Software Quality Assurance Specialist / Application Tester with Security Clearance

About This Role
We're seeking a Software Quality Assurance Specialist / Application Tester. You'll provide independent testing services throughout the development lifecycle for Intelligence Production Systems Applications and Services. The program supports the full intelligence production pipeline — from drafting and collaboration to dissemination and conveyance to policy makers. This role is critical to ensuring the quality, reliability, and security of applications that support mission-critical operations. Compensation
$150,000 - $250,000 (depending on experience) Security Clearance Required
TS/SCI w/ Full Scope Poly Key Responsibilities
Perform independent testing services continuously throughout the development lifecycle
Design and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts for new and existing applications
Conduct unit testing, integration testing, regression testing, and user acceptance testing
Test mobile applications built for iOS using Apple ecosystem tools (Xcode, Swift, SwiftUI)
Validate applications supporting intelligence production, collaboration, dissemination, and conveyance workflows
Identify, document, and track defects through resolution
Collaborate with development teams within Agile sprints to ensure quality standards are met
Leverage enterprise SecDevOps tools (GitHub, Jenkins) for automated testing and CI/CD integration
Conduct maintenance testing on existing infrastructure and applications
Provide test status reporting and quality metrics to stakeholders Requirements
Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph
Experience with Agile development methodology
Experience with testing of new applications across the full development lifecycle
Experience performing independent testing services continuously throughout the development lifecycle
Experience with enterprise SecDevOps tools (GitHub, Jenkins)
Experience ensuring that software development encompasses unit/integration testing, user acceptance testing, and coordination of system changes
Familiarity with application development in Ruby, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, C/Objective C, R, and/or Python
Experience with mobile application testing, especially under iOS or the Apple ecosystem Preferred Qualifications
Experience with automated testing tools and frameworks
Experience with performance and load testing
Experience supporting Intelligence Community clients
Knowledge of information security testing practices
Experience with test management and defect tracking tools
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS)
ISTQB or similar software testing certification
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience) What We Offer
Competitive salary: $150,000 - $250,000 (based on experience)
6% 401(k) match + 4% annual profit sharing
Comprehensive health insurance
25 days PTO + 11 federal holidays
Mission-critical work supporting national security
Onsite at client location in Chantilly/McLean, VA
Collaborative, mission-driven team culture
Direct impact on national security operations
Small company environment with significant growth potential