Software Quality Assurance Specialist/Applications Tester -TS/SCI with Polygraph

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Software Quality Assurance Specialist/Applications Tester, you will help ensure the mission is never interrupted by solving complex IT issues while delivering outstanding customer service. You’ll apply the latest technology and provide operational support to deliver actionable intelligence for the Intelligence Community. Here, your work will have meaning and impact as you deliver your best every day.

About the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive team member with a strong foundation in software testing, system administration, and collaboration. The ideal candidate will bring technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a passion for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Work with the development team to create test strategies and customized solutions
• Help collect and develop test data and technical information used for creating test suites
• Document test strategies and results as needed
• Engage with complex and data-heavy test scenarios
• Manage user permissions and access controls, with hands-on experience using LDAP or Active Directory
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, approaching challenges with creativity and effective solutions
• Participate in Agile/Scrum development environments, contributing to fast-paced, iterative workflows
• Utilize issue and bug tracking tools such as Jira to report, manage, and resolve software defects
• Conduct testing of web-based and cloud applications to ensure performance and reliability
• Write, modify, and maintain comprehensive test cases to support new and existing features
• Write SQL queries to retrieve and analyze data from relational databases
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure client requirements are fully understood and exceeded
• Research technical issues thoroughly, identify root causes, and propose/implement effective solutions
• Demonstrate a strong aptitude for quickly learning new technologies and tools
• Communicate clearly and professionally, both in writing and verbally
• Exhibit a passion for solving complex software challenges and enjoy working collaboratively in a team environment

Requirements

• 8+ years of related experience
• Experience with creating test plans based on gathered requirements and documenting test results
• Experience with Agile methodologies
• Understanding of relational database design
• Experience working with a government client
• Active Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph clearance
• US Citizenship required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications or training, or work experience
• Skills: Active Directory (AD), Agile Methodology, Testing Strategies

Benefits

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages including medical, dental, and vision plan options
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Paid vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave
• Short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance

Pay

The likely salary range for this position is $124,093 - $165,430.

Schedule

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Travel Required: Less than 10%
• Telecommuting Options: Onsite

Location: USA VA Chantilly (On Customer Site)