Section 508 Compliance Tester (Remote in Washington DC or Dallas TX area only) - Maximus

We are seeking a Section 508 Compliance Tester to join our team supporting an Internal Revenue Service (IRS) client.

* Position is contingent on contract award.

Location of work is primarily remote. Candidates must be near IRS Federal Buildings in Farmers Branch, TX, Washington DC or Lanham, MD to attend meetings when needed.

- Ensure 508 compliance with automation testing requirements, to ensure all automations meet a baseline standard set by the organization.

- Ensure 508 compliance for all code and documentation to meet the IRS' audit artifacts requirements.

- Ensure testing activities are planned, executed, and reported in adherence to IRS Section 508 testing standards and policies.

- Support analysis of requirements to identify acceptance test criteria.

- Analyze application design, interface, and database design documentation to identify key use cases for Section 508 testing focus.

- Design and execute comprehensive accessibility web testing by using a broad range of tools, including but not limited to Web accessibility tool bar (WAT), Axe, FireEyes, JAWS, NVDA, WAVE, ZoomText, WindowEyes, Dragon Naturally Speaking,

- Create accessible documents using standard software such as Adobe Professional, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Power Point, and Microsoft Excel.

- Prepare, test, and analyze documents to ensure compliance with Section 508 requirements.

- Log and monitor defects using defect tracking and reporting tool such as Rational Team Concert or Jira.

- Develop summary matrix of test results

- Submit and track defects and issues to closure with the system owner.

- Ensure all test activities are defined and updated as needed in project schedules

- Prepare and maintain deliverables including test plans, test cases, project test progress reports and test schedules.

- Stay current on Section 508 policy and federal agency accessibility checklists.

- Participate in Agile scrum team activities including daily standup, release planning, sprint planning and end of sprint ceremonies.

- Contribute in a meaningful way to customer goals and initiatives to increase quality and efficiency of test processes.

- Support developing and updating project schedules to allow tracking of project activities.

- Support documenting testing strategies and results within the assigned project(s).

- Document specifications for extremely complex computer network security/protection technologies for IRS information and network systems/applications.

- Work alone and with teams comprised of the primary client and other client stakeholders dispersed across geographical sites.

- Provide status reports, attend meetings and take/distribute minutes.

Project Minimum Requirements:

- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university required. An additional four (4) years of related experience may substitute for degree.

- At least ten (10) years of testing experience required.

- At least five (5) years of experience with hands on 508 testing of web applications.

- At least two (2) years of demonstrable experience within federal projects.

- Experience using one or more of the following: JAWS, Dragon.

- Knowledge of and experience working with Agile principles and methods.

- Experience with reviewing, analyzing, and coordinating project documentation.

- Experience with reviewing/analyzing requirements.

- Proven ability to work on and with teams comprised of the primary client and other client stakeholders dispersed across geographical sites.

- Preferred qualifications and experience include: 508 training certifications; experience with ServiceNow.; experience with IRS projects and knowledge of IRMs.

Additional Requirements as per contract/client:

- Candidates must meet requirements to obtain and maintain a Federal Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) clearance.

- Candidates must be a US Citizen or a Legal Permanent Resident (Green Card status) for 3 years and be Federal Tax compliant.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform systems analysis, documenting and executing testing, and defect tracking.
- Coordinate with IPT members to execute and document test activities.
- Provide direction, guidance and mentoring to other project testing team members.
- Lead and coordinate meetings with the team and client.
- Help in establishing and standardizing project processes, develop uniformity and consistency across testing teams.
- Participate in proposal writing.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree and 7-10 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

EEO Statement

Active military service members, their spouses, and veteran candidates often embody the core competencies Maximus deems essential, and bring a resiliency and dependability that greatly enhances our workforce. We recognize your unique skills and experiences, and want to provide you with a career path that allows you to continue making a difference for our country. We're proud of our connections to organizations dedicated to serving veterans and their families. If you are transitioning from military to civilian life, have prior service, are a retired veteran or a member of the National Guard or Reserves, or a spouse of an active military service member, we have challenging and rewarding career opportunities available for you. A committed and diverse workforce is our most important resource. Maximus is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Maximus provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disabled status.

Pay Transparency

Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.