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Test Engineer (Clearance Required)

ICF • Reston, Virginia, United States

remotefull-time

Salary: $98,614 - $167,644 / year

Posted Apr 27, 2026

Role & seniority: ** Test Engineer (QA/UAT) supporting application release validation; ~mid-level** (5+ years experience).

**Stack/tools: **

  • Automation/testing frameworks (unspecified)

  • Jira for defect tracking

  • CI/CD pipelines (continuous testing in Agile)

  • Test artifacts: test plans/cases, execution results, release sign-offs

  • Top 3 responsibilities:

    • Perform UAT and regression/release validation (manual + automated)

    • Develop/maintain automated test scripts and execute test cases

    • Track defects in Jira and verify fixes/release readiness; maintain testing documentation and report status to stakeholders

  • Must-have skills:

    • Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

    • 5+ years in QA/UAT/software testing

    • Experience with test case execution, regression testing, and UAT support

    • Ability to create/maintain test documentation/artifacts

    • Strong analytical, communication, collaboration skills

    • Familiarity with Jira and CI/CD in Agile environments

  • Nice-to-haves:

    • Hands-on experience supporting UAT sign-offs and release validation processes

    • Deeper familiarity with common CI/CD tooling (beyond general pipeline understanding)

  • Location & work type:

    • Fully remote (preference for Washington, DC Metro area)

    • Occasional travel to DC Metro for onsite client meetings

    • Work location monitoring; **no foreign IP access

Full Description

The Work: We are seeking a detail-oriented Test Engineer to support User Acceptance Testing (UAT), automated and regression testing efforts across application releases. This role partners closely with developers, product owners, and business stakeholders to ensure solutions meet functional requirements and are release-ready. Job Location: This is a fully remote role which may require occasional travel to the DC Metro area as needed for onsite client meetings. Preference to candidates located within the Washington, DC Metro area. If you accept this position, you should note that ICF does monitor employee work locations and blocks access from foreign locations/foreign IP addresses, and also prohibits personal VPN connections. What You Will Do: Provide User Acceptance Testing (UAT) support, validating that system requirements are met prior to release Execute manual and automated test cases, including functional, regression, and release validation testing Develop, maintain, and execute automated testing scripts using established testing frameworks Support release validation by verifying defect fixes and confirming readiness for production deployment Identify, document, and track defects using Jira, partnering with development teams through resolution Create and maintain test artifacts, including test plans, test cases, execution results, and release sign-offs Participate in Agile ceremonies and collaborate within CI/CD pipelines to support continuous testing Analyze test results and provide clear status reporting to stakeholders What You Will Bring With You: Active Top Secret clearance, with SCI eligibility 5+ years of experience in QA, UAT, or software testing roles What We Would Like You To Bring With You: Hands-on experience with UAT support, test case execution, and regression testing Experience with automated testing frameworks Proficiency with Jira or similar defect tracking tools Familiarity with CI/CD tools and pipelines in Agile environments Strong experience creating and maintaining test documentation and artifacts Excellent analytical, communication, and collaboration skills #li-cc1 #Indeed #icfcleared #dcsa2026 Working at ICF ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. Candidate AI Usage Policy At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process. However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed. Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $98,614.00 - $167,644.00 Nationwide Remote Office (US99) Need help? We're here: ICFCareerCenter@icf.com About ICF ICF is a global consulting and technology services company with approximately 9,000 employees, but we are not your typical consultants. At ICF, business analysts and policy specialists work together with digital strategists, data scientists and creatives. We combine unmatched industry expertise with cutting-edge engagement capabilities to help organizations solve their most complex challenges. Since 1969, public and private sector clients have worked with ICF to navigate change and shape the future. Learn more at icf.com.

User Acceptance TestingAutomated TestingRegression TestingJiraCI/CD PipelinesTest ArtifactsTest PlansTest CasesAgileSoftware TestingRelease ValidationDefect TrackingAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaborationmulti-location

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