Software QA Tester Secret (Remote MD DC VA )

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Description

Are you ready to embark on a journey where **precision meets purpose** ?

ICF is seeking a **Software Tester with a Secret Clearance** to join our dedicated team of testers supporting **government systems** .

This isn’t just QA, it’s a mission to uphold the highest standards of software excellence in service of national priorities.

**What you’ll be doing:**

In this role, you’ll be part of a collaborative, high-performing environment where your attention to detail and commitment to quality directly impact the success of federal programs.

You’ll work with cutting-edge technologies, seasoned professionals, and meaningful systems that support real-world operations.

• Providing technical test engineering expertise
• Perform, plan, and support tasks related to operational test and evaluation requirements
• Write and execute test scripts, test cases, and test scenarios
• Work with external teams as part of an Agile team
• Analyze and provide technical inputs and reports for management on applicable program/application/service test requirements
• Document defects and provide reporting to management personnel for the purposes of correcting software/documentation

**Clearance:** Active Secret

**Work location:** Hybrid - It's currently remote, but the arrangement could change based on client needs, and employees may need to come into the office in Downtown DC if requested.

**What you must have:**
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related IT field or equivalent experience
• 2+ years of experience supporting Testing/Software QA requirements

• 1+ years of demonstrated expertise with Software QA processes and industry-best practices
• 1+ years of translating requirements into Test Cases
• 6+ Months of Basic SQL in Oracle or Microsoft
• 6+ Service testing on Oracle SOA ESB and Windows
• 6 + Months of Back-end, ETL and Database testing
• 6 + General Understanding of automation testing tools and frameworks
• US citizenship and Clearance: Active Secret

**What we’d like you to have:**
• Testing in a highly integrated environment
• Functional and System Requirements Analysis
• Hands-on expertise with both manual and automated testing (all areas -- functional, regression, load, and system testing)
• Experience with automation tools
• Experience working in an Agile development environment

• Familiarity with these Software Development - custom apps - (SQL, Oracle, Toad, etc.)

**Work location:** Hybrid - It's currently remote, but the arrangement could change based on client needs, and employees may need to come into the office in Downtown DC if requested.

**What you’ll love about working here:**

+ Comprehensive health benefits
+ Generous vacation and retirement plans
+ Employee support program
+ Participation in charity initiatives

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• Support requirements/acceptance criteria development
• Conduct testing of applications using manual and automated test methods

**Working at ICF**

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants.

We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.

For more information, please read our EEO (https://www.icf.com/legal/equal-employment-opportunity) policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process.

To request an accommodation, please email  Candidateaccommodation@icf.com  and we will be happy to assist.

All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.



Read more about  workplace discrimination righ t s or our benefit offerings which are included in the  Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

**Candidate AI Usage Policy**

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge.

As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted.

This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.



However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI.

If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at  candidateaccommodation@icf.com .

We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

 

**Pay Range** - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$66,730.00 - $113,440.00

DC Remote Office (DC99)

Required Skill Profession

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