Va Medical Center Jobs in Atlanta, GA

Junior Software Engineer: $70k–$90k; Mid‑level Engineer: $90k–$120k; Senior Engineer: $120k–$150k; Lead Engineer: $150k–$180k; IT Project Manager: $170k–$210k. Pay scales align with VA salary grades (GS‑11 to GS‑15).

Key skills include Python, Java, SQL, HL7/FHIR, Cerner/Epic integration, and secure coding practices. Certifications such as RHIT, RHIA, CompTIA Security+, CISSP, and Certified Health Data Analyst (CHDA) are highly valued.

On‑site presence is required for most EHR and cybersecurity positions due to security protocols. However, data analytics and support roles can be performed remotely via secure VPN, subject to role‑specific security clearances.

Typical paths move from Technical Support → System Administrator → Senior Engineer → Lead Engineer → Director of IT. Data analysts advance to Senior Analyst → Lead Analyst → Analytics Manager, while project managers progress