SME Software Quality Assurance Engineer/Tester

Assured Information Security, Inc. (AIS); Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Assured Information Security, Inc. (AIS) in Columbia, MD seeks an experienced QA/Test Lead for an onsite role requiring TS/SCI w/CI Poly. You will plan and execute test events, develop DT&E/OT&E/Cyber T&E processes, and drive test-related activities across gov't programs.

Strong DoD/T&E background and Jira/Confluence proficiency are essential. The position emphasizes collaboration with engineering, cybersecurity, and program personnel, plus defining test strategies and maintaining traceability

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor's with extensive DoD/DoW testing experience.
• Experience drafting test plans, managing test cases and reporting results.
• Ability to document test-related processes and facilitate reviews.
• Strong communication of technical concepts to engineers and non-technical audiences.
• Experience using Atlassian products or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute test events with clear schedules and stakeholder understanding.
• Prepare and execute test plans; conduct TRRs with internal and external teams.
• Define and oversee DT&E, OT&E, and Cyber T&E within the PMO.
• Ensure DT&E/OT&E align with customer mandates and test strategy.
• Provide test-focused recommendations for contracts; enforce test requirements.
• Conduct functional, regression, integration, and system tests as needed.
• Document defects, results, and process improvements.
• Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, and program personnel.
• Lead test-related meetings, reviews, and workflows.
• Maintain government-standard documentation and traceability.
• Support QA/T&E methodology improvements.

Skills

QA testing

Test planning

DoD/DoW experience

ATLASsian tools

Education

Master’s degree in CS/Info Assurance/Info Security or Systems Engineering

15+ years experience OR 18+ years with alternative combo

Tools

Atlassian suite

Job description

Description

*This is an onsite position located in Columbia, MD and requires a TS/SCI w/CI Poly*

What You’ll Do:

• Plan, coordinate, and execute test events, ensuring all activities are properly advertised, and stakeholders understand event schedules and requirements.
• Prepare and execute comprehensive test plans and conduct Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs) with both internal and external organizations ahead of scheduled test events.
• Define and oversee Developmental Test & Evaluation (DT&E), Operational Test & Evaluation (OT&E), and Cyber Test & Evaluation (Cyber T&E) processes within the Program Management Office (PMO).
• Ensure all DT&E and OT&E activities align with customer mandates and are properly integrated into the overarching test strategy and individual test plans.
• Provide test-focused recommendations for acquisition contracts and ensure test-related requirements are enforced during contract execution.
• Conduct functional, regression, integration, and system-level testing as required.
• Document defects, test results, and process improvements.
• Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, and program personnel to ensure system requirements are met.
• Lead and facilitate test-related meetings, reviews, and workflow processes.
• Maintain documentation and traceability in accordance with government and program standards.
• Support continuous improvement of QA/T&E methodologies within the team.

Education/Experience/Skillset Required:

• Master’s degree and 15 years of experience, or Bachelor’s degree and 18 years of experience, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Relevant fields include Computer Science, Information Assurance, Information Security, and Systems Engineering.
• Experience in software development and Object-Oriented Programming.
• Experience executing QA and/or T&E for government systems.
• Experience generating test plans, managing test cases, and reporting results of test events.
• Ability to own, conduct, and document test-related processes, meetings, and workflows on behalf of government stakeholders.
• Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to both engineering teams and non-technical audiences.
• Experience using Atlassian products (or similar tools).

What Sets You Apart:

• DAWIA Test and Evaluation Practitioner.
• QA and/or T&E experience within DoD/DoW system acquisitions.
• Familiarity with cyber systems, especially defensive cyber capabilities.
• Ability to reference and apply federal policy to team processes.
• Administrative-level experience with Atlassian products (or similar) within engineering environments.

Clearance Required: TS/SCI w/CI Poly

AA / Disability / Veteran

US Salary Range: $150,000 - $215,000

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on several factors including location, skills, and experience. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package which includes employer paid health insurance and a 7% contribution to your 401k, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation.

AIS is a leading cyber and information security company supporting mission critical operations across the DoD, intelligence community, commerce and beyond. Founded in 2001, AIS is a privately-owned company committed to excellence in all facets. We pride ourselves on offering some of the best benefits seen in the industry. We celebrate the unique backgrounds and experiences of our people and encourage new ideas, innovation, and the autonomy to create the future and career they want with our support.

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