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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Test Engineer - **Company:** Concept Plus - **Location:** Dayton, OH, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Application Performance Management, JIRA, Build Automation, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Bug Tracking Systems, Cloud Engineering, Code Coverage, Data Integrity, Relational Databases, DevOps, Oracle (Applications), Regression Testing, Verification and Validation (Software), System Testing, Systems Integration, Test Data, Test Management, Strategies of Testing, Software Vulnerability Management, Cloud Platform System, Delivery Pipeline, SC Clearance, Gitlab-ci, Information Technology, Devsecops, Api Management, Jenkins, Static Application Security Testing, Dynamic Application Security Testing - **Published:** August 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=030c30d920d3f033 ## About the Role * US Citizen * Must be able to obtain a Tier-3 Secret Clearance * Bachelor's degree in IT, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; master's degree preferred. * 5-7 years experience in software testing within an Agile environment. * Proficiency in test methodologies (functional, integration, regression, system testing) * Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices * Background in API testing and system integration * Experience with test management and defect tracking tools (e.g., Jira) * Experience with automated testing tools or frameworks Preferred Qualifications * Experience working with Agile development teams of 20+ FTEs and be familiar with Agile methodologies. * Experience supporting federal systems * Familiarity with secure DevSecOps practices * Knowledge of Oracle or relational databases * Experience working across classified and unclassified cloud environments ## Description Concept Plus is seeking a Test Engineer to support federal IT systems across development, operations, and modernization initiatives. This role requires a strong understanding of federal technology environments, including DevSecOps CI/CD pipelines, and Oracle/Java-based systems operating across classified and unclassified cloud environments. The Test Engineer plays a key role in validating system functionality, performance, and integration within a DevSecOps environment. This position works closely with development teams, Cloud Engineering, DevSecOps resources, Product Owners, and the Program Management Office (PMO) to ensure testing is integrated into the delivery lifecycle, supports automated validation within CI/CD pipelines, and ensures solutions meet quality, security, and mission requirements. What you'll do * Design, develop, and execute test cases and test plans for system, integration, and regression testing. * Design, implement, and maintain secure CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps to automate build, test, and deployment workflows. * Embed security tools-such as SAST, DAST, and container scanning into the pipeline to ensure compliance and vulnerability management. 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