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Salesforce Tester/QA

Mclean, VA · On-site

Salesforce Tester/QA As a Salesforce Tester/QA, you will work with our growing DevSecOps ... Current or previous DHS CBP Clearance is preferred

SimIS Inc.

Integration Specialist (DHS)

Suffolk, VA · On-site

The DHS CBP Program Management Office Directorate (PMOD) serves as the Independent Test Authority ... Proficiency in integration testing and validation procedures Key Responsibilities * Ensure system ...

Buzzclan

GA DHS - NextGen Project Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

The Project Manager will assist the Departmentof Human Services (DHS) in managing the agency s ... Conduct formal testing reviews with business leaders toconfirm acceptance and satisfaction. Develop ...

Merican

DHS - Project Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

DHS Project Manager Location: Atlanta, Georgia 30334 Duration:3 Months Job Type: Temporary ... Track Workday configuration, data conversion, integrations, security roles, and end-to-end testing ...

DHS Headquarters

General Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$121K - $187K/yr

Pursuant to Executive Order 12564 and DHS policy, DHS is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and, therefore, conducts random and other drug testing of its employees in order to ensure a ...

Ishmee Inc

GA DHS - NextGen Project Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$77.40/hr

The Project Manager will assist the Departmentof Human Services (DHS) in managing the agency ... Conduct formal testing reviews with business leaders toconfirm acceptance and satisfaction. Develop ...

Steampunk

QA Tester

Mclean, VA

$90K - $130K/yr

DHS Trusted Tester Certification (TTv5) * DevSecOps Experience with actual/active development experience in an Agile environment * Experience with performance and load testing * Experience utilizing ...

Steampunk

QA Tester

Mclean, VA

$90K - $130K/yr

DHS Trusted Tester Certification (TTv5) * DevSecOps Experience with actual/active development experience in an Agile environment * Experience with performance and load testing * Experience utilizing ...

Steampunk

QA Tester

Mclean, VA

$90K - $130K/yr

DHS Trusted Tester Certification (TTv5) * DevSecOps Experience with actual/active development experience in an Agile environment * Experience with performance and load testing * Experience utilizing ...

Steampunk

QA Tester

Mclean, VA · On-site +1

$90K - $130K/yr

DHS Trusted Tester Certification (TTv5) * DevSecOps Experience with actual/active development experience in an Agile environment * Experience with performance and load testing * Experience utilizing ...

Steampunk

QA Tester

Mclean, VA · On-site

$90K - $130K/yr

DHS Trusted Tester Certification (TTv5) * DevSecOps Experience with actual/active development experience in an Agile environment * Experience with performance and load testing * Experience utilizing ...

Steampunk

QA Tester

Mclean, VA · On-site +1

$90K - $130K/yr

DHS Trusted Tester Certification (TTv5) * DevSecOps Experience with actual/active development experience in an Agile environment * Experience with performance and load testing * Experience utilizing ...

SimIS Inc.

Senior Field Engineer (DHS)

Suffolk, VA · On-site

The DHS CBP Program Management Office Directorate (PMOD) serves as the Independent Test Authority ... Lead field engineering teams during technology deployment and testing activities * Document precise ...

SimIS Inc.

Test Director (DHS)

Suffolk, VA · On-site

The DHS CBP Program Management Office Directorate (PMOD) serves as the Independent Test Authority (ITA) for CBP acquisition programs and requires comprehensive systems engineering and test and ...

TMS

GA DHS - NextGen Project Manager

Parsippany, NJ · On-site

The position is accountable to the DHS DeputyCommissioner of Finance, DHS Deputy Commissioner of ... Conduct formal testing reviews with business leaders toconfirm acceptance and satisfaction. Develop ...

SimIS Inc.

Test Director (DHS)

Suffolk, VA · On-site

The DHS CBP Program Management Office Directorate (PMOD) serves as the Independent Test Authority (ITA) for CBP acquisition programs and requires comprehensive systems engineering and test and ...

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How much do dhs tester jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for dhs 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a DHS Tester, and why are they important?

To thrive as a DHS Tester, you need a solid understanding of software testing methodologies, cybersecurity principles, and typically a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field. Experience with automated testing tools, vulnerability scanning software, and familiarity with federal compliance frameworks like FISMA or NIST standards are highly valuable. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help testers identify issues and collaborate with development and security teams. These skills ensure that Department of Homeland Security systems remain secure, reliable, and compliant with federal regulations.

What types of projects and technologies do DHS Testers typically work with, and how does this affect their daily tasks?

DHS Testers often work on projects related to government security systems, border protection, and emergency response technologies. This means their daily tasks can include testing both custom-developed and off-the-shelf software solutions for compliance, security, and reliability. Collaboration with developers, cybersecurity professionals, and policy experts is common, as testers must ensure that systems meet strict federal standards. The work environment is usually highly structured, with clear protocols for documentation, reporting, and communication.

What are DHS Testers?

DHS Testers are professionals responsible for evaluating and ensuring the security, functionality, and compliance of systems used by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). They perform various types of testing, including vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and functional testing, to identify and address potential weaknesses in software and hardware. DHS Testers work closely with cybersecurity teams and follow strict government protocols to help protect sensitive information and critical infrastructure.
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Salesforce Tester/QA

Salesforce Tester/QA

Navstar

Mclean, VA • On-site

Full-time

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Job description

Salesforce Tester/QA

As a Salesforce Tester/QA, you will work with our growing DevSecOps & Salesforce practices delivering quality assurance services to support application, cloud and data systems development. We are looking for candidates with minimum 5 years experience with experience in quality assurance and test automation practices in an Agile/DevSecOps work environment.

Responsibilities include:

  • Meet with product design team to determine testing parameters
  • Write test plans, create test cases, test procedures, bug reports, final QA reports for products
  • Manage test data architecture with the Tech Lead
  • Troubleshoot errors and streamline the test procedures
  • Testing and examining code written by others and analyzing results, including three or more of the following:
    • Data validation testing
    • Functional testing
    • Performance and load testing
    • Usability testing
    • Accessibility (508) testing
  • Establishing automated testing tools and infrastructure for test automation
  • Provide validation testing of different system and data sets for Salesforce
  • Understanding the needs of stakeholders and conveying this to developers
  • Improve development, testing, deployment, and release processes
  • Ensuring that systems are safe and secure against cybersecurity threats
  • Working with software developers and software engineers to ensure that development follows established processes and works as intended
  • Document as-is state of the environment, perform a gap analysis, and produce artifacts that articulate options and recommendations
  • Work with teams to bring continuous improvement to DevSecOps processes and tools
  • Engineer and implement solutions and provide recommendations for continuous improvement for the services provided
  • Present regular status updates and provide cross training to other DevOps team members

Qualifications required:

  • Must be able to maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
  • Bachelor's Degree required; equivalency offered
  • 5 years of related experience in software/IT/cloud consulting
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative skills
  • Experience with documenting an as-is state of the environment, perform a gap analysis, and produce artifacts that articulate options and recommendations preferred

Preferred:

  • Certifications a plus:
    • CAST (Certified Associate in Software Testing)
    • International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) Certification
    • Certified Manager of Software Testing (CMST)
    • DHS Trusted Tester Certification (TTv5)
  • DevSecOps Experience with actual/active development experience in an Agile environment
  • Experience with performance and load testing
  • Experience utilizing docker containers and utilizing platforms such as Kubernetes
  • Experience implementing test automation, using tools such as Selenium, Appium, Soap UI, RestAssured, Postman
  • Experience integrating test automation including performance, security, and functional tests into CI/CD Pipelines
  • Current or previous DHS CBP Clearance is preferred

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