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Z FEDERAL

<div>Test Engineer (Washington, DC)
Years of Experience: 5+ years of relevant experience
Candidates must have an active Government Agency Public Trust or the ability to obtain one.
Z FEDERAL is seeking a Test Engineer that has knowledge and experience working with engineers to support agile testing process of various applications and systems. This position will support one of our Federal Government customers in Washington, DC.
Responsibilities include but not limited to:<ul><li>
Develop automated tests using Cucumber and Selenium, and/or begin migrating test 
suites to Playwright.</li><li>
Support functional testing for new features and bug fixes.</li><li>
Support regression testing and release validation for each sprint.</li><li>
Support business analysts and engineers developing and refining acceptance criteria.</li></ul>
Minimum Qualifications:<ul><li>
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university, required</li><li>
5+ years of relevant experience</li><li>
Experience building test automating suites using Cucumber specifications and 
Selenium or Playwright.</li><li>
Experience testing applications based on user stories and acceptance criteria</li><li>
Experience with manual testing and managing release verification in an agile 
environment.</li></ul>
Z FEDERAL is a professional services firm located in Greenbelt, MD. Founded in 1983 to provide IT and management consulting services to the Federal Government, we have established a proven track record of reliable performance in the Federal marketplace. Z FEDERAL has a history of long-term commitment to our Federal customers and our employees.
Z FEDERAL offers:<ul><li>
Self-directed 401K and annual company match</li><li>
Up to four weeks of paid time off (PTO)</li><li>
11 paid federal holidays</li><li>
Other forms of leave such as bereavement, jury duty, military leave</li><li>
Full Health Benefits: Medical and Vision, Dental (employee-paid)</li><li>
Life Insurance</li><li>
Short and Long Term Disability, AD&amp;D Insurance</li><li>
Flexible Spending Account (Medical and Dependent Care)</li><li>
Performance-based bonuses</li><li>
Tuition Reimbursement</li><li>
Incentive and referral bonuses</li><li>
Commuter benefits</li><li>
Professional Development and Training</li><li>
Years of Service Reward and Recognition Program</li><li>
</li></ul>Z FEDERAL's commitment to employee growth and development is proven and valued by our staff. We want our employees to excel, grow professionally, and take on increasingly responsible roles.</div>

Test Engineer

<div>About EAB

At EAB, our mission is to make education smarter and our communities stronger. We work with more than 2,800 institutions to drive transformative change through data-driven insights and best-in-class capabilities. From kindergarten to college to career, EAB partners with leaders and practitioners to accelerate progress and drive results across enrollment, student success, institutional strategy, data analytics, and advancement. We work with each partner differently, tailoring our portfolio of research, technology, and marketing and enrollment solutions to meet the unique needs of every leadership team, as well as the students and employees they serve.

At EAB, we serve not only our partner institutions but each other&mdash;that's why we are always working to make sure our employees love their jobs and are invested in their communities. See how we've been recognized for this dedication to our employees by checking out our recent awards.

For more information, visit our careers page.
The Role in Brief:

Senior QA Engineer
As a critical member of the performance technologies quality assurance (QA) team, the Senior QA Engineer is responsible for creating automated software test scenarios in an agile environment for functional, regression, and performance tests for web and mobile based applications. The Senior QA Engineer will validate user interfaces of products built with various technological solutions and ensure the correctness of data flowing through each stage of the product process. Applying strong technical and communication skills, the Senior QA Engineer will collaborate with other QA team members, developers, and business partners while providing testing support throughout the entire development life cycle, in order to deliver high quality products to our partners.

This role may be based out of EAB&rsquo;s Washington, DC office; Richmond, VA office; or open to remote work within the continental U.S.

This opening is not eligible for visa sponsorship at this time; EAB will thus consider candidates who possess U.S. work authorization that does not require employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Primary Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Participate and provide input on features, story requirements, design, estimation, and automation test approach discussions</li>
<li>Own the creation and ongoing maintenance of test automation artifacts
</li><li>Strong experience of automation testing tools/frameworks (Cucumber, Behave, Jmeter); experience building an automation framework</li>
<li>Collaborate with the QA team, development team, and business partners to ensure the scope of tests is comprehensive and aligned with team&rsquo;s quality goals.</li>
<li>Experience with identifying defects and overall defect management using QA tools</li>
<li>Experience collaborating across onsite/offshore teams and managing automation expectations including owning automation QA sign offs for feature releases and frequent patch releases</li>
<li>Demonstrate programming skills and proven experience in Python or Java</li>
<li>Provide input during key sprint team review sessions (e.g., iteration kickoff/retrospectives, release readiness, etc.)</li>
<li>Participate in QA process improvement initiatives and cross-team/company activities
</li></ul>Basic Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent experience</li>
<li>5+ years of direct QA automation experience in a web or mobile development environment</li>
<li>Proven hands-on experience with BDD frameworks and coding languages</li>
<li>Proficiency in mobile automation and experience in creating cross-platform test frameworks and maintaining test suites across Android and iOS</li>
<li>Experience creating comprehensive automated test scenarios, data across multiple levels: feature, integration, and end-to-end</li>
<li>Strong understanding of functional and regression testing for complex workflows</li>
<li>Knowledge of Agile/Scrum development methodologies.</li>
<li>Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., GitLab, etc)</li>
<li>Knowledge of database concepts and proficiency with any RDBMS
</li><li>Familiarity with general programming concepts such as loops, packages, builds, and source control</li>
<li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience collaborating across onshore/offshore teams</li>
<li>Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment</li>
</ul>
Ideal Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Experience working in a cloud-based environment</li>
<li>Exposure to AI or ML-based products, and AI-powered test automation tools (e.g., Testim, mabl, Functionize)</li>
<li>Experience using generative AI to enhance QA productivity (e.g., for test design or data generation)</li>
<li>Familiarity with AI testing principles such as explainability, bias detection, and validation of machine learning outcomes.</li>
<li>Prior exposure to security testing</li>
<li>Knowledge of higher education data and/or university IT systems</li>
<li>Ability to work collaboratively in a results-driven, team-oriented environment</li>
<li>Commitment to embracing a continual learning environment and contributing to a dynamic and welcoming culture of fairness, authenticity, and belonging in support of EAB&rsquo;s mission, values, and aspiration</li>
</ul>
If you&rsquo;ve reached this section of the job description and are unsure of whether to apply, please do! At EAB, we welcome new perspectives and learn from each other&rsquo;s unique experiences. We would encourage you to submit an application if this is a role you would be passionate about doing every day.

