Testing Analyst — Network Protocols, ASN.1 & SQL

VTG Defense; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

VTG Defense in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking a Testing Analyst to support our testing efforts on information technology systems. The role requires a degree in Information Technology or 3-5 years of equivalent experience, plus expertise in testing processes and network packet analysis (TCP/IP, UDP, SIP). You will document procedures, analyze data, and communicate results clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

A Top Secret clearance is required along with U.S. citizenship.

Qualifications

• Requires degree or 3-5 years of relevant technical experience.
• Knowledge of testing processes and methodologies.
• Experience analyzing network packets and protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, SIP).
• Strong knowledge of ASN.1 encoding.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to analyze files.

Responsibilities

• Analyze network packets and protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, SIP) to support testing efforts.
• Apply structured testing processes to validate system functionality, performance, and reliability.
• Review and interpret data encoded in ASN.1 format as part of testing.
• Query and update data using SQL to support testing and reporting.
• Analyze files and data sets to identify issues, trends and improvements.
• Document test procedures, findings, and results for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Communicate testing status, issues, and recommendations to team members and stakeholders.
• Learn and adapt to new products, tools, and techniques as project needs evolve.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues identified during testing.

Skills

Testing processes

Network packet analysis

SQL

Communication

ASN.1 encoding

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

SQL

Job description

VTG Defense in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking a Testing Analyst to support our testing efforts on information technology systems. The role requires a degree in Information Technology or 3-5 years of equivalent experience, plus expertise in testing processes and network packet analysis (TCP/IP, UDP, SIP). You will document procedures, analyze data, and communicate results clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

A Top Secret clearance is required along with U.S. citizenship.