Associate GIS Analyst

Job Overview

Verisk is seeking a driven Associate GIS Analyst to contribute to creating, processing, validating, and maintaining geospatial datasets essential for flood hazard mapping and catastrophe risk modeling. The role demands expertise in GIS, remote sensing, Python automation, and spatial analysis while collaborating across teams to produce high-quality geospatial outputs.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, process, validate, and keep updated GIS datasets supporting flood modeling and hazard mapping.
• Execute raster and vector data processing, spatial and terrain analysis, alongside GIS quality assurance and control.
• Prepare and manage datasets including Digital Elevation Models (DEMs), LiDAR data, river networks, catchments, flood zones, and hydrography.
• Develop and maintain Python scripts (using ArcPy and open-source libraries) to automate GIS-related workflows.
• Gather, integrate, and verify geospatial data from trusted sources while ensuring proper metadata management.
• Work closely with various teams to provide accurate and timely GIS products.
• Support the implementation of AI-assisted geospatial workflows and stay updated on emerging GIS innovations.

Qualifications and Skills

• Master’s degree in Geo-Informatics, Remote Sensing & GIS, Spatial Technologies, or closely related fields.
• Experience ranging from none up to 3 years in GIS, Remote Sensing, or Flood GIS (including internships and academic projects).
• Competency in ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Desktop, QGIS, and Python programming (ArcPy); familiarity with SQL is advantageous.
• Sound knowledge of raster/vector data manipulation, spatial analytics, GIS QA/QC processes, coordinate reference systems, and geodatabase management.
• Basic understanding of hydrology, DEM and LiDAR processing, and workflows related to flood GIS; exposure to AI/ML in geospatial contexts is a bonus.
• Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, teamwork, and eagerness to adopt new technologies.

About Verisk

Verisk is a global leader with over five decades of experience in assisting property and casualty insurers through AI-driven risk modeling, advanced analytics, and technological solutions spanning all stages of the policy lifecycle. The company stands out for a culture centered on learning, care, and delivering results while upholding strong ethical standards.

Verisk's workplace excellence has been acknowledged repeatedly worldwide, including multiple Great Place to Work® recognitions across the US, UK, Spain, India, and Poland, alongside accolades from The Wall Street Journal and Forbes.

Culture and Values

The organization fosters an inclusive, innovation-forward environment promoting collaboration and belonging among employees. It provides a space for career growth and meaningful work impacting diverse industries.

Equal Opportunity and Hiring Policy

Verisk is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, age, or disability. Hiring age complies with local legal minimums.

All unsolicited resumes sent to Verisk without specific openings are considered company property and will not result in placement fees.

Additional Information

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