Tech Jobs in Arlington, VA
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Arlington, VA sits just across the Potomac from Washington, D.C., making it a natural extension of the nation’s capital tech ecosystem. With a 2023 median household income of $97,000 and a tech workforce that grew 12% last year, the county attracts talent looking for high‑paying, mission‑critical roles in defense, cybersecurity, and data analytics. The presence of federal agencies and a dense network of contractors gives Arlington a unique advantage: companies often offer competitive salaries and rapid career progression.
Major employers in the area include Booz Allen Hamilton, Northrop Grumman, and Leidos, all of which specialize in defense and intelligence software. Cybersecurity firms such as Palo Alto Networks and Darktrace have regional offices, while cloud leaders like Microsoft and VMware maintain large development teams. The startup scene is energized by the Arlington Tech Center and venture firms that back AI, fintech, and health‑tech companies. This blend of legacy defense contractors and agile startups creates a diverse job pool ranging from software engineering to product management and security architecture.
Arlington’s cost of living is high: the median home price hovers around $800,000, and a one‑bedroom apartment in Clarendon or Ballston can cost $2,700/month. For tech professionals, salary transparency is crucial to ensure that compensation keeps pace with local expenses. JobTransparency’s clear pay ranges help candidates benchmark offers against the $120,000–$180,000 median tech salary in the region, enabling smarter negotiations and better relocation decisions.
Federal - Business Functional Analyst - DC Metro
Company: Accenture
Location: Arlington, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Accenture Federal Services in Washington, DC is seeking a Business Functional Consultant with strong communication and leadership skills. The role involves supporting new and existing deployments of a task management tool, collaborating with Department of Defense business users, project sponsors, and senior leadership. Responsibilities include managing customer expectations, process improvement, business analysis, coaching on change management, conducting training, providing technical support, and developing reports. Qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree, relevant work experience, and familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics and SharePoint. Bonus points for DoD experience and familiarity with Defense Agency organizations.
Federal - RPA Technical Lead
Company: Accenture Federal Services
Location: Arlington, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
All-Source Intel Analyst, Sr (MV) - 37923
Company: Alion Science and Technology
Location: Alexandria, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Network Administrator III - 38145
Company: Alion Science and Technology
Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Mechanic (Mastertradesperson 3) - 4132
Company: Alion Science and Technology
Location: Newport News, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Huntington Ingalls Industries, a leading military shipbuilding company, is seeking an experienced Mechanic for their Newport News Shipyard. The role involves installing, operating, maintaining, repairing, and modifying equipment. The Mechanic will also perform maintenance and technical support on products, analyze and evaluate products, and troubleshoot malfunctions. Key responsibilities include managing subcontractors, providing work direction, and maintaining effective customer communications. The ideal candidate should have a high school education or equivalent, 4 years of related experience, and technical/professional certifications. Bonus points for ability to read precision measuring tools, interpret blueprints, and identify system locations. Physical requirements include lifting heavy equipment and working in various conditions.
F-35 Process Improvement Analyst - 37486
Company: Alion Science and Technology
Location: Arlington, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
The F-35 Process Improvement Analyst role involves analyzing and improving existing processes, with a focus on program management, technical, or business analysis related to weapon systems acquisition. The position requires a Bachelor's degree, extensive experience in process improvement techniques, and a high level of self-initiative. The ideal candidate should be certified as a CPI practitioner at the journeyman level, possess Black Belt (BB) level expertise in process improvement methodology, and have knowledge of DoD directives and SAE AS9100D Quality Management Systems. The role involves developing training materials, mentoring practitioners, and presenting informational briefs to diverse audiences. An active Secret clearance is required.
Designer 1 - 3062
Company: Alion Science and Technology
Location: Newport News, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Federal -Salesforce Business Analyst
Company: Accenture Federal Services
Location: Arlington, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Federal - Contract Manager
Company: Accenture
Location: Arlington, VA
Posted Jan 23, 2025
Accenture Federal Services, a subsidiary of Accenture LLP, is seeking a Contract Manager for their Chantilly, VA office. The role involves leading Contract Management activities, implementing tools and processes, and ensuring compliance with Accenture's records management policy. The ideal candidate should have 7 years of Contract Management experience, knowledge of Federal government regulations, and strong leadership skills. Accenture is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunities.