Senior Test Engineer

The mission of the Lone Wolf program is to support, operate, and maintain the Distributed Continuity Integrated Network - Top Secret Enterprise Services (DCIN-TS ES) which is a DoD-provided, TS/SCI, integrated voice, video, and data, global communications network that facilitates collaboration among senior leaders and key staff. The Lone Wolf program boasts a professional workforce comprised of specialists throughout the Information Technology lifecycle and who contribute to a positive work environment.

The Lone Wolf Team is Mission Focused, Customer Oriented, Process Guided, and Solutions Driven. Candidates interested in joining the team must be critical thinkers, have a strong work ethic, and be able to work independently or as a member of a team in a dynamic environment that supports a critical and rewarding mission. We value candidates who are detail-oriented while also being able to think and react quickly to emerging and unique problem sets. To be successful, you must be able to rapidly adapt and learn how to operate the front and back end of new products and processes. The Team is expected to grow and is looking for people who can apply disciplined processes and provide imaginative solutions that enable the adoption of innovation and emerging technologies that create opportunities for transformative change.

Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities of the Senior Test Engineer include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform comprehensive testing on all hardware and software releases, including evaluating new features, assessing enhancements, identifying vulnerabilities, and verifying the resolution of bugs and defects to ensure overall functionality and performance
• Collaborate closely with hardware vendors to evaluate and plan for the next generation of devices, ensuring that upgrades and replacements are identified and implemented before current devices reach their end-of-life phase
  
  Manage and oversee the patching process by applying Microsoft Security Updates, as well as updating drivers and firmware, while thoroughly verifying their functionality to maintain system security and performance are maintained
• Configure Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and conduct thorough testing to ensure their proper functionality and compliance on IT systems, verifying that security requirements are met, and system integrity is maintained
• Assess and analyze various automated test tools and strategies, providing informed recommendations for the most suitable solutions, and then overseeing their implementation to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of testing processes
• Develop, implement, and carry out comprehensive test and evaluation procedures, ensuring that all system requirements are thoroughly assessed and met, while verifying the system's performance, functionality, and compliance with specified standards
• Conduct thorough testing of peripherals, including printers, laptops, desktops, switches, routers, VoIP phones, scanners, and KVM switches, to evaluate their compatibility and seamless integration across a wide range of products from multiple vendors, ensuring reliable performance and interoperability
• Perform comprehensive testing of next-generation servers, workstations, and laptops to assess their compatibility and seamless integration with our existing baseline software, ensuring that they meet performance, functionality, and interoperability standards
• Develop detailed test plans, test reports, "as-built" guides, and deployment guides, ensuring all documentation is thorough and well-organized. Provide regular status updates to program government leads, presenting the information in a Configuration Control Board (CCB) format for clarity and transparency
• Monitor and track key test execution milestones, ensuring that progress is accurately recorded. Identify and report any issues or risks that may arise, analyzing their potential impact on project timelines and taking proactive measures to mitigate delays or disruptions
• Act as a subject matter expert, offering specialized testing knowledge and expertise to support user requirements for complex to highly complex hardware applications, ensuring that all testing processes are aligned with user needs and industry standards
• Demonstrate creativity and foresight by identifying, preparing, and presenting detailed technical reports and briefings on new concepts and technical directions impacting programs/projects, and defining future technology requirements
• Work closely with fellow engineers throughout the entire process of planning, designing, developing, and testing new technologies, ensuring seamless collaboration to create innovative solutions that meet both technical and user requirements
• Analyze various alternative courses of action, conducting thorough research and evaluation to assess their potential impact, and provide well-informed recommendations based on solid evidence and strategic considerations to guide decision-making
• Collaborate with product owners to gain a deep understanding of the desired capabilities and functionalities of applications, while identifying and defining key testing scenarios to ensure that the product meets both user expectations and technical requirements

Requirements:

• Must have active Top-Secret clearance with SCI or the ability to acquire Top Secret/SCI
• Must have at least 7 years of job-related experience
• Experience with configuration management and software release cycles
• Operational knowledge of Microsoft Windows 2019 Server, Microsoft Windows 10 and 11, Microsoft Exchange, SQL, Active Directory and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
• Familiarity with the following Type 1 hypervisors and applications:
  • VMWare
  • Nutanix
  • Commvault
  • Trellix Antivirus Suite
  • Kiwi Syslog
  • Nessus Scanning Software
  • Splunk
  • Citrix Dell Wyse Management Suit
• Experience testing and administering thin and zero clients
• Must be able to work a 40-hour work week, normally Monday through Friday
• Ability to work overtime during critical peaks and be available to meet last minute requests for overtime if needed
• Ability to travel (5-10%) primarily within 75 miles
• Familiarity with MS Office applications such as Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint, Project and Visio
• Exceptional attention to detail; excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong critical thinking, organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment

Clearance Required:

• Must have active Top-Secret clearance with SCI or TS with the ability to acquire SCI

Minimum Education:

• High School Diploma

Minimum Years of Experience:

• 7 years of relevant experience

Required Certifications:

• Ability to meet or exceed DODD 8140/8570 IAT Level 2 requirements, to include CE certification
• Must have or be able to obtain a Certified Third-Party Risk Professional (CTPRP) certification

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in IT related field
• Experience in COTS or GOTS Application Testing and Integration
• Experience with Ansible and Red Hat Satellite
• Experience with ServiceNow, VMware, or Nutanix
• Understanding of Windows Infrastructure
• Experience with ITIL

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Pay Transparency Verbiage

Amentum's health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Eligible employees and their dependents may elect medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan, and, if eligible, a deferred compensation plan and Executive Deferral Plan. Employees will also receive 17 days of vacation per year, seven paid holidays, plus floating holidays and caregiver leave. Hired applicants will be able to purchase company stock and have the opportunity to receive a performance discretionary bonus.

The base salary range for this position is $165 to $180K. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.