Software Tester with Security Clearance

ThinkTek; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

ThinkTek LLC is seeking a motivated Mid-Level Software Tester to support federal programs, focusing on UAT and GAT to ensure software meets user needs and contractual requirements.

The role requires collaboration with business analysts, developers, and government stakeholders in a structured testing environment and a Bachelor’s degree with 0–2 years of experience in software testing or IT-related projects. A Secret clearance is preferred where applicable.

Qualifications

• Experience executing UAT/GAT processes.
• Knowledge of requirements analysis techniques such as use case development and process mapping.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) and/or business process modeling tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Testing and Validation Support.
• Develop, execute, and document test cases, scripts, and scenarios for functional, UAT, and GAT activities.
• Coordinate with end users, product owners, and government stakeholders to validate system functionality against business requirements.
• Track, log, and report defects, ensuring timely resolution and retesting.
• Participate in test planning sessions, requirement reviews, and sprint ceremonies (Agile/SAFe environments).
• Support development of UAT/GAT acceptance criteria and ensure traceability to requirements.
• Prepare test reports, metrics, and other documentation for submission to project leadership and government stakeholders to manage progression of testing efforts.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes, tools, and documentation.
• Assist in evaluating and documenting current and future state business processes using process mapping and workflow analysis.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration
• Participate in meetings and workshops to gather input from end users, business leaders, and technical teams.
• Support communication between business and IT teams to ensure successful solution implementation.

Skills

UAT/GAT execution

Requirements analysis

MS Office / BP tools

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Software Tester Who We Are: ThinkTek LLC is a fast-growing Certified SBA 8(a) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) company. We specialize in providing management and technology consulting services to support the business and technology modernization efforts of the Federal Government. ThinkTek was formed with the specific purpose of providing its clients a tailored solution around Program & Project Management, Strategic Planning, and IT Operations.

Position Description: ThinkTek is seeking a motivated Mid-Level Software Tester to join our team supporting federal programs. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and Government Acceptance Testing (GAT), ensuring software solutions meet both end-user needs and contractual requirements. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with business analysts, developers, and government stakeholders in a structured testing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Testing and Validation Support
• Develop, execute, and document test cases, scripts, and scenarios for functional, UAT, and GAT activities.
• Coordinate with end users, product owners, and government stakeholders to validate system functionality against business requirements.
• Track, log, and report defects, ensuring timely resolution and retesting.
• Participate in test planning sessions, requirement reviews, and sprint ceremonies (Agile/SAFe environments).
• Support development of UAT/GAT acceptance criteria and ensure traceability to requirements.
• Prepare test reports, metrics, and other documentation for submission to project leadership and government stakeholders to manage progression of testing efforts.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes, tools, and documentation.
• Assist in evaluating and documenting current and future state business processes using process mapping and workflow analysis.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration
• Participate in meetings and workshops to gather input from end users, business leaders, and technical teams.
• Support communication between business and IT teams to ensure successful solution implementation.
• Required:
• Skills & Competencies:
• Experience executing UAT/GAT processes.
• Knowledge of requirements analysis techniques, such as use case development and process mapping.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) and/or business process modeling tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Clearance:
• Minimum Active Secret Cleraance
• Education & Experience:
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: 0-2 years of experience in software testing, business process analysis, requirements gathering, or IT-related projects.
• Desired:
• Masters Degree
• Familiarity with Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency, DoW business processes, policies, and/or IT systems.
• Experience with Agile/SAFe methodologies or other software development methodologies.
• Knowledge of tools such as JIRA, Confluence, or other user story management and/or requirements management software.
• Previous experience supporting government or defense contracts. Pay Range The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $60,030 – $69,020. This range is a good-faith estimate and not a guarantee of compensation. Final compensation will be based on factors including experience, education, skills, geographic location, internal equity, market data, and applicable contract requirements, and may fall outside the posted range. ThinkTek LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. ThinkTek offers medical, dental, and vision insurance to all full-time employees; PTO and a variety of other paid leave options are also available. You can read more about ThinkTek benefits at https://www.thinktekllc.com/careers/.