Software Tester

SkyePoint Decisions is a leading provider of cybersecurity architecture and engineering, critical infrastructure and operations, and applications development and maintenance IT services. Headquartered in Dulles, Virginia, with operations across the U.S., we deliver innovative enterprise-wide solutions and targeted services addressing complex challenges faced by our federal government clients.

We empower our clients to deliver their mission efficiently and effectively, anytime, anywhere, securely. Our team combines technical expertise, mission awareness, and an empowered workforce to produce meaningful results.

As a SkyePoint employee, you will have the opportunity to support critical information systems by utilizing your existing cybersecurity skills and talents, as well as those you will learn in your new role.

This is a contingent position based on customer approval.

We are seeking a Software Tester for a contract with the IRS. This is a great opportunity to join a long-standing contract with the IRS.

This person will work a hybrid schedule in Lanham, MD.

• Conduct functional and/or integration testing of multiple programs in an IBM mainframe or client/server environment.
• Support the Internal Revenue Services (IRS) tax processing pipeline and master file systems.
• Use IRS or Contractor-developed documentation to construct test cases with predetermined results and test data to verify program functionality and/or interfaces through assigned systems.
• Review output to determine whether or not the test results fulfill the established requirements, and if necessary, notify the responsible programmers, both verbally and in writing, of errors, omissions, and inconsistencies in the programs and/or documentation.
• Coordinate test activities with project stakeholders.
• Coordinate work assignments to ensure timely and accurate completion of testing.
• Provide inputs on the required testing level of effort for Unified Work Requests.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and 6 years of relevant IT and software testing experience; OR a Master's degree or PhD may be considered in with 2 years of relevant work experience.

Must be able to obtain and maintain IRS Moderate Risk Background Investigation (MBI) Public Trust.

Must be a US Citizen.

Preferred qualifications include:

• IBM Mainframe Unisys Mainframe DB2
• Informatica Business Objects
• Knowledge of current IRS tax administration software applications is a significant plus.
• Amazon Cloud Platform
• Eclipse Java EE for Web Developers
• Automation features for Cloud programs
• Experience with TOAD
• Rational CLM tools (Quality Manager, Team Concert, Doors Next Generation)
• Microsoft (MS) Office Excel, MS Word, MS Project, MS Visio
• CTRL-M (server)
• Adobe Pro
• SecureCRT, SecureFx
• IBM Mainframe (TSO and JCL)
• Java Batch (SpringBatch)

At SkyePoint, we go B.I.G. (beginning in GRATITUDE) by recognizing all we have and giving back to our employees, families, and communities. It instills a positive mindset that permeates all we do. By beginning in gratitude, SkyePoint can continue to spread living in gratitude each day.

We offer several insurance options, including HMO and High Deductible plans with Health Savings Accounts [HSAs], Flex Spending Accounts [FSAs], Full Dental Plans, ST/LT Disability, Life Insurance, floating federal holiday options, and 401k matched.

We also offer a Certificate Incentive Program to promote professional development and recognize employees who obtain new certifications aligned with business needs.

Our flexible work environment allows employees to balance quality work and their personal lives.

The SkyePoint Decisions salary range for this position is a general guideline only. It represents an estimated range for this position and is just one piece of our total compensation package.

Salary at SkyePoint is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work schedule, the candidate's combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability, market data, and business considerations.

In addition to a competitive salary, SkyePoint offers benefits including a certification incentive program, PTO, floating federal holiday options, several insurance options, and 401k matched.

SkyePoint Decisions is an established ISO 9001:2015 and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certified small business and appraised at CMMI Level 3 (with SAM) for Services.

We possess a common vision of excellence and foster a collaborative team culture built upon individual performance and accountability. We invest in our people and systems to create value for our clients. It is the SkyePoint Way. We are grateful for the opportunity to work with exceptional people and give back to the communities we serve.

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SkyePoint Decisions is a participating E-Verify Employer.

U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.