Systems Manager

Systems Manager

Salary

$91,238.53 - $159,667.42 Annually

Location

Leesburg, VA

Job Type

FT Salary W BN

Job Number

27-00721

Department

Sheriffs Office

Opening Date

07/31/2026

Closing Date

8/14/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

Grade

132

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Loudoun County Government has been named one of Forbes 2025 Best Large Employers! We're proud to be recognized nationally for our commitment to employee satisfaction and excellence in public service. At Loudoun County, we bring together talented professionals from all backgrounds to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, growing community - that's The Loudoun Difference.

Welcome and thank you for your interest in employment with Loudoun County Government!

ALL SECTIONS OF THE APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY. THE RESUME IS CONSIDERED SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ONLY. APPLICATIONS THAT ARE INCOMPLETE OR INDICATE SEE RESUME WILL NOT BE TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION.

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Introduction

The Loudoun County Sheriffs Office is looking for a full-time Systems Manager to join our team. The position is located within the Administrative and Technical Services Division at the Loudoun County Sheriffs Office Headquarters Building.

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the designated supervisor, manages assigned Information Technology (IT) operations and staff to support LCSO systems, applications, and projects. This position manages security protection for County systems, development of new applications, maintenance, and support of existing applications; protects computer assets; supports service desk; manages business relationships; governs project management, oversees the Departments project portfolios; and/or oversees operation of the network and telecommunications infrastructure. This position acts in supervisors absence on matters concerning the representation of the Department and interaction with department directors.

Job duties include:

• Develops and submits management and fiscal plans for the program; oversees all operations to support attainment of goals and objectives.
• Researches and obtains program pricing needs to contribute towards the annual Division budget; monitors the budget to ensure expenditures to not exceed the budget.
• Ensures effectiveness of software operational environment during times of critical processing operations; manages implementations, on- line system modifications, and migrations.
• Performs needs analysis, requirements definition, and systems design; manages the design, testing, documentation, and functional specifications for complex systems; develops project plans for production of deliverables and reporting mechanisms; and assures accountability for timelines and deliverables.
• Provides technical oversight for the installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of two-way radios, microwave systems, generators, UPS systems, public safety camera networks, and accessory equipment.
• Encourages the high performance and motivation of program staff; provides leadership to ensure achievement of Department goals; and identifies and recommends new service level requests.
• Contributes to the development of strategic plans.
• Provides support to customer department; consults to identify needs and issues; provides alternatives and suggestions for addressing and consults with colleagues to develop best practices approaches to address departmental needs and requests.
• Contributes to policies impacting assigned programs.
• Protects the County systems from security threats and intrusion attempts; maintains network security and ensures compliance with security policies and procedures.
• Builds a project portfolio creating a strategic portfolio for Loudoun County projects requiring technology; works with managers to create a process for investment decisions; and prioritizes new work, determines metrics, and provides a project management methodology.
• Provides feedback and recommendations to the Division Manager about operations, equipment needs, and issues.
• Develops network operational plans and forecasts; recommends acquisition and implementation of new technologies.
• Provides technical support for complex or difficult to resolve issues; consults with colleagues to develop solutions to complex technical issues.
• Administers and manages contracts with vendors to ensure performance and services comply with terms and provisions of contracts.
• Manages projects to design, program, test, debug, document, and meet the functional specifications for complex application programs and systems.
• Monitors network performance for the County business and specialized enterprise information systems; uses available network monitoring tools and analyzes system utilization to identify problems and make adjustments.
• Manages, directs, and provides oversight of overall customer support services provided by the team and contractors.
• Manages staff performance in accordance with County and Human Resources policies; provides regular feedback; completes appraisals of performance; ensures staff adheres to all applicable policies and procedures of the Department and of the County; ensures staff is trained and certifications are current; and advises supervisor of challenges with staffing, workload, or performance.

Hiring salary will be commensurate with experience.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field; three (3) years of related work experience in operations management, network engineering, systems development, enterprise systems management, budgeting, automation, and administration including one (1) year of supervisory experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Prefer certifications such as Information Technology Infrastructure Library Foundation certification (ITIL), Project Management Professional certification (PMP), or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM). Prefer experience in: Innotas/Planview software: Leankit tools; other project management software; SharePoint; Teams; and ServiceNow software.

Job Contingencies and Special Requirements

Selection process includes review of the Applicant Screening Questionnaire and County employment application, in-person interview(s), and an intensive background investigation to include fingerprinting, credit check, driving record, and polygraph examination.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Loudoun County Government prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that promotes employee wellness and work-life balance. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified applicants regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors.

Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process should call Human Resources directly at

703-777-0213 or email Human Resources.

Loudoun County Government offers a variety of benefits to both regular full time and part time employees. To view the comprehensive benefits package we have to offer you when you join our team, please click here.

Employees hired into Regular Part-Time Intermittent positions are eligible for limited County employee benefit programs, based on the position's regularly scheduled hours. Benefits eligibility for temporary employees are dependent on duration of assignment and number of scheduled hours.

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Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field and three (3) years of related work experience in operations management, network engineering, systems development, enterprise systems management, budgeting, automation, and administration including one (1) year of supervisory experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience?

• Yes
• No

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Are you a US citizen?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have any tattoos on your hands (except a wedding band tattoo), head, face, or neck?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered yes to the above question, are you willing to have them removed?

• Yes
• No

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Have you ever been convicted of a felony?

• Yes
• No

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Have you ever been convicted of a hate crime?

• Yes
• No

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Have you ever been convicted of sexual assault?

• Yes
• No

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Have you been convicted of an alcohol-related driving offense within the past 5 years?

• Yes
• No

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Have you ever been convicted of domestic violence?

• Yes
• No

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The information you provide in this application and supplemental questionnaire must be truthful, complete, and consistent with the details included in your employment and education history. Your responses may be verified at any stage of the process and must be supported by the information in your application materials. By continuing, you confirm that all information you provide is accurate and can be substantiated by your application, resume and/or documentation upon request. Misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may result in removal from further consideration. Do you understand and agree to these terms?

• Yes, I understand and agree.
• No, I do not agree.

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Employer Loudoun County Government

Address 1 Harrison Street SE

Leesburg, Virginia, 20175

Phone 7037770213

Website www.loudoun.gov