System Tester

Scientific Research Corporation • North Charleston, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Configuring, securing, and maintaining Windows and Linux test environments in support of NIWC Atlantic projects. Assisting in the management of project test beds and network devices, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of local test support infrastructure. Developing, updating, and executing system/software test plans, procedures, and test cases aligned with contract requirements, and stakeholder expectations. Maintaining and executing test plans and procedures supporting 30‑day security updates and other required software patches. Performing rigorous system‑level functional, regression, integration, and environmental testing to validate system behavior following updates and configuration changes. Reproducing, documenting, and troubleshooting issues encountered during testing. Working closely with software developers and systems engineers to diagnose root causes, verify fixes, and support timely resolution. Developing and maintaining SME‑level understanding of assigned systems, equipment, and software to support effective test design and execution. Supporting application of DoD cybersecurity requirements, including execution of approved vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., SCAP, Nessus, ACAS) and verification of security patching. Preparing and maintaining test reports, discrepancy reports, and compliance artifacts required for system accreditation and government review. Participating in CM and QA activities in accordance with program and NIWC Atlantic standards. Supporting field testing, on‑site events, and government‑led training/exercise activities, including occasional CONUS and OCONUS travel, while adhering to all safety, security, and contractual requirements. Contributing to continuous process improvement, including enhancements to test methodologies, automation, and metrics.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from a regionally accredited institution
• At least three years of IT professional experience overseeing the creation of hybrid software, web, and hardware products from initial specifications to final rollout and maintenance
• Direct experience integrating various network operating systems, application programs, and hardware devices through system specification, design, coding, testing, and maintenance support
• Demonstrated experience in system and/or software verification and validation, including formal test execution, troubleshooting, and maintenance of secure test environments (Windows and Linux)
• Experience developing and executing system/software test plans, test procedures, and test cases, and producing compliance documentation in accordance with DoD and/or NIWC Atlantic standards
• Working knowledge of DoD cybersecurity requirements, including use of vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., SCAP, Nessus, ACAS) and support to patch / 30‑day security update processes
• Familiarity with test bed and network device management, including configuration and troubleshooting of Linux‑ and Windows‑based test support systems
• Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills—able to clearly report test results and effectively collaborate with engineering, software development, logistics, and program management staff
• Demonstrated ability to rapidly learn complex systems and become a SME on assigned project equipment and software

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Engineering or a closely related technical field
• More than five years of relevant experience supporting DoD and/or NIWC Atlantic test and evaluation efforts
• Experience working within Agile/SCRUM development environments, including support to sprint planning, execution, and build/release demonstrations
• Hands‑on experience with COTS/GOTS test tools and environments, automated regression test frameworks, or Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V) activities
• Knowledge of current DoD information assurance and cybersecurity best practices, including RMF processes and security control validation

Responsibilities

• Configuring, securing, and maintaining Windows and Linux test environments in support of NIWC Atlantic projects
• Assisting in the management of project test beds and network devices, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of local test support infrastructure
• Developing, updating, and executing system/software test plans, procedures, and test cases aligned with contract requirements, and stakeholder expectations
• Maintaining and executing test plans and procedures supporting 30‑day security updates and other required software patches
• Performing rigorous system‑level functional, regression, integration, and environmental testing to validate system behavior following updates and configuration changes
• Reproducing, documenting, and troubleshooting issues encountered during testing
• Working closely with software developers and systems engineers to diagnose root causes, verify fixes, and support timely resolution
• Developing and maintaining SME‑level understanding of assigned systems, equipment, and software to support effective test design and execution
• Supporting application of DoD cybersecurity requirements, including execution of approved vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., SCAP, Nessus, ACAS) and verification of security patching
• Preparing and maintaining test reports, discrepancy reports, and compliance artifacts required for system accreditation and government review
• Participating in CM and QA activities in accordance with program and NIWC Atlantic standards
• Supporting field testing, on‑site events, and government‑led training/exercise activities, including occasional CONUS and OCONUS travel, while adhering to all safety, security, and contractual requirements
• Contributing to continuous process improvement, including enhancements to test methodologies, automation, and metrics

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision plans
• 401(k) with a company match
• life insurance
• vacation and sick paid time off accruals starting at 10 days of vacation and 5 days of sick leave annually
• 11 paid holidays
• tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level