Hi, I’m
Rezwan Karim
Geospatial Analyst
NORTH POTOMAC,MD
Summary
With over 20 years of GIS-based analysis experience, skilled in spatial data manipulation, geospatial modeling, and cartographic design. Expertise in utilizing GIS software like ArcGIS, QGIS, and Google Earth for analyzing and visualizing complex geographical data. Proven track record leading projects involving mapping, spatial analysis, and data interpretation to provide valuable insights for decision-making. Passionate about leveraging GIS technology to solve real-world problems, constantly seeking new challenges and growth opportunities in this dynamic field.
Overview
22
years of professional experience
2013
years of post-secondary education
1
Certification
Work History
Federal Emergency Management Agency, FEMA
Geospatial Emergency Management Specialist
09.2017 - Current
Job overview
- Company Overview: Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) - Washington, D.C
- Collaborate and problem solve with the Recovery Reports teams and the Data Analytics team to replicate and improve GIS Databases. Data is used to create Tableau and PowerBI products.
- Create and deploy python scripts for various map automation processes. These include creating maps and adding domains to new feature services.
- Manage various GIS data sets and feature data services and perform analysis in ArcPro.
- Design, and develop, customized ArcGIS Online Mobile Web Maps and Mobile Customized Web Applications and Dashboards.
- Create custom widgets using the ArcGIS API for JavaScript to help integrate ArcGIS feature services and tools into custom web applications or dashboards.
- Perform and execute statistical analysis by implementing SQL queries in both SQL Server Management Studio and in ArcGIS environments for reporting and information dissemination.
- Analyze and Examine various Flood Extent Models, Surge Models, Hindcast and Depth Models from other Federal Agencies and Private sector Partners.
- Perform advanced spatial analyses like buffering, overlay analysis, and intersecting layers using Satellite and Aerial Imagery for various types of disasters (e.g., fire, flood, volcanic activity) to ensure they receive necessary assistance post disaster.
- Lead, coordinate and facilitate virtual training classes for various FEMA GIS based tools.
- Engage and train end users and development contractors to manage and guide Survey123 Data Collection.
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) - Washington, D.C
Federal Emergency Management Agency, FEMA
Flood Hazard Mapping Analyst
05.2013 - 09.2017
Job overview
- Company Overview: Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) - Hyattsville, MD
- Analyze and ensure the accuracy of projects and work packets from individuals requesting financial assistance from FEMA using various data enterprise software such as Oracle, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Project and Excel.
- Advise senior personnel on efficiency and effectiveness of GIS applications such as ArcMap 10.X, ArcGIS online applications, KML based Google Earth plug-in applications and communicate use of its technology in emergency management response, national preparedness and recovery/mitigation actions.
- Monitor the National Emergency Management Information System (NEMIS) and Post Inspection Mapping Queue for inquiries. Provide appropriate written and verbal responses in a timely manner.
- Provide regular updates to the NEMIS with correct flood zone, address and other relevant geospatial information to ensure precision of data.
- Create choropleth themed maps and spatial datasets that identify and display which areas had the highest number of disasters affected individuals once an area has been declared a disaster by FEMA and the local authorities.
- Lead office training sessions and complex discussions on ArcGIS 10.2 through Adobe Go Live and Microsoft Lync. Tailor presentations as necessary to accommodate audience needs and experience.
- Manage geographic/geospatial team projects and ensure all necessary project documentation such as user requirements, project plans, and user guides are appropriately captured and well understood.
- Assist the National Alliance for Public Safety GIS (NAPSG) in developing a standard operating guideline for the use of GIS in determining public safety and health related hazards that may occur during a disaster.
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) - Hyattsville, MD
Scientific Applications International Corporation (SAIC)
Lead Geospatial Analyst
10.2007 - 05.2013
Job overview
- Company Overview: USDA Farm Service Agency - Washington, DC
- Managed Spatial Database's in a multiuser accessing and editing environment.
- Supervised day to day activities of the USDA FSA GIS technical support team and help desk.
- Served as lead geospatial support contact to 2,500 USDA FSA field offices across the United States.
- Collaborated with developers to identify and debug problems in VB related to C # code.
- Used ArcGIS extensions such as spatial analyst and model builder to create and deliver maps as well as data sets.
- Implemented python scripts and SQL queries to automate complex GIS processes and to extract specific information from data sets.
- Coordinated and provided NAIP Imagery requests to USDA field and regional offices.
- Performed NAIP Geospatial Imagery LIDAR crop analysis using ArcMap 10.0 and ERDAS Imagine software.
- Developed, organized and implemented user guides, training guides and training videos for USDA FSA ArcGIS 9.2, ArcGIS 9.3 and ArcGIS 10 applications.
- Oversaw the creation of test plans and testing scripts for Test Complete and HP Winrunner for FSA applications that were migrated from ArcGIS 9.2 to ArcGIS 10 platform.
