Test Automation Engineer

About Us

Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.

SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals starting at 10 days of vacation and 5 days of sick leave annually, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Requirements

• Minimum three (3) years of experience in relevant technical field, to include:
  • Knowledge and deployment of CI/CD pipeline and workflow automation testing, preferably with GITLAB
  • Familiarity with Ansible automation capabilities and playbook creation

• This position requires DoD 8570.1 IAT Level II certifications:

  • Must have one of the following security certifications: CSEC, Security+, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP

Desired Skills

• Demonstrated experience with integrating CI/CD pipeline and workflow automation within GITLAB or an equivalent tool
• Experience with writing Ansible playbooks for automating test workflows
• Broad and in-depth experience with cybersecurity engineering and general systems engineering principles
• Familiarity with technical writing, with respect to technical system documentation, testing methodologies, requirements analysis and test reports
• Experience utilizing DISA STIGs to harden and secure Linux systems
• Knowledge of the RMF process and supporting deliverables is a plus
• Design, testing and validation experience on DoD-deployed systems
• Have a solid understanding of current operating system security design best practices
• A Linux (RHCSA or Linux+) or equivalent CI/CD tool certification is highly encouraged

Description

As a member of the NS IPT SHARKCAGE Engineering Team the Test Automation Engineer will primarily provide engineering analysis, testing and evaluation support, and verifying DCO capabilities in support of SHARKCAGE Build 2. 

• Installing, configuring and maintaining SHARKCAGE lab components related to automation
• Configuring automation scripts and playbooks to automate installation and administration tasks, as well as test events and gathering test data
• Assisting with site support as needed for deployed SHARKCAGE systems with respect to automation capabilities
• Assisting with site installations as needed for new SHARKCAGE deployments or upgrades

#LI-SF1

Clearance Information

SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE SECRET LEVEL WITH TOP SECRET ELIGIBILITY

Travel Requirements

• Opportunities for travel

Diversity & Inclusion

We strongly believe in the abundance of differences among individuals. We value different points of view and appreciate diverse perspectives. We truly believe this is what makes our organization inclusive and more responsive to the needs of our diverse customers.

EEO

Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate in employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability or protected veteran status.Scientific Research Corporation endeavors to make www.scires.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact jobs@scires.com for assistance. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.