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Remote work is authorized under this contract Citizenship U.S. Citizenship or Green card holder ... Support integration, functional, regression, user acceptance, performance, and Section 508 testing.

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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract 508 tester in the United States is $38.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.39 and $50.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract 508 Tester vs Accessibility Tester?

AspectContract 508 TesterAccessibility Tester
CertificationsSection 508 compliance, ADA testingSection 508, WCAG, ADA
Work EnvironmentContract roles, government or corporate projectsConsulting, government agencies, tech companies
Industry UsageFederal government, large corporationsTech, healthcare, government
Search IntentContract 508 compliance jobs, government accessibility rolesAccessibility testing, web accessibility jobs

The Contract 508 Tester primarily focuses on ensuring compliance with Section 508 standards for federal websites and electronic content, often in contract roles within government or large organizations. Accessibility Testers may work across various standards like WCAG and ADA, often in consulting or tech environments. While both roles require knowledge of accessibility standards, Contract 508 Testers are more specialized in government compliance, whereas Accessibility Testers have broader scope across industries.

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Infographic showing various Contract 508 Tester job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 64% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 7% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 44% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 55% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,791 per year, or $38.4 per hour.

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Trusted Tester Level II (Web Tester and Documents)
Location: Remote (Occasional On-Site in Springfield, VA)
Duration : 12+ months Contract
Visa Status :
Security: Must meet DHS suitability and Entry on Duty requirements; work may involve Sensitive But Unclassified information
 
Position Summary:
Perform advanced Section 508 web testing and electronic document testing and remediation. Provide technical assistance on accessibility test results, Accessibility Conformance Reports, Voluntary Product Accessibility Templates, remediation, and Trusted Tester training support.
 
Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform Section 508 testing of ICT using the DHS Trusted Tester Section 508 Conformance Test Process for Web, Version 5.0 or later, and approved reporting formats.
  • Test and remediate electronic documents and forms, including Microsoft Office and Adobe PDF, using the Accessibility Tests for Documents endorsed by the Federal CIO Council Community of Practice.
  • Develop accessibility test plans and provide clear technical guidance on interpreting results and correcting Section 508 defects.
  • Review Accessibility Conformance Reports and Voluntary Product Accessibility Templates and answer technical accessibility questions.
  • Provide remediation support for ICT and technical assistance to students completing accessibility training and Trusted Tester certification examinations.
  • Maintain current DHS Trusted Tester certification throughout task-order performance.
Mandatory Qualifications:
  • Broad knowledge of the Revised Section 508 Standards.
  • Current DHS Trusted Tester certification, Version 5.0 or later.
  • At least two years of accessibility testing experience.
  • At least two years of experience testing and remediating electronic documents for Section 508 standards.
  • Ability to meet DHS suitability and Entry on Duty requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Advanced experience remediating Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and tagged PDF content, including forms, tables, reading order, alternate text, color contrast, and document structure.
  • Experience evaluating ACRs/VPATs and translating findings into acquisition or remediation recommendations.
  • Experience with screen readers, Adobe Acrobat Pro accessibility tools, PAC or comparable PDF validation tools, and Microsoft Office accessibility checkers.
  • Experience coaching testers or supporting students in Trusted Tester courses and examinations.
  • Federal Government or DHS accessibility experience.