- Implemented testing scripts to perform testing of USDA custom ArcGIS 10, ArcGIS 10.1 and Silverlight GIS applications.
- Performed testing of ArcGIS 10, ArcGIS 10.1 and Silverlight GIS applications using Test Complete.
- Frequently coordinated with analysts from USDA CEPD and NRCS to determine and implement requirements for new and existing GIS applications such as the USDA FSA TERRA (Tool for Environmental Resource Results Assessment) application and FLAT (Farm Loan Appraisal Tool).
- USDA Farm Service Agency - Washington, DC
Scientific Applications International Corporation (SAIC)
Geospatial Intelligence Analyst
10.2007 - 06.2009
Job overview
- Analyzed and evaluated classified and non-classified geospatial data from intelligence databases and produced mission specific geospatial maps and data sets.
- Geo-referenced soft and hard copy maps and updated metadata as necessary.
- Ensured finishing of remotely sensed data.
- Managed and maintained raster catalogs and GIS Spatial Database's that store mission specific imagery.
- Provided feedback to developers on the creation and development of map production automation python scripts and tools.
Dewberry and Davis, LLC
Coastal Geospatial Mapping Analyst
04.2004 - 10.2007
Job overview
- Created Fish and Wildlife Services Coastal Barrier Maps via digital mapping using ArcMap 9.0.
- Used GIS to accurately plot property location to determine whether or not the property is located in a Coastal Barrier Area for the National Flood Insurance Program.
- Analyzed QA/QC for various FEMA preliminarily DFIRM maps.
- Used spatial analyst, 3D analyst and other ArcMap extensions for various types of GIS analysis.
- Provided maps and geospatial analysis for 'Report to Congress: John H. Chafee Coastal Barrier Resources System Digital Mapping Pilot Project.'
FEMA
Flood Plain Management Specialist for Hurricane Katrina
04.2006 - 08.2006
Job overview
- Ensured coordination of Federal, State and local hurricane recovery activities affecting coastal and riverine flooding and floodplains.
- Checked for federal compliance for recipients of federal aid for property owners receiving federal assistance due to property damage incurred from hurricanes Katrina and Rita.
- Provided community outreach and disaster assistance.
FEMA
Federal Programs Map Information Specialist
04.2004 - 04.2006
Job overview
- Answered policy and technical questions to flood hazard maps.
- Handled regulation-based questions from the public.
- Reviewed and processed requested changes to FEMA issued Flood Maps.
- Interpreted FEMA issued FIRM panel maps.
City of Gaithersburg - City Hall
GIS/Urban Planning Internship
01.2003 - 12.2003
Job overview
- Created and updated property, political and tax map layers in Arc Map 8.1.
- Assisted in approving and reviewing architectural plans and plats in CAD and paper copy.
- Reviewed and integrated aerial photography into maps, plans and plats based on specific needs.
- Manipulated attributes in layers and creating maps in Arc Map 8.1 based on the needs of planners and developers.
- Trained users on Arc Map, Arc view and other GIS applications.
- Gathered, analyzed and processed demographic and geographic data.
- Inputted geographic and demographic data into GRADE (an internal visual GIS database system created by the City of Gaithersburg).
- Updated and maintained address, tax, zoning and political information in GRADE.
Education
George Mason UniversityFairfax, VA
Graduate Certificate from Geographic Information Systems
University of MarylandCollege Park, MD
Bachelor of Science Degree from Geography
Skills
Emergency planning
Interagency collaboration
Public safety
Disaster response
Hazard mitigation
Emergency response coordination
Training & Development
Advanced SQL queries
Remote sensing
Raster analysis
Geodatabase design
Spatial statistics
Code writing
Database management
GIS analysis
ArcGIS suite
Data management
Geographic mapping data collection
Python programming
Awards
FEMA Administrators Award Winner for Technological Innovation, 2024
Certification
Microsoft Power BI Certified
Timeline
Microsoft Power BI Certified
02-2025
Geospatial Emergency Management Specialist
Federal Emergency Management Agency, FEMA
09.2017 - Current
Flood Hazard Mapping Analyst
Federal Emergency Management Agency, FEMA
05.2013 - 09.2017
Lead Geospatial Analyst
Scientific Applications International Corporation (SAIC)
10.2007 - 05.2013
Geospatial Intelligence Analyst
Scientific Applications International Corporation (SAIC)
10.2007 - 06.2009
Flood Plain Management Specialist for Hurricane Katrina
FEMA
04.2006 - 08.2006
Coastal Geospatial Mapping Analyst
Dewberry and Davis, LLC
04.2004 - 10.2007
Federal Programs Map Information Specialist
FEMA
04.2004 - 04.2006
GIS/Urban Planning Internship
City of Gaithersburg - City Hall
01.2003 - 12.2003
University of Maryland
Bachelor of Science Degree from Geography
05.2003
George Mason University
Graduate Certificate from Geographic Information Systems
05.2012