FAWAZ AMJAD
GIS ANALYST | GEOSPATIAL PROFESSIONAL
Herndon,VA
Summary
Detail-oriented Junior GIS Analyst with over two years of experience in federal and commercial geospatial production, supported by a Bachelor's in Geography and an Associate's in Geospatial specialization. Actively seeking GIS Professional roles. Professional experience in ArcGIS Pro and QGIS, along with spatial database development, has resulted in significant productivity improvements, achieving 40 to 70+ features per day while maintaining error rates below 5%. Skilled in validating transportation networks, interpreting imagery, and translating complex geospatial data into actionable reports for key government stakeholders such as NGA and ICE. Adaptable to both independent and collaborative work environments, and open to flexible remote arrangements or relocation as project demands arise.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Specialist | GIS Analyst
Syntelligent Analytic Solutions, LLC
Falls Church, VA
12.2024 - 04.2025
- Remote based Project Specialist working with LEIDOS to support the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency in the performance of data analysis, feature editing using GIS tools to ensure data accuracy, conduct quality control, and maintained compliance with federal standards.
- Executed and maintained data editing using GIS (40–70+ features/day) by designing workflows, applying quality control practices, and meeting tight delivery schedules, resulting in improved client satisfaction and recognition for reliability of hydrographic features (streams, waterways), public infrastructure and buildings throughout Romania.
- Maintained an error rate below 5% by editing and validating geographic datasets, cross-checking attributes against source material, and ensuring compliance with NGA accuracy standards and customer specifications.
- Enhanced the spatial precision of assigned map grids by interpreting imagery, adding new geographic features, and refining existing data in ArcGIS, which strengthened the accuracy of geospatial intelligence products used in mission planning.
- Increased data completeness and usability by researching, entering, and updating missing feature points in QGIS and Excel, closing gaps in the original GNS dataset and improving downstream analytical value.
- Reduced downstream quality-control rejections through thorough self-reviews of files, resolving formatting inconsistencies, attribute errors, and spelling issues prior to submission, which streamlined the overall production workflow.
- Supported project transparency and contract compliance by preparing detailed weekly progress reports that summarized achievements, flagged obstacles, and provided actionable recommendations to supervisors and stakeholders.
- Elevated final data quality and adherence to standards by collaborating closely with quality-control teams, incorporating feedback, and implementing corrective measures to strengthen overall deliverable accuracy.
Junior Data Analyst
Dynamis
Falls Church, VA
12.2023 - 11.2024
- Junior Data Analyst working with BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON to support data-driven decision-making by analyzing large datasets, developing interactive dashboards, and performing geospatial analyses to deliver accurate insights and ensure reporting and compliance with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) requirements.
- Executed and analyzed SQL scripts in SQL Developer to process 50+ daily FOIA tickets, extracting records of foreign students, employers, and schools from CSV files to ensure accurate, timely compliance reporting.
- Improved stakeholder access to information by updating Tableau Server data sources and maintaining live connections for seamless reporting and analysis.
- Designed and deployed dashboards and visualizations by integrating Tableau, Excel, and ArcGIS Pro, enhancing analytical and geospatial decision-making tools.
Geospatial Production Analyst
Geo Owl, Inc.
Wilmington, NC
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Geospatial Production Analyst tasked with production and validation of high-quality geospatial data by leveraging advanced GIS tools and collaborative workflows to support accurate mapping, spatial analysis, and decision-making for global intelligence projects throughout Africa.
- Enhanced spatial data interoperability by developing adaptable geospatial outputs in ArcGIS Pro for seamless integration into diverse analytical and mapping platforms.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall operational efficiency within the organization.
- Ensured the delivery of error-free geospatial products for high-priority regions by performing GAIT validation and topological corrections on road and transportation networks.
- Provided support to the production team, ensuring timely completion of projects and adherence to deadlines.
Associate Geospatial Analyst
Royce Geospatial Consultants, Inc.
Arlington, VA
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Advanced geospatial data integrity and infrastructure mapping by analyzing satellite imagery, performing quality checks, and building GIS databases to enhance accuracy and usability of spatial information products.
