508 Testing Specialist

Overview

What You’ll Be Doing

We are seeking a skilled 508 Testing Specialist to join our Quality Assurance team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in manual testing and a strong understanding of Section 508 compliance requirements to ensure our digital products are accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. This role requires a detail-oriented professional who can perform thorough accessibility testing and collaborate with development teams to deliver inclusive solutions.

Who We Are

Cadmus is a technology-empowered strategic consulting firm with more than 1,300 experts dedicated to serving government, commercial, and non-governmental organizations worldwide. We help our clients achieve their goals and drive lasting, impactful changes by leveraging transformative digital solutions and unparalleled expertise across domains.

At Cadmus, we look for team players and problem solvers who are driven to use their unique perspectives and intellectual curiosity to help deliver breakthrough solutions that achieve transformative goals. As a member of our team, you'll collaborate with leading experts to support our clients across the globe. We offer competitive compensation, outstanding health care and retirement benefits, a vibrant and collaborative work environment, and ample opportunities for professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Conduct manual testing to evaluate digital products (web applications, mobile apps, and documents) for compliance with Section 508 and WCAG 2.1 guidelines.
• Use assistive technologies such as screen readers (e.g., JAWS, NVDA, Voice Over) to test accessibility features. Identify, document, and track accessibility defects using tools like Jira or similar bug-tracking systems.
• Collaborate with developers, designers, and product managers to provide actionable feedback and recommendations for resolving accessibility issues.
• Perform usability testing to ensure accessible user experiences for individuals with visual, auditory, motor, and cognitive disabilities.
• Create and maintain detailed test plans, test cases, and reports specific to 508 compliance documents (VPAT).
• Stay updated on accessibility standards, tools, and best practices to enhance testing processes.
• Assist in training team members on accessibility principles and testing methodologies.

Qualifications

• Experience:
  
  3-5 years of manual testing experience, with at least 2 years focused on Section 508 and accessibility testing.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in using assistive technologies (e.g., JAWS, NVDA, Voice Over, Talk Back).
• Familiarity with WCAG 2.1 standards and Section 508 requirements.
• Experience with testing tools such as WAVE, Axe, or Lighthouse for accessibility audits.
• Basic understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to identify accessibility issues in code
• Preferred Qualifications:
  
  Certification in accessibility testing (e.g., IAAP CPACC, WAS, or DHS Trusted Tester).
• Experience with automated accessibility testing tools.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Knowledge of ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) standards.

Cadmus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination. Cadmus is committed to providing a respectful workplace where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation (including gender identity and/or expression), national origin, military and veteran status, physical and mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.