GIS Industry Solutions Manager - Defense and Intelligence

Overview

As an experienced thought leader in Defense and Intelligence, you get excited about making the connections that enable others to understand and solve common problems using geographic information systems (GIS). You understand how defense, intelligence, and national security professionals are more successful when fully utilizing GIS across all domain areas, and you desire to see that success replicated in other organizations around the world. We welcome you to join Esri where you will help further build the global defense and intelligence community by being an industry thought leader, developing messaging across global markets, and collaborating with Esri marketing and sales professionals to drive demand and new business while making a positive difference in the world.

Responsibilities

• Be the public face for our defense and intelligence work at various events and gatherings
• Support conferences, tradeshows, seminars, webinars and user group meetings with domain expertise
• Engage other teams within Esri (marketing, sales, products, professional services, international distributors, education, and partner teams) on all defense and intelligence issues
• Develop and establish a regular cadence for content (such as webinars, customer success stories, eBooks, social media, blogs, and more) that drives awareness, demand, and builds community
• Network with other industry influencers to promote and position Esri technology as uniquely suited to address existing and emerging defense and intelligence challenges
• Work with Esri Business Partners to collaborate, identify market opportunities and programmatic priorities, and position ArcGIS and Partner Solutions within the defense and intelligence industry
• Assist in the development and execution of a marketing strategy for growth of Esri technology within the defense and intelligence industry
• Work with users of ArcGIS to promote their work and inspire others around the world
• Provide knowledge about trends and competition to others within Esri
• Maintain and continue to develop deep GIS and defense and intelligence domain expertise and be responsible for providing industry expertise to support internal requests, partner engagements and customer meetings to facilitate development of ArcGIS solutions

Requirements

• 8+ years of increasingly responsible experience working in a defense or intelligence agency
• Solid understanding of defense and intelligence workflows and tradecraft and how GIS is applied across all domains
• Strong understanding of GIS and other software technologies used in defense and intelligence such as remote sensing, AI, and map data production
• Proven understanding and knowledge of competitive issues in the defense and intelligence industry
• Excellent communication skills to include written, verbal, and presentation
• Demonstrated experience presenting GIS and defense and intelligence topics to a variety of audiences
• Highly organized and self-motivated with the ability to multi-task with shifting priorities
• Ability to effectively converse and engage with the GIS and defense and intelligence communities
• Strong decision-making, problem resolution, and creative thinking skills
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills, ability to learn quickly, and positive attitude
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed
• Bachelor’s degree in geography, GIS, information system management, or similar field

Recommended Qualifications

• Master’s degree in geography, GIS, information system management, or similar field

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Total Rewards

Esri’s competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is

$118,976-$199,056 USD

About Esri

At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri’s Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here .

If you don’t meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!

Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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Requisition ID: 2026-3810

Available in

Redlands, CA

Job Category

Marketing

Role Type

Individual Contributor

Experience Level

Senior Level