Section 508 PDF Remediation Expert

SAIC; United States; A distancia; USD 60.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

SAIC is seeking a Section 508 PDF Remediation Expert in Washington, DC to ensure accessible reports and forms. You will remediate complex PDFs, verify conformance to 508/WCAG/PDF/UA, and develop accessible Word/InDesign templates, including VBA automation. The role requires 5+ years of experience, proficiency with Acrobat Pro and accessibility tools, and ability to obtain a Public Trust as a U.S.

citizen. Remote work is possible; the position is full-time with standard daytime hours.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field; 4 years experience in lieu accepted.
• 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.
• Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat Pro, tagging, reading order, and Preflight tools.
• Experience with automated accessibility remediation tools like CommonLook or PAC.
• Experience with Word and InDesign accessibility features.
• Experience testing with assistive technologies such as JAWS or NVDA.

Responsabilidades

• Create Section 508 accessible PDF versions from Word source files using accessibility tools.
• Remediate complex PDFs and internal forms using Acrobat Pro and accessibility plugins.
• Validate remediated documents against 508, WCAG 2.x, and PDF/UA using automated checkers and assistive tech.
• Review/modify PDFs for print vendors to meet printing specs.
• Create/modify accessible Word and InDesign templates, including VBA automation.
• Meet defined turnaround times and quality standards for accessible versions.
• Provide guidance and training on accessible Microsoft Office and InDesign documents.
• Investigate automation/AI enhancements for remediation processes.
• Document remediation procedures and contribute to SOPs/runbooks.
• Collaborate with Information Management, developers, QA, and security for data/metadata flows.
• Maintain technical documentation and release notes.

Conocimientos

PDF accessibility

Section 508 WCAG

Assistive tech testing

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Educación

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Herramientas

Adobe Acrobat Pro

CommonLook PAC

VBA automation

Descripción del empleo

Section 508 PDF Remediation Expert

Job ID: 2618366
Location: Washington, DC, United States
Date Posted: Oct 24, 2026
Category: Communications
Subcategory: Communications
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: No
Minimum Clearance Required: None
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Public Trust
Potential for Remote Work: Remote
Benefits:

Job Description

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

Target salary range: $60,001 - $100,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline. 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, 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 newsroom.