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Steampunk

Salesforce Tester/QA

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

Salesforce Tester/QA

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

Salesforce Tester/QA

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 ...

Govcio LLC

Senior Penetration Tester

Washington, DC · On-site

$124K - $180K/yr

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Senior Pentration Tester with an active TS/SCI clearance to support DHS onsite in Washington, DC. Responsibilities The Senior Penetration Tester serves as Key ...

Govcio LLC

Software Tester

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$90K - $112K/yr

Coast Guard (USCG) or similar Department of Homeland Security (DHS) software delivery environments. * Experience managing configuration management data repositories and technical software testing ...

Steampunk

Mulesoft 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

Mulesoft 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

Salesforce Tester/QA

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

Salesforce Tester/QA

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

steampunk

QA Tester with Security Clearance

Fairfax, 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 with Security Clearance

Fairfax, 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

Mulesoft 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 ...

Computer World Services

Automation Tester

Springfield, VA · On-site

$110K - $115K/yr

We are seeking an experienced Automation Tester with strong expertise in Backend, API, and ... Candidate must be a US Citizen, possess DHS Suitability background investigation or be eligible to ...

Computer World Services

Automation Tester

Springfield, VA · On-site

$110K - $115K/yr

We are seeking an experienced Automation Tester with strong expertise in Backend, API, and ... Candidate must be a US Citizen, possess DHS Suitability background investigation or be eligible to ...

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How much do dhs tester jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 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 is a DHS tester?

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.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a DHS tester?

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 projects and technologies do DHS testers typically work with?

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.
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Salesforce Tester/QA

Steampunk

Mclean, VA • On-site

$90K - $130K/yr

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Job description

Overview
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.
Contributions
  • 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
  • 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

About steampunk
Steampunk relies on several factors to determine salary, including but not limited to geographic location, contractual requirements, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience. The projected compensation range for this position is $90,000 to $130,000. The estimate displayed represents a typical annual salary range for this position. Annual salary is just one aspect of Steampunk's total compensation package for employees. Learn more about additional Steampunk benefits here.
Identity Statement
As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.
Steampunk is a Change Agent in the Federal contracting industry, bringing new thinking to clients in the Homeland, Federal Civilian, Health and DoD sectors. Through our Human-Centered delivery methodology, we are fundamentally changing the expectations our Federal clients have for true shared accountability in solving their toughest mission challenges. If you want to learn more about our story, visit http://www.steampunk.com.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Steampunk participates in the E-Verify program.

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