DHS Section 508 Trusted Tester (QA Specialist)

Company: Global Security Services (GSS)

Location: Remote / Hybrid (Must be U.S. based to obtain clearance)

Clearance Requirement: Ability to obtain a Tier 1 (NACI) Background Investigation

About the Role: Global Security Services is looking for a certified DHS Section 508 Trusted Tester to serve as the primary accessibility and quality assurance lead on a federal contract supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). You will play a critical role in maintaining our schedule efficiency by conducting internal accessibility reviews and ensuring rapid compliance approvals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review, test, and certify all deliverables intended for public consumption prior to implementation, including web-based courseware, flyers, and workbooks.
• Expedite project progress by acting as the internal compliance authority, eliminating schedule delays associated with waiting for the VA 508 Office to conduct reviews.
• Test all course Graphical User Interface (GUI) mock-ups, including color and contrast choices, for Section 508 compliance prior to submission to the government.
• Ensure courseware operates flawlessly across devices within a responsive design (RWD) environment while maintaining accessibility standards.

Mandatory Qualifications:

• Certification: Must hold an active, verifiable DHS Section 508 Trusted Tester certification.
• Experience: Proven background in testing HTML5 and responsive web design deliverables for federal accessibility compliance.
• Security: Must successfully pass a Tier 1 (NACI) background check to obtain VA network access.

Work Location: Remote