Test Engineer​/QA Controller Security Clearance

Position: Test Engineer/ QA Controller with Security Clearance
Description SAIC is seeking Test Engineers/ QA Controllers to join the Machine-assisted Analytic Rapid-repository System (MARS) Advanced Development Operations (Dev Ops) and Sustainment Support (ADOS) program and provide on-site technical and administrative support to facilitate operations of critical MARS infrastructure and services. This effort focuses on providing a comprehensive set of System/ Software Engineering and IT Services to maintain, sustain, enhance, and improve/ modernize MARS.

This position will be located in the National Capital Region. Please note that this is contingent upon contract award, with an anticipated decision expected by Winter/ Spring 2026. The Test Engineers/ QA Controllers responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
* Conducts detailed testing and quality assurance activities to ensure MARS software and systems meet specified requirements
* Develops comprehensive test plans, cases, and scripts based on the MARS framework
* Executes tests and documents results meticulously. Identifies, logs, and tracks defects through resolution, ensuring compliance with DIA standards
* Collaborates with development teams to communicate findings and suggest improvements
* Ensures compliance with QA standards and best practices
* Participates in developing and implementing automation testing specific to MARS needs
Qualifications
* Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
* One of the following certifications: CND, CompTIA Network+, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Cloud+, Pen Test+, CompTIA Security+, Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP), or Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
* Bachelors degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering and 5 years or more relevant experience (will consider an additional 4+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree)
* Proficiency in developing and executing test plans, conducting quality assurance checks, and ensuring product quality
* Experience in managing test cases, performing defect tracking, and providing test reports
* Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, quality control processes, and test management tools Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.