Dillon Parry
Bicester,Oxfordshire
Summary
I am a geospatial analyst with four years of experience dedicated to upholding and exceeding established standards. My proactive approach includes mentoring junior analysts, helping them identify improvement areas and fostering their growth. In my role, I manage operations, coordinate with customers and stakeholders, and ensure the quality of our outputs through the QA/QC process. I engage large audiences during briefings, showcasing our capabilities and gaining support for our objectives. I am proficient in ArcGIS, ArcGIS Online, and have experience with Python scripting and Microsoft Office tools. I aim to enhance my skills in Python scripting, imagery analysis, and multi/hyperspectral imaging, and aspiring for qualifications in Diversity & Inclusion and Welfare Officer training.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Geographic information systems (GIS) specialist
British Army
Aldergrove, Antrim
12.2023 - Current
- Collaborated on 150+ projects with partners across government to integrate geographic data into mission planning activities in counter terrorism environments.
- Actively liase with other departments by providing feedback on weekly aerial imagery collections, including handheld drone collections.
- Utilising ArcGIS and ArcPy scripting, enhancing efficiency of product exports. This allows for dissemination of over 20 individual pieces of analysis simultaneously, enabling myself to multitask effectively.
- Upholding data integrity by implementing quality assurance processes that ensure both raster and vector data are accurate and reliable. Also, regularly acquire updated imagery to maintain currency of datasets, vital for making informed decisions in critical analysis.
- Conducted spatial analysis using GIS software to identify patterns and inform strategies in decision making processes for commanders in tactical situations.
- Assisted in training personnel on GIS tools and techniques to improve team capabilities via frequently attending continuous improvement working groups.
- Acquired experience in operational management by overseeing task assignments, allocating projects to analysts, and collaborating with clients and resources.
Geographic information systems (GIS) - IT Support
British Army
Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
03.2022 - 11.2023
- Contributed to the successful rollout of FDGS (Field Deployable Geographic Systems) by assisting in the implementation of new IT systems across the organization.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and configure systems tailored for field-operated GIS analysts, enhancing data accessibility and analysis capabilities.
- Conducted training sessions for staff to ensure effective use of new systems, fostering a smooth transition and increasing operational efficiency.
- Coordinated with IT and GIS teams to troubleshoot issues during the rollout, ensuring minimal disruption to workflows.
- Gathered and analyzed feedback from end users to continuously improve system functionalities and user experience.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - GIS
Royal School of Military Survey
Hermitage, West Berkshire 04.2021 - 03.2022
A-Levels - English Literature and Language
The Bicester School
Bicester 09.2017 - 06.2018
A-Levels - Philosophy and Ethics
The Bicester School
Bicester 09.2017 - 06.2018
Skills
- Communication with stakeholders
- Data management aptitude
- Aerial imagery interpretation
- Spatial analysis proficiency
- Web mapping services operation
- Quality control diligence
- Fieldwork coordination
- Public speaking
Accomplishments
- Recognition from high ranking member of the Police Service Northern Ireland (PSNI) for my contributions to taskings related to Counter-Terrorism and crime.
- Contributed to a wider NCA investigation that led to the seizure of £2.6 Million money laundering scheme.
Certification
- Certificate of Higher Education (Military Geospatial Engineering)
- Various ESRI technical development courses consisting of (but not limited to);
- BIM-GIS integration
- Spatial analysis
- Python
- Imagery analysis
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Geographic information systems (GIS) specialist
British Army
12.2023 - Current
Geographic information systems (GIS) - IT Support
British Army
03.2022 - 11.2023
Certificate of Higher Education - GIS
Royal School of Military Survey
04.2021 - 03.2022
A-Levels - English Literature and Language
The Bicester School
09.2017 - 06.2018
A-Levels - Philosophy and Ethics
The Bicester School
09.2017 - 06.2018