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Revolutional, LLC

Director, Federal Health

Mclean, VA

$150 - $200K/hr

Director, Federal Health Location: McLean, VA (hybrid) Reporting to: SVP, Federal Health Terms: Full-time Salary Range: $150-$200k DOE Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or ...

CRI

Federal Sales Executive

Mclean, VA · On-site

Position Overview The Federal Sales Account Executive will drive revenue growth and expand strategic relationships primarily in the Federal Civilian sector. This role requires experience selling to ...

Hitachi

Federal Staff Accountant

Reston, VA · Hybrid

$70K - $90K/yr

S. federal government. We strengthen the mission critical infrastructure and operations of the United States through data center modernization, AI acceleration, data management, hybrid cloud ...

eVisit

Federal Account Executive

Mclean, VA · On-site +1

Position Overview Role Summary We are seeking a highly driven Federal Account Executive who will own the full sales cycle for federal accounts; developing the territory plan, leading capture ...

Hitachi, Ltd.

Federal Staff Accountant

Reston, VA · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

S. federal government. We strengthen the mission critical infrastructure and operations of the United States through data center modernization, AI acceleration, data management, hybrid cloud ...

eVisit

Federal Account Executive

Mclean, VA · On-site +1

Position Overview Role Summary We are seeking a highly driven Federal Account Executive who will own the full sales cycle for federal accounts; developing the territory plan, leading capture ...

HDR

Federal Principal, Science

Arlington, VA · On-site

The Arlington Studio of HDR Architecture is in search of a Federal Architecture Principal with a Science focus to join our growing practice and continue the legacy of providing our clients and ...

HDR

Federal Principal, Science

Arlington, VA

The Arlington Studio of HDR Architecture is in search of a Federal Architecture Principal with a Science focus to join our growing practice and continue the legacy of providing our clients and ...

CRI

Federal Sales Executive

Mclean, VA · On-site

Position Overview The Federal Sales Account Executive will drive revenue growth and expand strategic relationships primarily in the Federal Civilian sector. This role requires experience selling to ...

JCS Solutions LLC

Federal Contracts Manager

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$90K - $121K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Federal Contracts Manager is a key position responsible for overseeing the full federal contracting process, including supporting pre-award proposal development, leading negotiations, contract ...

CGI Inc.

Federal Systems Accountant

Arlington, VA · On-site

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Federal Systems Accountant Category: Finance Main location: United States, Virginia, Arlington Position ID:J0526-2531 Employment Type: Full Time Position Description: CGI is one of the top 5 largest ...

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How much do federal job jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for federal job in Virginia is $58,830.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,500.00 and $59,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a federal job?

Federal jobs are positions within the United States government, working for various federal agencies and departments. These roles can range from administrative, technical, and law enforcement positions to specialized fields like healthcare, engineering, or information technology. Federal jobs typically offer competitive benefits, job security, and opportunities for advancement. They are generally open to U.S. citizens and are listed on the official government website, USAJOBS.gov. The application process can be more detailed than private sector jobs, often requiring specific documentation and eligibility verification.

What should I expect in terms of collaboration and work structure when starting a federal job?

Federal jobs often involve working within multidisciplinary teams and following clearly defined procedures and protocols. You'll typically collaborate with colleagues across various departments or agencies, ensuring projects adhere to regulations and public service standards. Expect regular meetings, structured workflows, and an emphasis on transparency and documentation. While the environment can be hierarchical, there are opportunities for mentorship and growth through formal training programs and internal mobility.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a federal job, and why are they important?

To thrive in a federal job, you generally need a relevant educational background, strong analytical abilities, and knowledge of federal regulations or procedures, often supported by experience or specialized training. Familiarity with government-specific systems such as USAJOBS, security clearance processes, and agency-specific software is often required. Strong attention to detail, integrity, and effective communication are vital soft skills for navigating complex bureaucracies and serving the public. These skills ensure compliance, efficient service delivery, and upholding the standards expected of public servants.

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Infographic showing various Federal Job job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,830 per year, or $28.3 per hour.

Systems Engineer - Federal Civilian

Fortinet Federal, Inc.

Reston, VA • On-site, Remote

$165K - $236K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 8 hours ago

Job description


We are looking for a Systems Engineer to work closely with an assigned Account Manager to support Federal Civilian accounts. The Systems Engineer's main mission will be to support the sales organization in all technical matters regarding pre-sales, sales calls, and post-sales technical follow-up. We are seeking a self-starter with extensive pre-sales experience, polished presentation skills, and ability to negotiate large, complex sales cycles. The ideal candidate will have a strong networking and security background and experience with Fortinet products.
Responsibilities:
  • Pre-sales - assist in qualifying sales leads from a technical standpoint.
  • Sales calls - be the main technical resource on sales calls and answer/educate the customer on topics ranging from features, specifications, and functionality to solution integration.
  • Maintain expert level product knowledge of Fortinet's solutions and understand advantages over key competitors.
  • Collaborate with Fortinet Federal teams and customers to architect secure network services for Federal agencies utilizing and leveraging all capabilities in Fortinet's products.
  • Create and deliver presentations on site or via web conferencing tools.
  • Lead and support proof of concept/value demonstrations, to include establishing success criteria in coordination with customers.
  • Provide post-sales training and ongoing assistance to customers, ensuring they can effectively utilize Fortinet solutions.
  • Leverage or create technical marketing collateral such as white papers and solution briefs of Fortinet products to appeal to partners and customers.

Requirements:
Networking / Security Skills
  • 7+ years' experience in LAN/WAN/Internet services administration and network security products such as: NGFW and IDS/IPS.
  • Strong understanding of TCP/IP.
  • Expert knowledge of the following technologies: Routing, Switching, MPLS, VPN, and SDWAN.
  • Experience with dynamic routing protocols including BGP, OSPF, and ISIS.
  • Knowledge of the following technologies: ADVPN, LAN, WAN, IPS, DLP, AntiVirus, Web Filtering, NAC.
  • Strong understanding of the following technologies and protocols: RADIUS, LDAP, SAML, PKI, IPSEC/ESP, Firewall, Deep Packet Inspection, 802.1X, 802.1Q, SSH, SSL/TLS,SSL/TLS Decryption, Syslog, Encryption Ciphers.
  • Strong understanding of vulnerabilities, exploits, malware, ransomware, etc.

Virtualization
  • Understanding and knowledge of virtualization technologies such as: KVM, ESXi, HyperV, and OpenStack.
  • Working knowledge of public cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, and GCP.

General
  • 4+ years' experience in pre-sales support as a sales or systems engineer covering Federal Civilian Executive Branch customers, and the ability to work complex, long-term sale engagements in a technical role.
  • Knowledge of Federal compliance requirements for Federal agencies and partners to include, but not limited to FIPS 140-2/3, TIC 3.0, CDM, DOD STIG, CSfC, CMMC, and NIST 800-53/171/207.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills; ability to analyze difficult problems in complex environments using a systematic approach.
  • Knowledge of competitive network and security products.
  • Expert communication and presentation skills.
  • Ability to travel domestically.

Other Preferred Skills
  • Experience developing and utilizing TCL, Perl, Python, and other programing/scripting languages.
  • Expertise with Linux and various Linux/Unix scripting languages.
  • DEVOPS experience with APIs, YAML, JSON, NETCONF, OpenConfig.

Education:
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or Engineering. Graduate degree preferred.
  • Training and certifications within the network security field.
  • NSE-8/FCX, CCIE, JNCIE, CISSP level certifications preferred.

Salary Range / On Target Earnings: $165,500 - $236,500

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