Application Support Analyst Jobs in Virginia
Application Support Analyst jobs in Virginia concentrate in federal IT contracting, defense systems, financial services, and healthcare technology, with demand at every level from entry-tier help desk to senior enterprise support roles. Northern Virginia, Richmond, and the Hampton Roads metro are the heaviest hiring markets, anchored by large contractors and institutions such as Leidos, Booz Allen Hamilton, and Inova Health System. The most in-demand specialties right now are ERP support, ServiceNow administration, and healthcare application troubleshooting. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Yorktown, Virginia
1st Advantage Federal Credit Union is currently seeking a full-time Applications Support Specialist to support our Technology department in our corporate office of Yorktown, Virginia. The scheduled hours will be Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The Application Support Specialist is responsible for maintaining, supporting, and optimizing critical business software applications to include Fiserv DNA, Nautilus, MeridianLink and other enterprise software platforms. This role ensures applications are current, reliable, and effectively meet operational needs. This position also provides support to the Service Desk, manages software deployment projects, and collaborates with both internal teams and external vendors to resolve technical issues and deliver solutions.
1st Advantage Federal Credit Union has been serving members in the Hampton Roads community since 1951. We provide financial products and services that help members get ahead, while volunteering our time and resources to civic organizations and nonprofits that share our mission to improve life for each other. Be part of something special. Join 1st Advantage as a colleague and support our community members.
We offer market competitive compensation and a generous benefit package:
- Dollar-for-dollar matching 401(k) plan to 4% of earnings
- Choice of three medical plans
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Accounts
- Choice of two Dental plans
- Vision
- Basic Life & AD/D Insurance – no cost
- Optional additional life insurance for colleagues, spouses, and children
- Long-term Disability Insurance – no cost
- Short-term Disability Insurance – no cost
- Employee Assistance Program – no cost
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Plans
- Generous paid time off accrual program
- 11 Paid holidays
- Pre-paid legal services
- Pet Insurance
- Discounts on consumer loans and mortgages, increases on savings products, and much more!
- The budgeted hiring range for this position is as follows: Level I $61,387.89 - $76,734.87 annualized; Level II $69,529.4080 - $86,911.76 annualized; Level III $90,581.07 - $113,226.34 annualized. The final pay rate will be based on the selected candidate’s experience relevant to the role. This position is also eligible for quarterly incentive payments based on individual and organizational performance.
Application Support Specialist Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
- Experience supporting and administering Fiserv DNA core banking systems, including configuration, troubleshooting, user management, and coordination of vendor support for system updates and enhancements.
- Familiarity with credit union or financial institution operations preferred, with a strong understanding of Fiserv DNA core banking workflows such as deposits, lending, member services, and accounting.
- Provide advanced support for complex, high-impact application issues, performing root cause analysis and developing long-term solutions. Act as a subject matter expert and escalation point for the Service Desk and junior support staff.
- Actively contribute to the planning, coordination, and execution of system upgrades and major application initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and minimal disruption to operations. Support project leads by managing assigned tasks, facilitating communication, tracking milestones, and assisting with risk identification and mitigation.
- Serve as a technical advisor and liaison between IT and cross-functional business units, leading the support, optimization, and integration of complex core applications. Partner with business leaders to assess evolving needs and translate them into scalable application strategies and enhancements.
- Drive continuous improvement by proactively identifying opportunities to streamline business processes and enhance application performance, leveraging automation, integration, and emerging technologies. Able to lead new indicatives for innovative solutions.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, training materials, and knowledgebase content to support knowledge transfer and application literacy across the organization. Mentor and train Level I Specialists and other team members.
- Complete scheduled upgrades and maintenance for key business applications (e.g., IMM, MeridianLink, DNA, Nautilus, etc.).
- Collaborate with business units to fully leverage and enhance existing and upcoming application functionalities.
- Provide daily support for core banking operations, including routine tasks and scheduled processes, while assisting the Service Desk with escalated application issues and third-party vendor management.
