Section 508 PDF Remediation Expert

SAIC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC seeks a skilled Section 508 PDF Remediation Expert to ensure published reports, forms, and products are accessible to all users. The candidate will remediate complex documents, apply 508/WCAG2.x/PDF/UA standards, and work in a high-volume production environment.

The role requires expert proficiency with Adobe Acrobat Pro, CommonLook/PAC tools, and experience testing with JAWS/NVDA. Collaboration with Information Management and QA teams is essential.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in CS or related field, or 4 years experience in lieu of degree.
• 5+ years of PDF accessibility remediation experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust requiring U.S. Citizenship.
• Expert knowledge of Section 508, WCAG 2.x, and PDF/UA standards.
• Advanced proficiency with Adobe Acrobat Pro and tagging/read order/form fields/preflight tools.
• Experience with automated remediation tools like CommonLook or PAC.
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Adobe InDesign accessibility features.
• Experience testing with assistive technologies such as JAWS or NVDA.

Responsibilities

• Create Section 508 accessible PDFs from Word source files using accessibility tools.
• Remediate complex PDFs and forms with tagging, reading order, alt text, and tables.
• Validate remediated documents against 508, WCAG 2.x, and PDF/UA standards.
• Review PDFs destined for print vendors to ensure print specs.
• Create/modify accessible Word and InDesign templates, including VBA automation.
• Meet turnaround times and quality standards for accessible outputs.
• Provide guidance and training on accessible documents.

Skills

Section 508 knowledge

WCAG 2.x expertise

PDF/UA standards

Adobe Acrobat Pro

CommonLook/PAC tools

Assistive tech testing (JAWS/NVDA)

VBA automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT or related field

Tools

Adobe Acrobat Pro

CommonLook

PDF preflight tooling

InDesign

Microsoft Word

VBA

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Section 508 PDF Remediation Expert to ensure published reports, forms, and other products are fully accessible to all users. The ideal candidate will have proven expertise in remediating complex documents and applying accessibility standards in a high-volume production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Create Section 508 accessible PDF versions of published products from Microsoft Word source files using accessibility tools such as the CommonLook plugin
• Remediate complex PDFs and internal PDF forms using Adobe Acrobat Pro and accessibility plugins, including tagging, reading order, alternative text, tables, and form fields
• Validate remediated documents against Section 508, WCAG 2.x, and PDF/UA standards using automated checkers and manual testing with assistive technology
• Review and modify PDF files destined for print vendors to verify they meet printing specifications
• Create and modify accessible Microsoft Word and Adobe InDesign templates, including VBA automation to standardize workflows
• Meet defined turnaround times and quality standards for accessible versions of published products
• Provide guidance and training to staff on creating accessible Microsoft Office and InDesign documents
• Investigate and recommend automation and AI-assisted enhancements to accessibility remediation
• Document remediation procedures and contribute to SOPs and quality checklists
• Collaborate with Information Management staff, system developers, QA, and security teams to ensure accurate flow of data and metadata across system environments
• Maintain technical documentation, release notes, and runbooks

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (4 years experience in lieu of degree)
• 5+ years of related experience in PDF accessibility remediation
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust requiring U.S. Citizenship
• Expert knowledge of Section 508, WCAG 2.x, and PDF/UA standards
• Advanced proficiency with Adobe Acrobat Pro, including tagging, reading order, form field, and Preflight tools
• Experience with automated accessibility remediation tools such as CommonLook, PAC, or equivalent
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Adobe InDesign accessibility features
• Experience testing with assistive technologies such as JAWS or NVDA
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to manage high-volume workloads and re-prioritize according to urgent deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Desired

• Accessibility certifications such as:
  • IAAP Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC)
  • IAAP Web Accessibility Specialist (WAS)
  • DHS Trusted Tester certification
  • CommonLook certification
• Experience with VBA macro development for Microsoft Word
• Experience with print-ready PDF preflight and prepress requirements
• Basic HTML and experience producing accessible HTML versions of documents
• Experience in federal or government publishing environments

SAIC is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, and engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.