Test Engineer (Cybersecurity)

TL;DR

Test Engineer (Cybersecurity): Building and executing comprehensive test suites for enterprise cybersecurity systems with an accent on functional, regression, and automated testing. Focus on improving automated test coverage, maintaining technical documentation, and ensuring high-quality user experiences within a fast-paced Agile environment.

Location: Must be based in the United States (McLean, VA). Role may require occasional in-person work at Booz Allen or customer facilities.

Salary: $62,000–$141,000 (annualized USD).

Company

A global consulting and technology firm specializing in advanced analytics, engineering, and cybersecurity solutions.

What you will do

• Develop and execute test cases, scripts, and automated tests for web-based cybersecurity systems.
• Perform functional, regression, integration, and user acceptance testing.
• Create and maintain technical documentation including test plans, reports, and user guides.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support A&A, training, and system go-lives.
• Improve automated test coverage and system functionality validation.
• Ensure high-quality user experiences through detailed troubleshooting and requirements gathering.

Requirements

• Secret clearance required.
• Must be based in the United States.
• 2+ years of experience in software testing, QA, and requirements gathering for web-based systems.
• 2+ years of experience with Agile development and tools like JIRA, Confluence, and GitHub.
• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Information Technology, Systems Engineering, or Information Systems.

Nice to have

• Experience with programming and scripting languages.
• Knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF), A&A processes, and CMMC.
• DoD 8570 IAT II Certification (e.g., Security+, Network+, CEH, or CISSP) required within 2 months of start.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health, life, disability, and retirement benefits.
• Paid leave and professional development opportunities.
• Tuition assistance and work-life programs.
• Recognition awards program for exceptional performance.
• Collaborative, people-first culture with support for total well-being.