NISSC 3 Test Engineer III (DevSecOps Support)

• Develop test plans, test scripts, and test procedures for system verification, validation, and operational acceptance in accordance with program and contractual requirements.
• Plan, develop, and execute integration, regression, and acceptance testing for system updates, upgrades, and deployments in a DevSecOps environment.
• Conduct functional and integration tests; document and analyze results; support defect tracking, triage, and remediation activities.
• Produce and review traceable test plans and test cases, ensuring requirements-to-test traceability and clear documentation of expected results.
• Configure and manage test environments, including virtualized, networked, and database components, to accurately reflect operational configurations.
• Coordinate deficiency tracking and reporting, collaborating with development, QA, system administration, and cybersecurity teams to resolve issues and verify fixes.
• Deliver verification and validation evidence to demonstrate operational readiness and support formal system acceptance.
• Apply experience in software and hardware integration engineering and hardware Level 1 troubleshooting to support test execution and issue resolution.
• Support configuration management practices and tools to ensure consistent, repeatable test baselines and accurate configuration documentation.

• 7-10 years of relevant experience in test engineering, software/system verification and validation, or DevSecOps support in DoD or similar mission-critical environments.

• Experience performing software and hardware integration engineering and hardware Level 1 troubleshooting.

• 5-7 years of System Administration experience, including work in virtualized and/or enterprise environments.

• 10+ years of Database Administration experience, including ADABAS database experience.

• At least 5 years of experience with Dell VxRail deployment and support.

• Skilled in configuration management and vSphere/vCenter administration for managing and supporting test environments.

• Experience performing Information System Security Officer (ISSO) tasks, including ensuring compliance with STIG checklists and vulnerability scan mitigation/remediation using Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS).

• Skilled in Optical Media Tracking and disk cloning operations using Logicube drive cloners.

• Demonstrated ability to develop traceable test plans, configure complex test environments, and coordinate cross-functional defect tracking and reporting.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of test documentation, deficiency reports, and validation/verification evidence.

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related field, OR Equivalent DoD/Military training in software testing, systems engineering, system administration, or a related technical discipline.

• Minimum: Active Secret clearance with eligibility to obtain TS/SCI.

• Holds Security+ certification.

• Holds VMware Certified Technical Associate (VCTA) and VMware Certified Professional (VCP) certifications.

• Holds a DoD 8140 qualifying certification; one or more of the following (or equivalent) is required/preferred:

• CEH
• CFR
• Cloud+
• GSEC
• PenTest+
• SSCP

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $116,200.00/Yr. - USD $194,000.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.