QA Manager

Corporate Overview

SD Solutions, LLC is a fast-growing professional services company, providing Cybersecurity, Strategy & Governance, IT (Information Technology) Modernization, Management Consulting, and Professional Services solutions to large and small clients in the federal government sector. Our broad spectrum of services also includes digital & legacy transition, decommissioning, communications, event planning & logistics, and operations. It is our mission to deliver enduring results to our clients using strong business acumen, technical solutions, and management services. Our core values include quality, timeliness, integrity, trusted relationships, and corporate citizenship.

Opportunity Overview

SD Solutions is seeking a capable and experienced Quality Assurance Lead/Manager to provide support at IRS (Internal Revenue Service). This individual will be providing support for the design, development and build of test data sets, test plans, executing UAT and defect tracking and reporting as well as leading a multidisciplinary team integrating with other contractors and Government employees to strengthen key roles, that the IRS undertakes to fulfill its mission.

Qualifications

5-8 years previous experience in software quality assurance or testing roles, preferably in a government or highly regulated environment.
Experience working with software development teams in an Agile or Waterfall environment.
Familiarity with federal government regulations, standards, and processes related to software development and testing (e.g., FISMA, Section 508).
Understanding of security testing techniques, tools, and standards (e.g., OWASP Top 10, NIST guidelines) to identify and address security vulnerabilities.
Familiarity with accessibility testing principles and guidelines (e.g., Section 508, WCAG) to ensure software applications are accessible to users with disabilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with stakeholders, document test plans and results, and communicate issues effectively.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects.
Meticulous attention to detail to ensure thorough testing coverage and accurate reporting of defects.


Preferred Certifications:

ISTQB (International Software Testing Qualifications Board) certifications (e.g., Foundation Level, Advanced Level). Certified Agile Tester (CAT) or Certified Scrum Master (CSM) for Agile testing roles. Security-related certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).

Responsibilities

Testing web-based and mobile applications to ensure they meet functional requirements, security standards, and usability guidelines. This includes testing across different browsers, operating systems, and devices to ensure compatibility and accessibility.
Conduct security testing to identify vulnerabilities, such as SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), and authentication flaws. This involves using tools like vulnerability scanners, penetration testing frameworks, and manual testing techniques to assess the security posture of applications.
Ensure that government software applications are usable and accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. This involves conducting usability testing to assess the user experience and accessibility testing to ensure compliance with Section 508 requirements for accessibility.
Perform performance, regression and UAT testing to evaluate the responsiveness, scalability, and reliability of government applications under different load conditions. This includes stress testing, load testing, and endurance testing to identify performance bottlenecks and ensure applications can handle expected levels of usage.
Utilize test automation tools and frameworks to automate repetitive test cases, regression testing, and continuous integration pipelines. To ensure consistent quality across software releases and reduce the time and effort required for testing.

Document test plans, test cases, test results, and defects in accordance with government standards and procedures. Prepare test reports and provide regular status updates to project stakeholders, including developers, project managers, and government officials.
Collaborate closely with developers, business analysts, project managers, and other stakeholders throughout the software development lifecycle.

Employment Type

Full-time, W2 employment
Exempt, salaried
Eligible for paid benefits

Clearance, Citizenship, and Work Location

Clearance requirement: Active IRS MBI is a MUST.
Must be U.S. Citizen
Work Location: Remote

SD Solutions Culture

We are a fast-growing company who puts people first. Our focus is on building the right team to provide exceptional services to our customers and to grow with our organization. We offer very competitive compensation and a very attractive benefits package. We believe in corporate citizenship and provide several levels of support to students, schools, teachers, and other organizations in our local community. If you are looking for a new opportunity to make a difference and build your career in a positive way, please join us. We're waiting for you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SD Solutions, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of an individual's race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline, and termination.

Whenever possible, SD Solutions provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by law.