Trusted Tester Level I (Web Tester

Conduct Section 508 conformance testing of Information and Communications Technology using the current DHS-approved assessment methodology, test tools, and reporting formats. Produce accurate, complete test results that follow DHS Trusted Tester Version 5.0 or later requirements. Key responsibilities

• Perform Section 508 testing of web-based ICT using the DHS Trusted Tester Section 508 Conformance Test Process for Web, Version 5.0 or later.
• Use current DHS-approved assessment methods, testing tools, and report formats.
• Document test procedures, findings, defects, evidence, and conformance results accurately and completely.
• Coordinate with senior testers and accessibility SMEs to resolve test-method questions and maintain consistency.
• Maintain current DHS Trusted Tester certification throughout task-order performance.
• Protect DHS information and follow all security, privacy, and contractor-conduct requirements.

Security: Must meet DHS suitability and Entry on Duty requirements; work may involve Sensitive But Unclassified information, * Basic knowledge of the Revised Section 508 Standards.

• Current DHS Trusted Tester certification, Version 5.0 or later.
• At least one year of accessibility testing experience.
• Ability to meet DHS suitability and Entry on Duty requirements.

Preferred qualifications

• Hands-on experience testing complex websites or web applications against WCAG 2.0 Level A and AA and Section 508 requirements.
• Experience with manual keyboard testing, screen readers, browser developer tools, color-contrast tools, and DHS Trusted Tester reporting artifacts.
• Experience writing actionable defects with clear steps, evidence, applicable success criteria, and remediation guidance.
• Federal Government or DHS accessibility-testing experience.