Senior Cybersecurity QA Engineer

ASRC Federal NetCentric Technology is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented remote Senior Cybersecurity QA Engineer to support testing services for cybersecurity tools and configuration settings to meet functional and compliance standards in support of our Department of Defense (DoD) client geographically located in Alexandria, Virginia and Seaside, California. The successful candidate will play a critical role in leading the impact assessments of cybersecurity tools on the stability and operation of networks and computing systems, while minimizing downtime and ensuring smooth integration into the production environment.   Key Responsibilities: Test Planning and Strategy: Develop comprehensive test plans and strategies to ensure thorough testing of cybersecurity tools and configuration settings to meet functional and compliance standards, including defining objectives, scope, resources, and timelines. This will also include: Establish a project management program for tool upgrades and new deployments, covering planning, costing, and governance adherence to DHRA standards. Integrate testing provisions into project requirements, designs, and schedules, ensuring alignment with project goals. Team Leadership and Management: Lead a team in developing and executing test scripts, system integration, and tool evaluations, ensuring efficient coordination and productivity. Perform verification activities, including inspections, peer reviews, audits, walkthroughs, and simulations, to validate product performance. Reporting and Documentation: Utilize automated testing tools for robust analysis, documentation, and reporting, while maintaining a data visualization portal to track results and performance trends, facilitating informed decision-making. Manage a repository documenting testing activities, including changes, affected systems, and rollback plans when no test environment is available. Develop and maintain comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for formal testing programs, including test plans, reports, and government approval processes. Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for testing activities. Prepare detailed analyses of results, including findings and recommendations (Go/Go with Conditions/No Go) for stakeholders. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure testing protocols and tools align with established methodologies, maintaining consistency and reliability. Continuous Process Improvement: Provide feedback on system configuration and performance testing to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence. Work with key stakeholders to identify trends affecting service availability and submit metrics for business process improvement.   Preferred Skills: Demonstrated experience with Ansible or comparable automation tools for configuration management, scripting, and deployment. Proficiency in using Microsoft Project for scheduling tasks, tracking progress, and managing overall project timelines.   Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent additional experience). Active DoD Secret Clearance. 10 years of professional experience in information technology with 4 years of specialized experience in cybersecurity tool testing or related roles. Hands-on experience with testing methodologies, automated tools, and security analysis techniques. Conducting tests in high-security environments while ensuring compliance with government cybersecurity standards. Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of Change Control Board (CCB) submission processes, including governance and compliance protocols. Proficiency with cybersecurity tools, including: Trellix/ESS Tanium Microsoft Defender Endpoint BeyondTrust Provide 24/7 rotational telephonic engineering support to troubleshoot network outages and ensure minimal downtime during testing phases.   We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include healthcare, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.   Advantages of Working at ASRC Federal: Learning and Development:After 90 days of employment, regular full-time employees are eligible for our professional development program. This includes annual funding for: Pursuing Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Graduate Degrees. Obtaining industry-standard professional certifications. Participating in professional certificate programs. Covering registration fees for professional conferences. Purpose-Driven Careers:Join a company recognized as a: Certified Great Place to Work. Military Times’ Best for Vets Employer. Military.com’s Top 25 Veteran Employer.   Comprehensive Benefits: Insurance Coverage: Comprehensive plans for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term/long-term disability. Paid Leave: Inclusive policies for bereavement, military obligations, and parental needs, along with 11 paid holidays annually. Retirement Savings: A 401(k) plan with a generous company match and immediate vesting to help secure your financial future. Incentives: Employee referral bonuses to reward you for helping grow the ASRC Federal Family   Embark on a career with ASRC Federal, where your growth, purpose, and well-being are at the forefront of what we do.