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The Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) Manager leads the enterprise GEOINT capability within Enterprise Risk Intelligence (ERI), transforming location-based data into actionable intelligence that supports security operations, executive protection, event security, and enterprise risk decision-making across Corporate Security.

This role is responsible for the strategy, buildout, program management, and operational oversight of the ESRI ArcGIS-based Common Operating Picture (COP) and associated geospatial dashboards that support command-and-control functions within the Enterprise Security and Intelligence Operations Center (ESIOC).

The manager oversees GEOINT analysts, establishes standards and workflows, integrates geospatial analysis with broader intelligence functions, and builds a scalable Corporate Security GIS program that enhances situational awareness, incident response, executive decision support, and crisis operations across the enterprise.

Primary Responsibilities

Lead GEOINT team operations, including staffing, performance management, analyst development, and capability maturation
Define GEOINT strategy, standards, and integration with ERI intelligence frameworks, including Priority Intelligence Requirements (PIRs) and related collection requirements
Lead the design, implementation, enhancement, and lifecycle management of an ESRI ArcGIS-based Common Operating Picture (COP) serving as the central operational view for ESIOC command-and-control activities
Architect, configure, and maintain ArcGIS web maps, dashboards, and related applications that integrate security, intelligence, travel, facilities, asset, and external risk data into a unified operational picture
Develop operational, tactical, strategic, and executive geospatial dashboards tailored to ESIOC operators, physical security leaders, executive protection teams, event security stakeholders, and senior leadership
Oversee collection, integration, and analysis of geospatial data from imagery, GIS, OSINT, remote sensing, and other internal and external sources
Direct production of geospatial intelligence products, including maps, route analysis, threat assessments, event footprint products, risk visualizations, and location-based decision support
Establish standards for COP layers, geospatial data models, symbology, metadata, and workflows to ensure clarity, consistency, and rapid operational interpretation
Integrate GEOINT into ESIOC operations, incident response, executive protection, event planning, travel risk support, and enterprise risk assessments
Maintain geospatial databases and ensure data integrity, accessibility, security, and governance across Corporate Security use cases
Partner with ESRI, enterprise technology teams, and internal stakeholders to implement and optimize ArcGIS capabilities in alignment with cybersecurity, architecture, data governance, and operational requirements
Establish governance and quality control standards for GEOINT outputs and COP data, including access controls, data stewardship, and operational readiness
Drive automation and process improvements using Python, SQL, APIs, and GIS workflows to improve speed, scalability, and decision support
Deliver executive briefings, recommendations, and visual products on geospatial risks, operational impacts, and emerging trends
Manage GEOINT vendors, GIS platforms, capability investments, and program roadmaps supporting long-term Corporate Security objectives
Support crisis response and business continuity activities with time-sensitive geospatial analysis and COP-based situational awareness
Build and scale the broader Corporate Security GIS program as additional GIS/GEOINT analysts are added to the ESIOC

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

6+ years of GEOINT, GIS, geospatial analytics, or related intelligence experience, with 3+ years in leadership, program management, or team oversight roles
Solid experience producing multi-source intelligence products and translating complex data into operationally relevant insights
Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, or managing Common Operating Picture (COP), situational awareness, or command-and-control solutions for a security operations center, emergency operations center, intelligence center, or similar operational environment
Deep expertise with ESRI ArcGIS platforms, including ArcGIS Enterprise and/or ArcGIS Online, and experience developing web maps, dashboards, and geospatial applications for operational environments
Expertise in imagery analysis and geospatial data sources such as EO, SAR, LiDAR, OSINT, and other multi-source intelligence inputs
Proven leadership, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional project/program management capabilities
Proven excellent written, verbal, and executive-level communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

GEOINT certifications such as GPC, UGC, or comparable professional credentials
Experience in corporate security, enterprise risk intelligence, public safety, emergency management, or a comparable mission-driven operational environment
Experience integrating ArcGIS with incident management, threat intelligence, travel risk, physical security, or operational data platforms
Experience with dashboard development, API-driven data integration, and cloud-based geospatial workflows
Familiarity with GIS platform security, access management, and governance in enterprise environments
Proficiency in Python and SQL for geospatial workflows, automation, data integration, and process improvement

Required Skillsets And Competencies

Geospatial and spatial-temporal analysis
Remote sensing and imagery interpretation
GIS platform administration, data management, and visualization
Common Operating Picture design and operational dashboard development
Intelligence product development, briefing, and executive decision support
Team leadership, strategic program management, and capability development
Data integration, workflow automation, and process improvement
Critical thinking and multi-source synthesis
Executive communication, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional collaboration
Operational rigor, governance mindset, and attention to detail

Working Conditions

Hybrid Corporate Security / ERI role with routine collaboration across enterprise stakeholders and operational partners
Standard business hours with surge support during incidents, crises, special events, or executive protection operations
Occasional travel as required
Fast-paced, operational environment supporting enterprise intelligence delivery, command-and-control decision support, and crisis response

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $91,700 - $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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