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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Test Automation Lead - **Company:** TISTA Science and Technology Corporation - **Location:** Rockville, MD, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $92,300.0 - $166,850.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cerner, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Software as a Service, Software Quality, Information Systems, Continuous Integration, Data Migration, DevOps, M Programming Language, Fortify (Software), Requirements Traceability, Selenium, Software Engineering, Test Data, Test Execution Engine, Strategies of Testing, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Data Logging, Performance Testing, Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources, Test Scripts, Cypress (Programming Language), Gitlab, Integration Tests, Information Technology, Health Level Seven International, Devsecops, Human in the Loop, Service Stack, Legacy Systems, Jenkins, Servicenow - **Published:** October 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/usc23bfcfa4e30af8e83f60dbbc0bb1e02/eaa ## About the Role * 10+ years in software quality engineering, including at least 5 years leading test automation for multiple Agile teams on federal IT programs. * 5+ years of hands-on experience designing reusable test automation frameworks integrated into CI/CD pipelines (using tools like Selenium, Cypress, Jenkins, and GitLab) for regression, API, and performance testing. * Proven ability to test across diverse technology stacks, spanning legacy systems (e.g., VistA/MUMPS), SaaS platforms (Nuvolo, ServiceNow), cloud-hosted workloads, and complex healthcare interfaces (HL7, FHIR). * Deep expertise in managing strict defect lifecycles, enforcing release readiness gates, and building bi-directional Requirements Traceability Matrices using Jira, Xray, and the VA Quality Manager tool. * Extensive experience ensuring compliance by coordinating security vulnerability scans (e.g., Fortify, WASA) and conducting Section 508/WCAG 2.0 accessibility testing using automated tools and assistive technologies. * Skilled in supporting all phases of deployment, including User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Initial Operating Capability (IOC) validation, post-deployment hypercare, and managing PHI/PII-safe synthetic test data. * Highly desired background includes specific VA supply chain experience (e.g., Maximo, IFCAP), Oracle Health EHR integration testing, data migration testing, and past Key Personnel designation. * Preferred experience with modern engineering practices, including tracking Agile/DORA metrics, supporting ATO/A&A activities, and validating AI-generated test scripts with human-in-the-loop governance. * Strong core competencies in quality leadership, cross-team collaboration, analytical problem-solving, and clear communication, all driven by a focus on the VA/VHA mission. Certifications: * ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level with Agile Tester extension (CTFL-AT), SAFe Practitioner (SP), SAFe Agilist (SA), or SAFe DevOps (SDP). Education: * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related field. * Master's degree preferred. Clearance: * Tier 2 / Moderate Risk Background Investigation; ability to obtain a VA PIV credential. ## Description TISTA is seeking a Test Automation Lead to support the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Supply Chain Management DevSecOps program. This role will partner with VA stakeholders and Agile delivery teams to translate business needs into clear, actionable requirements supporting supply chain and logistics solutions., TISTA associates enjoy above Industry Healthcare Benefits, Remote Working Options, Paid Time Off, Training/Certification opportunities, Healthcare Savings Account & Flexible Savings Account, Paid Life Insurance, Short-term & Long-term Disability, 401K Match, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Holidays, Military Leave, and much more! Responsibilities * Serve as the primary accountable leader for overall test strategy, automation, and release quality, directing QA teams and representing the organization during VA release readiness reviews. * Define and maintain comprehensive testing strategies-covering functional, security, performance, and accessibility testing-while developing formal Test Plans using VA-approved tools. * Build and maintain a reusable test automation framework using approved tools (like Selenium, Cypress, and CI/CD pipelines) to ensure breaking changes fail before promotion. * Develop and maintain a Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM) to guarantee complete bi-directional alignment between agile requirements, test cases, defects, and validation evidence. * Manage the end-to-end defect lifecycle by logging issues within one business day and strictly enforcing resolution timelines (e.g., 5 days for Critical defects, 10 days for High). * Control the release quality gate by ensuring at least 95% test execution, zero unaccepted critical/high defects or vulnerabilities, and supporting the strict 10-day error-free Initial Operating Capability (IOC) period. * Lead Section 508 accessibility testing for all deliverables and closely coordinate with security teams to validate vulnerability scans and remediation evidence. * Mentor QA staff, conduct technical interviews to build a strong talent bench, and support business development by contributing quality engineering metrics and strategies to proposals. * Advance corporate innovation by optimizing reusable testing frameworks, validating AI-generated test scripts, and leading the internal quality engineering community of practice., The Leidos Health & Civil Sector is seeking a Test & Validation Engineer Lead to support the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Cancer Institute (NCI), Center for Biomed… + 21 hours ago ## Related Videos - [GitOps for the people](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/461-gitops-for-the-people) - [GitLab CI pipelines for a whole company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/143-gitlab-ci-pipelines-for-a-whole-company) - [SMART Test Automation - the experience of legacy transformation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100215-smart-test-automation-the-experience-of-legacy-transformation) - [Enabling automated 1-click customer deployments with built-in quality and security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/83-enabling-automated-1-click-customer-deployments-with-built-in-quality-and-security) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Continuous testing - run automated tests for every change!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/190-continuous-testing-run-automated-tests-for-every-change) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence) - [What is a Test Plan: Guide to Test Planning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/191-what-is-a-test-plan-guide-to-test-planning) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers)