Test Engineer

Accenture Federal Services•Lorton, VA

52d•$86,400 - $176,200•Onsite

About The Position

At Accenture Federal Services, our mission is to help the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer, and improve the lives of its citizens. We are a technology company within the global Accenture network, comprising over 13,000 dedicated individuals. We are united by a shared purpose: to leverage the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. Accenture Federal Services is recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, offering a collaborative and supportive community where employees feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to grow, learn, and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, and industry training. Join us to drive positive, lasting change that advances missions and the government forward.

Requirements

5+ years of related technical experience, including either three years in Windows Server–focused systems administration or three years in system testing with an emphasis on automation.
Experience with Agile development methodologies and software testing processes
Understanding of the various aspects of the system development life cycle (SDLC)
Familiarity with CI/CD processes and version control (GitHub/AzureDevOps)
Experience with Windows Server technologies including Active Directory Domain Services, Group Policy, and PowerShell
Ability to support Microsoft Information Request SAF/AQ Project Order requirements
DOD 8140 baseline certification required upon start
Must have an active TS/SCI security clearance
Must have a valid US passport for citizenship attestation requirements

Nice To Haves

Experience with test automation tools such as Cucumber, Watir, TestComplete, or LoginEnterprise
Working knowledge of testing frameworks including Cypress, Jasmine, Selenium, or Pester
Experience authoring test cases and documenting test results
Experience with CI/CD processes and version control systems (GitHub, Azure DevOps)
Experience working with cloud technologies (Azure experience or AZ‑104 certification is a plus)

Responsibilities

Perform test events including System Integration & Dry Run (SIDR), System Integration Test (SIT), User Acceptance Test (UAT), Site Validation Test, and Mission Acceptance Test.
Conduct formal test reviews such as Test Readiness Reviews and Post‑Test Reviews.
Execute test strategy activities including Requirements Verification & System Validation, Customer Requirements Validation, Test Case Development, Test Incident Identification & Management, Test Incident Reporting (TIR), and Test Metrics Management.
Compile or develop manual and/or automated test cases for the Test Plan.
Identify, document, and prioritize defects in alignment with Test Lead guidance.
Execute tests in accordance with the approved Test Plan.
Prepare and deliver regular test status updates to the Test Lead.
Input test results into applicable test management tools and track execution progress.
Evaluate testing software/tools and recommend alternative solutions as needed.