- Increased accuracy of transportation mapping by validating and digitizing linear features such as roads and railways using ArcGIS by leveraging high-resolution satellite imagery with multiple commercial providers.
- Strengthened data reliability by performing comprehensive QA and QC on validated grid cells using QGIS to confirm precise detection of road and rail infrastructure.
- Supported geospatial intelligence projects by constructing robust GIS databases from electro-optical, synthetic aperture radar, and digital cartographic sources tailored to client-specific operational needs.
- Improved spatial data quality by completing routine and advanced processing workflows using QGIS software to prepare, refine, and manage geospatial datasets.
Junior Geographic Information Systems Consultant
1Spatial, Inc.
Vienna, VA
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Facilitated geospatial data validation and transformation by leveraging GIS tools and automation platforms to enhance data quality, streamline workflows, and ensure accurate delivery of spatial information to clients.
- Delivered client-ready spatial data through execution of Data Quality Assessments on county-level and LiDAR datasets to correct markup errors using ArcMap and validate outputs in 1Integrate.
- Consistently applied FME Workbench translation parameters to transform and align county-level LiDAR datasets, maintaining a focus on strict client formatting standards during comprehensive Data Quality Assessments
- Diffused data integrity issues by editing failed validation rules in 1Integrate using customized action maps to improve consistency, structure, and interoperability across complex spatial layers.
- Enhanced geospatial data quality through completion of QA and QC workflows in ArcMap that included removing anomalies, correcting markup issues, and performing advanced geoprocessing tasks.
- Strengthened data reliability through analysis and continuous updates of GIS datasets in ArcMap that ensured alignment with evolving project specifications and quality standards.
- Maintained accuracy across critical data systems through application of advanced IT skills to manage and validate complex geospatial databases throughout project lifecycle.
Geographic Information Systems Technician (Remote)
ASRC Federal, Inc.
Reston, VA
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Assisted with geospatial data integrity by editing, validating, and maintaining spatial datasets while leveraging advanced GIS tools to assure accurate mapping and alignment with project and organizational standards.
- Improved spatial accuracy across multiple data layers through evaluation and correction of street centerlines, hydrography features, and attribute errors using proprietary mapping tools.
- Increased integrity of land use records through creation, maintenance, and consistent updates of spatial databases containing geographic and environmental information.
- Enhanced data precision by reshaping misaligned road features to eliminate overlaps with hydrographic layers and assure logical spatial relationships.
- Corrected unresolved geospatial records through use of GATRES, MTAG, and third-party sources to resolve complex data inconsistencies across map layers.
- Resolved complex MSP D and NULLS errors via GATRES, eliminating spatial overlaps between road and hydrographic layers to boost overall location reliability.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geography
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA01.2019
Associate of Science - Geospatial Specialization
Northern Virginia Community College
Sterling, VA01.2017
Timeline
Project Specialist | GIS Analyst
Syntelligent Analytic Solutions, LLC
12.2024 - 04.2025
Junior Data Analyst
Dynamis
12.2023 - 11.2024
Geospatial Production Analyst
Geo Owl, Inc.
02.2023 - 03.2023
Associate Geospatial Analyst
Royce Geospatial Consultants, Inc.
09.2022 - 11.2022
Junior Geographic Information Systems Consultant
1Spatial, Inc.
06.2021 - 09.2021
Geographic Information Systems Technician (Remote)
ASRC Federal, Inc.
06.2020 - 09.2020
Associate of Science - Geospatial Specialization
Northern Virginia Community College
Bachelor of Science - Geography
George Mason University
Skills
ArcGIS Pro QGIS Spatial Analysis & Data Evaluation Transportation Network Analysis Land Use & Census Data Analysis Geospatial Data Collection & Reporting Technical Writing & Report Preparation Cartographic Designing Field Assessments & Evaluations Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) SQL Tableau Data Quality Assessment & Validation Georeferencing & Imagery Interpretation Workflow Optimization Topology Validation Multi-Source Data Integration Stakeholder Communication Project management
GOVERNMENTAL CLIENTS
- National Geospatial Intelligence Agency
- Immigration and Customs Enforcement supporting Student Exchange Visitors Program subdivision.
- State | Local County Offices
US GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCES
Secret Clearance (Active) | Eligible for Top Secret Clearance