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Job Title: Software Tester
Job Category: Information Technology
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Local
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The Opportunity:
CACI has an immediate need for a Software Tester (ST) to support our Client in Chantilly, VA.
Responsibilities:
With a wide range of knowledge, the ST defines and develops test standards for the testing of information technology products, equipment, or systems in accordance with company and contractual requirements. The ST reviews and evaluates complex test specifications, test results, test trends and implements corrective action as needed. The ST is responsible for determining optimal approach to testing complex products or solutions to assure compliance with applicable specifications. This includes identifying and recommending product or solution characteristics that optimize their ability to be tested or to provide test data for diagnostic purposes. The ST combines customer contractual needs and requirements into system test solutions that acknowledges technical, schedule and cost constraints. The ST develops and directs preparation and execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures, and schedules for completing systems. The ST coordinates integrated testing activities, reviews, and evaluates test requirements to ensure completeness of test program, performs technical analysis of complete systems and prepares comprehensive system level evaluations.
• Work with a friendly team with growth opportunities
• Responsible for ensuring that all tests are conducted in a proper and orderly manner.
• Must also be able to motivate test team members and keep them on track.
• Stay abreast of emerging and changing software technologies design practices to provide solutions that are leading edge, competitive and cost effective
• Establish expected standards for quality assurance and communicate them to the entire test team.
• Provide feedback to testers setting quality standards and helping improve their work
• Develop test automation strategy for projects in AGILE methodology
Qualifications:
Required:
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent, and 5 - 7 years of related experience.
• Active and current TS/SCI with polygraph
• CompTIA Security+ certification
• Experience:
• Agile environment
• Scrum
• Automated testing
• Security testing
• MS TFS
• Zap (security testing)
• Good organizational skills
• Good leadership skills
• Good project management skills
• Good negotiation skills
• Good people management skills
• Good time management skills
• Good problem-solving ability
• Good analytical and logical skills
Desired:
• ISTQB Certified Tester or equivalent
• Familiarity with load testing
What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$86,600 - $181,800
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.