Senior QA Tester

Senior Quality Assurance TesterITility is seeking a talented and mission-focused Senior Quality Assurance Tester to join our Application Operations team in support of a mission-critical enterprise modernization contract with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). This role directly supports AWS-hosted enterprise applications that enable the secure processing of recruit candidates entering the U.S. Armed Forces across geographically dispersed sites nationwide. The systems and applications you will test and validate directly support this mission — ensuring every recruit is processed accurately, securely, and without interruption across a nationwide network of military entrance processing locations. This is a hybrid role with an expectation of 3 days onsite in Waukegan, IL, and 2 days remote per week.Key ResponsibilitiesTest Planning & StrategyManual & Automated TestingAgile DevSecOps IntegrationDefect Management & ReportingCustomer Service & CollaborationMentorship & Quality AdvocacyRequired QualificationsUS Citizenship requiredCompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent (DoD 8570/8140 IAT II)8+ years of professional experience in Software Quality Assurance.5+ years of experience as a Tester performing automated scripting using Java and Selenium framework.Candidate should have a working knowledge with an automation framework (e.g., Behavior Driven Development (BDD) or Test NG)Knowledge of incorporating automation reporting tools (e.g., Cucumber)Familiarity with deployment tools like Jenkins and exposure working in AWS environments.2+ years of knowledge working with performance tools (e.g., JMeter)2+ years of experience on REST API testing with tools (e.g., POSTMAN)Must have knowledge of SQL for validating Database objectsMinimum of 2+ years on an Agile Software Development team deploying bi-weekly SprintsCandidate should be able to mentor junior candidates on testing and as well automationReporting defects in Jira or similar tools and providing risk management to the management team.Provide feedback and develop knowledge base in tools like confluence pages.Preferred QualificationsActive Secret clearance (or higher)Direct experience supporting DoD enterprise mission applicationsExperience with performance and load testing tools such as JMeter, Gatling, or equivalentBackground in security testing practices, including OWASP methodologies and vulnerability validationExperience with behavior-driven development (BDD) frameworks such as Cucumber or SpecFlowFamiliarity with additional test management platforms such as Zephyr or TestRailPrior experience in a senior or lead QA role on a DoD or federal government IT programISTQB Certified Tester – Foundation Level (CTFL)Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field preferred.Work EnvironmentRequired to dress appropriately for the job environment, including adherence to safety, security, and site-specific dress standards. Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing computer-based tasks. Requires sustained use of hands and fingers for keyboarding, writing, and operation of standard office equipment, as well as frequent verbal communication, active listening, and visual acuity to perform job responsibilities effectively. Occasional movement around the office, including climbing stairs.