Role & seniority: Senior Software Quality Assurance Engineer (12-month contract; potential conversion to permanent for qualified candidates)

Stack/tools: On-prem testing of software suite and third-party devices; network security products (firewall, IDS/IPS, SIEM); network gear (Cisco/Juniper/HPE); Linux; Python; SQL; databases; VMware/Hyper-V/KVM; Ansible (automation); familiarity with Java a plus

Top 3 responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain manual and automated test suites; translate system requirements to test cases
Execute end-to-end, integration, sanity testing; analyze and report defects to improve conformance, stability, and supportability
Collaborate with product, development, and QA peers; test defect fixes and new functionality; document test scenarios, use-cases, and design/technical docs

Must-have skills

5–7+ years in software QA, focused on network and endpoint security
Experience testing network security products and familiarity with network devices (Cisco/Juniper/HPE)
Linux, Python, SQL; debugging/troubleshooting skills; strong communication and collaboration
Ability to quickly learn new technologies

Nice-to-haves

Experience with virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V, KVM)
Automation platforms and scripting (Ansible)
Networking knowledge (TCP/IP, DNS, SMTP, SNMP, DHCP, 802.1x); experience with Windows domain environments; sniffer-based monitoring

Location & work type

Plano, TX; on-site requ

Full Description

12 month contract with possibility of conversion to perm for qualified candidates

Pay $65hr depending on experience

location: Plano TX- Must work 3 days a week on site- no exceptions (collaborative team environment)

What will you do?

Testing on-prem solution software suite along with third party devices including

Network/Switch devices
Endpoint compliance
Software integrations
Design, develop and maintain manual and automated test suites
Analyze and report defects on software to improve conformance, stability, and supportability
Execute end-to-end-testing (manual/automated), integration testing, sanity testing and creating documents, use-cases, design and other technical documents.
Test defect fixes and new functionality as required
Work closely with product, development, and other quality assurance engineers on testing processes and execution.
Translate system requirements and specs to test cases

Professional Skills

Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in software quality assurance in network and endpoint security
Experience testing network security product like firewall, intrusion prevention systems, and SIEM solution, are highly desirable
Experience with Cisco, Juniper, and or HPE network devices is recommended.
Hands-on experience with Linux, Python, SQL and database with working knowledge of Java a plus
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot software and network issues logically and analytically.
Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies
Excellent communication and collaborative skills
Skilled in troubleshooting and debugging techniques
Experience with VMware, Hyper-V, and KVM is recommended.
Experience with automation platforms and script development recommended (Ansible)

Networking

Good understanding of TCP/IP
Knowledge in protocols (DNS, SMTP, SNMP, DHCP, 802.1 x)
Familiar with network equipment configuration (Switch, Router)
Windows-based networks with domain management a plus
Low-level network monitoring and sniffing (sniffers experience)

Benefits offered for contract positions

Plano Texas - Hybrid- Senior Systems testing/Network Quality Assurance- End Point/Network / Server side $65hr