Software Test Engineer with Security Clearance

Software Test Engineer
Location: Chantilly, VA
Work Type: Onsite
Remote Work: No Job Description
Gridiron IT is seeking a Software Test Engineer to support our client in Chantilly, VA. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex challenges, driving quality, and collaborating with a supportive and growth minded team.

Position Overview

As a Software Test Engineer, you will be instrumental in ensuring the quality and reliability of our software products. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing test plans, test cases, and test scripts to validate software functionality. Additionally, you will evaluate complex test specifications, analyze results, and drive corrective actions to ensure that products meet both technical and contractual requirements.

Your role will involve determining optimal testing strategies for sophisticated systems, identifying product characteristics that enhance testability, and integrating customer requirements into practical system-level test solutions. This position demands a deep understanding of software development processes, testing methodologies, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities • Develop and maintain comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts for software applications

• Execute manual and automated tests to verify software functionality, performance, and security
• Identify, document, and track software defects using issue tracking tools
• Collaborate with developers to reproduce and resolve software defects
• Perform regression testing to ensure that new changes do not adversely affect existing functionality
• Contributes to the continuous improvement of testing processes and tools
• Participate in project meetings and contribute to project planning and risk assessment
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in software testing
• Demonstrate advanced technical expertise and provide leadership in testing projects
• Act as a subject matter expert in testing methodologies and tools
• Mentor and guide junior team members
• Engage in client interactions and presentations

Qualifications
Required: • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in software testing, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality test results
• Strong knowledge of testing methodologies, tools, and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, JUnit, TestNG)
• Experience with both manual and automated testing
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience with Section 508 standards, which map directly to WCAG 2.0 Level A and Level AA Success Criteria
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Experience with Security testing
• Experience with JIRA/MS TFS
• Active TS/SCI with Poly Desired: • ISTQB Certified Tester or equivalent
• Experience with JAWS
• Experience with ZAP (security testing)
• Experience with Roo Code
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools
• Experience in testing web applications, mobile applications, or cloud-based services
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript) for test automation
• Familiarity with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner)

Clearance Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
TS/SCI & CI POLYGRAPH REQUIRED FOR THIS ROLE Compensation and Benefits Salary Range $100,000 - $165,000YR (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.) Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron’s benefits programs. Gridiron IT Solutions is an

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status. Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area that supports our clients' missions throughout the United States. Gridiron IT specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies.

Our capabilities include IT Infrastructure & Cloud Services, Cyber Security, Software Integration & Development, Data Solution & AI, and Enterprise Applications. These capabilities are backed by Gridiron IT's experienced workforce and our commitment to ensuring we meet and exceed our clients' expectations.