QA Manual Tester Security Clearance

Position: QA Manual Tester with Security Clearance
Overview Acuity is looking for a QA Tester with expansive testing experience. This person must possess a deep understanding of all aspects of testing plus agile development best practices. Acuity is focused on building cutting edge, custom and functional applications for government agencies. We are a team of “doers” with a bias towards action and have a proven track record of implementing innovative technology solutions to solve complex challenges within government.

Responsibilities As part of our testing team you will be responsible for ensuring high-profile software applications used by senior officials and their staff, are of the highest software quality
As part of an agile software development team, you will actively participate in team discussions to contribute to producing functionalities that meet requirements and acceptance criteria
Identify test scenarios and generate detailed test scripts using industry best practices and with minimal supervision
Implement test automation framework using Selenium, Cypress or other tools; expertly create automation test scripts
Execute test cases and test plans using manual and automated methods
Independently identify, isolate, and document software defects
Maintain and expand existing test documentation, including test plans, test cases or scripts, and defect reports
Effectively communicate with project team and provide evidence to proceed with a software release
Assist with on-going process improvement efforts to ensure test planning, execution, and reporting methods are effective, efficient, standardized, coordinated, and integrated Qualifications Bachelor's degree in computer science, systems engineering, or STEM related discipline, or equivalent related experience
Minimum 5 years of experience as a software tester or quality analyst
Experience implementing and executing automation tools such as Selenium, Cypress, Postman, Newman, Jasmine, etc.
Deep and demonstrated knowledge of comprehensive testing methodologies, tools, and best practices
Extensive experience in generating test plans, test strategies, test scenarios, and test cases
Strong knowledge of agile practices and experience with agile planning tools (e.g., MS Dev Ops & Test Plans, Jira)
Experience in evaluating test coverage, identifying gaps, providing feedback, and implementing solutions

Experience with automation tools such as Postman, Newman, Selenium, Cypress, Jasmine, etc. is a plus
Attention to detail and ability to identify, isolate and document defects
Effective verbal and written communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
Collaboration skills
Adaptability and willingness to learn
Ability to focus on deadlines and deliverables
Cloud computing experience preferred (MS Azure and Service Now) Clearance Requirement
Must have Active DoD Secret clearance verified in DISS. Top Secret preferred Akumen, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law (federal, state or local). We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Akumen, Inc. maintains a drug-free workplace, consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.