Senior QA Engineer - Hybrid, Secret Clearance

Powerhouse Institute Inc.; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Powerhouse Institute Inc. is seeking a senior QA engineer with 8+ years in IT security and quality assurance. This full-time, hybrid role requires U.S. citizenship, an active secret clearance, and on-site presence in Washington DC and Arlington VA at least two days per week.

You will design, execute and automate tests, perform QA audits, and collaborate with developers to ensure compliant, high-quality software products.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in IT security field.
• 8+ years of professional experience in quality assurance.
• Active secret clearance and U.S. citizenship.
• BS/BA degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Project Manager on the quality and condition of testing.
• Oversee the implementation and ensure efficiency systems.
• Plan, perform and oversee inspection and testing of products.
• Create, update and maintain QA test plans, suites and scripts.
• Exclusive responsibility: find the bugs in the software.
• Develop and implement test procedures for system development environments.
• Develop, maintain, and upgrade automated test scripts and architectures.
• Analyze test cases and provide regular progress reports.
• Ensure QA activities comply with regulatory requirements.
• Complete test cases for input validation and data verification.
• Assess software development process and recommend improvements.
• Review and suggest process/workflow improvements.
• Research software products for feasibility and features.
• Provide guidance and support to other developers and QA.

Skills

.NET

Azure DevOps

Software QA

Automated testing

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

BS/BA in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Test Manager (MTM)

Job description

Powerhouse Institute Inc. is seeking a senior QA engineer with 8+ years in IT security and quality assurance. This full-time, hybrid role requires U.S. citizenship, an active secret clearance, and on-site presence in Washington DC and Arlington VA at least two days per week.

You will design, execute and automate tests, perform QA audits, and collaborate with developers to ensure compliant, high-quality software products.