- Effectively participate in, and complete projects involving IT initiatives and business applications.
- Proactively demonstrates the 1st Advantage FCU core values of accountable, adaptable, driven, dependable, and fun.
Experience Varies by level hired.
Education (1) A bachelor's degree, or (2) achievement of formal certifications recognized in the industry as equivalent to a bachelor's degree (e.g., information technology certifications in lieu of a degree).
Interpersonal Skills Work normally involves contacts with persons beyond immediate associates generally regarding routine matters for purposes of giving or obtaining information which may require some discussion. Outside contacts take the form of service to the public (members or vendors) requiring ordinary courtesy in providing assistance and information.
Other Skills Strong written and verbal communication skills, adaptable to different audiences. Ability to self-learn and work independently with minimal supervision. Effective at managing multiple priorities and projects simultaneously. Proficient in supporting Microsoft Windows Server and desktop environments, including basic server and admin troubleshooting. Demonstrated experience with specialized ancillary line of business applications in support of critical business functions. Experience using IT ticketing systems for tracking and resolving issues. Comfortable supporting batch jobs, file imports, and report generation for core business applications. Comfortable with remote support tools (e.g., Remote Desktop, TeamViewer).
Physical Requirements
Talking - Effective verbal communication to convey and acknowledge receiving detail or important instructions accurately, loudly, or quickly.
Work Environment Standard office environment.
This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising this position.
Requirements: Offers of employment are contingent on a satisfactory criminal background and credit history check.
EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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The qualifications that appear most often in application support analyst jobs across Virginia.
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field
- Hands-on experience supporting enterprise applications such as ERP or CRM platforms
- Strong troubleshooting skills for software incidents, bugs, and user access issues
- Ability to obtain or maintain a federal security clearance for government contract roles
- Proficiency with ticketing systems such as ServiceNow, Jira, or Remedy
- Working knowledge of SQL for querying databases and diagnosing application data issues
Application Support Analyst Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a application support analyst in Virginia?
Application support analyst roles in Virginia require no state-issued license, so the path centers on education and credentials employers recognize. Most hiring managers expect a bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field, or an associate degree paired with certifications such as CompTIA A+, ITIL Foundation, or a platform-specific cert like ServiceNow CSA. Virginia's dense federal contracting market means candidates who can pass a background investigation or hold a DoD security clearance move to the front of the queue.
Which companies hire application support analysts in Virginia?
Companies currently hiring application support analysts in Virginia include ICF, MANTECH, and TransCore, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Virginia's concentration of federal agencies and defense contractors means many openings sit inside large systems integrators and government IT services firms with long-term contract footprints in the state.
Which Virginia cities have the most application support analyst jobs?
Reston, Chantilly, and Ashburn account for the largest share of application support analyst openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia's density of federal agencies, defense contractors, and cloud infrastructure companies drives the plurality of postings, while Richmond's finance, healthcare, and state government employers generate steady demand and Hampton Roads benefits from its large Navy and military technology presence.
Are there remote application support analyst jobs in Virginia?
Yes, and more than most fields, because application support is fundamentally desk-based work that can be performed from anywhere with a secure connection. About 0% of application support analyst openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, though roles requiring access to classified government systems typically require on-site or cleared-facility work. Fully remote roles tend to cluster in commercial software support and healthcare IT rather than federal contract positions.
How can I get hired as a application support analyst in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a help desk or IT support technician role, which large Virginia employers such as Leidos, Booz Allen Hamilton, and major Northern Virginia hospital systems routinely use as a feeder for application support. Pursuing an ITIL Foundation certification or a vendor-specific credential like ServiceNow CSA signals readiness for application-layer work. Community college IT programs at institutions like Northern Virginia Community College also feed directly into entry-level analyst pipelines, and internal transfers from desktop support or QA testing are common lateral moves.
Where can I find and apply to application support analyst jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to application support analyst jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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