Manual Tester, QA Analyst

Ignite IT - Innovation & Technology

Manual Tester/QA Analyst executing testing for enterprise applications in support of U.S. Customs and Border Protection's national security operations.

Posted 5/26/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

- Execute manual functional, integration, regression, and user acceptance testing for enterprise web applications and services
- Develop and maintain test cases, test scenarios, and test documentation based on business requirements and user stories
- Conduct exploratory and ad hoc testing to identify application defects, usability concerns, and edge-case issues
- Support recurring automated regression and environment validation test runs by reviewing results, documenting issues, and coordinating with development teams
- Perform API testing using Postman, including request/response validation and test data generation
- Validate backend system functionality and application data using SQL queries and database testing techniques
- Assist in developing and implementing quality control methodologies to ensure compliance with QA standards, guidelines, and procedures
- Participate in formal and informal reviews throughout the software development lifecycle
- Support basic Section 508 accessibility testing activities and document accessibility-related findings
- Track, document, and retest defects using Agile lifecycle and defect management tools
- Collaborate with Scrum teams during sprint planning, backlog refinement, standups, and release activities
- Support version control and configuration management activities using Git and GitLab
- Assist with test evidence collection and documentation required for audits, compliance reviews, and release approvals
- Communicate testing status, risks, and defect trends to project stakeholders and team leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
- U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a DHS Public Trust clearance
- 4+ years of experience performing manual software testing in enterprise or government environments
- Experience with functional, regression, integration, and user acceptance testing methodologies
- Experience performing API testing using Postman or similar tools
- Experience writing and executing SQL queries for backend data validation and database testing
- Familiarity with Git, GitLab, or similar version control platforms
- Experience documenting defects, test results, and validation activities
- Knowledge of QA methodologies, test plans, test cycles, and software release processes
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience supporting DHS, CBP, or other federal government programs
- Familiarity with automated testing concepts and recurring regression test suites
- Experience with Jira, Confluence, or similar Agile management tools
- Understanding of REST APIs, JSON, and XML
- Familiarity with CI/CD concepts and release validation processes
- Exposure to Section 508 accessibility standards and testing practices
- Basic windows command-line knowledge or scripting experience is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance

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Hard Skills & Tools

manual testingfunctional testingregression testingintegration testinguser acceptance testingAPI testingSQL queriesdatabase testingquality control methodologiesAgile methodologies

Soft Skills

analytical skillstroubleshooting skillsproblem-solving skillswritten communicationverbal communicationindependent workcollaborative work

Certifications

Bachelor's degreeDHS Public Trust clearance