Test Engineer

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AFS is seeking a Test Engineer, for an onsite position in Lorton, VA.

The Work:

Perform test events including System Integration Dry Run (SIDR), System Integration Test (SIT), User Acceptance Test (UAT), Site Validation Test, and Mission Acceptance Test.

Conduct formal test reviews such as Test Readiness Reviews and Post‑Test Reviews.

Execute test strategy activities including Requirements Verification System Validation, Customer Requirements Validation, Test Case Development, Test Incident Identification Management, Test Incident Reporting (TIR), and Test Metrics Management.

Compile or develop manual and/or automated test cases for the Test Plan.

Identify, document, and prioritize defects in alignment with Test Lead guidance.

Execute tests in accordance with the approved Test Plan.

Prepare and deliver regular test status updates to the Test Lead.

Input test results into applicable test management tools and track execution progress.

Evaluate testing software/tools and recommend alternative solutions as needed.

Here's what you need:

5+ years of experience in a related technical field, including at least 3 years in systems administration with a focus on Windows Server technologies

Experience with Microsoft Azure (AZ‑104 certification or equivalent knowledge)

Experience with Windows Server technologies including Active Directory Domain Services, Group Policy, and PowerShell

Experience working within small technical teams with increasing levels of responsibility

Ability to support Microsoft Information Request SAF/AQ Project Order requirements

DOD 8570 IAT Level II (or higher) certification required upon start

A valid US passport

Bonus points if you have:

Experience with test automation tools such as Cucumber, Watir, TestComplete, or LoginEnterprise

Working knowledge of testing frameworks including Cypress, Jasmine, Selenium, or Pester

Experience authoring test cases and documenting test results

Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and software testing processes

Understanding of all phases of the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

Experience with CI/CD processes and version control systems (GitHub, Azure DevOps)

Security Clearance:

Must have an active TS/SCI clearance

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland . The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is:

$86,400 $176,200 USD

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