Technical Support Specialist Jobs in Virginia

Technical Support Specialist jobs in Virginia are concentrated in the Northern Virginia technology corridor, Richmond, and Hampton Roads, where federal contractors, defense firms, and major enterprises drive steady demand at every level from help desk associate to senior systems engineer. Employers like Leidos, Booz Allen Hamilton, and General Dynamics Information Technology maintain large technical support operations throughout the state and hire consistently. The most sought-after specialties in Virginia include enterprise IT support, cybersecurity helpdesk, and cloud infrastructure troubleshooting. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles16
Top employerSherpa 6
Top cityPortsmouth, VA
Cities hiring10
Top credentialHigh school diploma or GED
Companies hiring15

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Cherokee Federal
Technical Support Specialist IAT I
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Cherokee Federal
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Technical Support Specialist IAT I
Cherokee Federal
Hampton, Virginia
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
$58k - $62k/yr
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Sherwin-Williams
Branch Specialist Technical Support
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Sherwin-Williams
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Branch Specialist Technical Support
Sherwin-Williams
Portsmouth, Virginia
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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HII
Technical Support Specialist (Engineer Systems 3)
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HII
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Technical Support Specialist (Engineer Systems 3)
HII
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Data Analytics
Data Engineering
Data Science
$91k - $103k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Ladgov Corporation
LMS Technical Support Specialist
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Ladgov Corporation
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LMS Technical Support Specialist
Ladgov Corporation
Portsmouth, Virginia
IT Support
Systems Administration
Technical Program Management

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LinTech Global, Inc.
Technical Support Specialist
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LinTech Global, Inc.
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Technical Support Specialist
LinTech Global, Inc.
Portsmouth, Virginia
Health & Safety
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
$50k - $55k/yr
51-200

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Technical Support Specialist Jobs by City in Virginia

Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Portsmouth
4 jobs
Ashburn
2 jobs
Arlington
2 jobs
Hampton
1 job
Herndon
1 job
Norfolk
1 job
Alexandria
1 job
Chesapeake
1 job
Fredericksburg
1 job

Technical Support Specialist Job Market in Virginia

A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Sherpa 6
Sherpa 62 open roles
HII
HII1 open role
WSP
WSP1 open role

What Virginia Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in technical support specialist jobs across Virginia.

  • CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+ certification recognized by Virginia federal contractor employers
  • Proven experience diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, and network connectivity issues
  • Proficiency with ticketing systems such as ServiceNow, Jira, or Remedy
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for end-user and stakeholder support
  • Familiarity with Active Directory, Microsoft 365, and remote desktop support tools
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field

Technical Support Specialist Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a technical support specialist in Virginia?

Most Virginia employers look for an associate or bachelor's degree in information technology or computer science, though candidates with equivalent hands-on experience are regularly considered. Virginia does not require a state-issued license for technical support roles, but industry certifications carry significant weight, particularly CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+. Federal contractor positions in Northern Virginia frequently require the ability to obtain a security clearance, which makes a clean background and verifiable work history essential from the start.

Which companies hire technical support specialists in Virginia?

Virginia technical support specialist roles are posted by Sherpa 6, HII, and WSP and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Northern Virginia's dense concentration of federal contractors and technology firms makes it one of the most active hiring environments for technical support roles in the country.

Which Virginia cities have the most technical support specialist jobs?

Portsmouth, Ashburn, and Arlington account for the largest share of technical support specialist openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia's proximity to federal agencies and the Pentagon drives the highest volume, while Richmond's growing financial and healthcare technology sectors and Hampton Roads' military installations and defense contractors sustain consistent demand across those regions.

How can I get hired as a technical support specialist in Virginia with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an IT help desk or desktop support associate role, which Virginia employers like Leidos, SAIC, and Peraton use as feeder positions for more senior technical support work. Community colleges in Virginia, including Northern Virginia Community College, offer accredited IT programs with practicum components that connect students directly to local employers. Earning a CompTIA A+ certification before applying gives candidates a concrete credential that offsets limited work history, and lateral moves from customer service or administrative roles in technology-adjacent environments are a recognized path into the field.

Where can I find and apply to technical support specialist jobs in Virginia?

You can find and apply to technical support specialist jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, identify the ones that fit your experience and location, and apply directly through each listing.

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