Computer Scientist Intermediate

Ábaco Strategy
Sierra Vista, AZ, United States
28 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Compensation
$82,000.0 - $86,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

CompTIA Security+ Scrum Methodology Web Pages Scripting Test Scripts Information Technology

Job description

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including analysts, software and system engineers, and OT&E personnel, to document and exercise VV&A processes for identified applications/systems.
  • Coordinate with team members to acquire adequate VV&A evidence supporting VV&A plans, products, and reports.
  • Operate and troubleshoot applications/systems during VV&A efforts and support producing test reports and other evidence as needed.
  • Support preparing and presenting VV&A analysis results.
  • Develop scripts and tools to assess performance parameters identified in VV&A plans and document the results, as necessary.
  • Support gathering, preparing, and presenting application/system tool use metrics.
  • Coordinate the setup and maintenance of systems used for VV&A efforts.
  • Install and configure applications/systems in compliance with program instructions, ensuring functionality, and documenting configurations and results.
  • Write detailed use cases describing how users will interact with MAMBA, capturing the functional requirements.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of VV&A processes and results, ensuring traceability and compliance with industry standards.
  • Support the continuous improvement of VV&A processes and methodologies within the project.
  • Develop comprehensive documentation for integrated tools, including user manuals and technical guides.
  • Organize and conduct training sessions for end-users and technical staff to ensure smooth adoption of the integrated tools.
  • Gather user feedback on support provided and analyze it to identify areas for improvement, implementing changes as needed.
  • Regularly update the TRMC MAMBA website to reflect current project information, application/system VV&A status, milestones, timelines, and future plans.
  • Ensure all created documents and web pages conform to Section 508 Accessibility Standards.
  • Plan and track tasks using Agile Scrum methodology.

Requirements

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Intermediate Computer Scientist to support our Verification, Validation, and Accreditation (VV&A) activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams., * Requires a Master’s degree; or a Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of experience. The degree must be in a relevant technical curriculum and experience must be related to the job duties or include at least 30 hours in math, information technology, and statistics, and must include Integral and Differential calculus.

  • Professional certifications: Information Assurance Technician Level II, i.e., Security Plus.
  • Must have a Secret security clearance.
  • Experience in VV&A activities and project support.
  • Strong technical skills and the ability to troubleshoot applications/systems.
  • Proficiency in developing scripts and tools for performance assessment.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Experience with Agile Scrum methodology.
  • Knowledge of Section 508 Accessibility Standards.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience in documenting and exercising VV&A processes.
  • Ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams and manage VV&A evidence.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience in developing comprehensive documentation and user manuals.
  • Ability to organize and conduct training sessions for end-users and technical staff.

About the company

Abaco Strategy, LLC (Abaco) is an 8(a), HUBZone, Woman-Owned Small Business that provides IT and consulting services to federal and commercial clients. We are seeking a hands-on Business Development and Capture Manager to support pipeline growth, customer engagement, opportunity qualification, capture execution, and proposal integration. This role is well suited for someone who can balance strategic planning with day-to-day execution in a lean and fast-moving environment.

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