Compensation:

The anticipated starting salary (base) range for this role is $85,500 - $115,000 per year. Actual salary varies due to factors that may include but not be limited to relevant experience, skills, and location. At EAB, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the starting salary range for their role.

This hire will additionally be eligible for discretionary bonus or incentive compensation. Variable compensation may depend on various factors, such as individual and organizational performance.

Benefits:

Consistent with our belief that our employees are our most valuable resource, EAB offers a competitive and inclusive benefits package. Our benefits currently include:
<ul>
<li>Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans; dependents and domestic partners eligible</li>
<li>20+ days of PTO annually, in addition to paid firm and floating holidays</li>
<li>Daytime leave policy for community service and flextime for fitness activities (up to 10 hours per month each)</li>
<li>401(k) retirement savings plan with annual discretionary company matching contribution</li>
<li>Health savings account, healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account, and pre-tax commuter plans</li>
<li>Employee assistance program with counseling services and resources available to all employees and immediate family</li>
<li>Wellness programs including gym discounts, incentives to promote healthy living, and family access to the leading app for sleep, meditation, and relaxation</li>
<li>Fertility treatment coverage and adoption or surrogacy assistance</li>
<li>Paid parental leave with phase back to work program for birthing and non-birthing parents</li>
<li>Access to milk shipping service to support nursing employees during business travel</li>
<li>Discounted pet health insurance coverage for dog and cat family members</li>
<li>Company-provided life, AD&amp;D, and disability insurance</li>
<li>Financial wellness resources and membership in a robust employee discount program</li>
<li>Access to employee resource groups, merit-based advancement, and dynamic professional growth opportunities</li>
</ul>
Benefits kick in day one; learn more at eab.com/careers/benefits.

At EAB, we believe that to fulfill our mission to &ldquo;make education smarter and our communities stronger&rdquo; we need team members who bring a diversity of perspectives to the table and are committed to fostering a workplace where each team member is valued, respected, and heard.

To that end, EAB is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we make employment decisions on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. We don&rsquo;t discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

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Senior QA Engineer

JRAD

<div>JRAD is seeking candidates for [a contingent / future] position supporting the [DHS Science and Technology (S&amp;T)]. This position is [Washington DC/ possibly hybrid]. 
Roles/Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Plans, coordinates, and executes test and evaluation (T&amp;E) activities to assess system performance, operational effectiveness, and mission suitability in support of the Department of Homeland Security.</li><li>
Develops and reviews test documentation, including test plans, procedures, scenarios, and evaluation reports, ensuring alignment with program requirements and acquisition guidance.</li><li>
Designs and conducts functional, integration, and operational testing, documenting results and identifying defects, risks, and performance gaps.</li><li>
Analyzes test data using quantitative and qualitative methods to provide actionable insights and support evidence-based decision-making.</li><li>
Collaborates with program managers, engineers, and stakeholders to validate requirements, refine test objectives, and improve system performance.</li><li>
Ensures compliance with DHS acquisition policies, T&amp;E frameworks, and applicable standards, maintaining traceability between requirements and test outcomes.</li><li>
Supports test readiness reviews, operational assessments, and system evaluations, providing recommendations to inform milestone decisions.</li><li>
Maintains test artifacts, metrics, and reporting dashboards, ensuring accurate communication of test status, risks, and results to leadership.</li></ul> 
Required Skills and Education:<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree at least 3 years&rsquo; experience</li><li>
Engineering (or technical) experience</li><li>
Excellent oral and written communications skills</li><li>
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills</li><li>
Preferred qualifications<ul><li>
Advanced degree (MS or PhD)</li><li>
Knowledge of Department of Homeland Security Acquisition and Systems Engineering policy</li></ul></li></ul> 
Security Clearance:<ul><li>
DHS Suitability</li><li>
Secret</li></ul> 
When you work for JRAD you will never be just a number. We put people before profits! 
JRAD is committed to the health and well-being of its employees. We offer more paid time off than the average company upon hire and the following benefits are available to all full-time employees:<ul><li>
Health Insurance</li><li>
Dental Insurance</li><li>
Vision Insurance</li><li>
Life &amp; Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance</li><li>
Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical &amp; dependent day care</li><li>
Disability Insurance</li><li>
401K Plan</li><li>
Tuition Reimbursement</li></ul> 
JRAD is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. 
The JRAD salary range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. There are many factors considered when determining the compensation provided in an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to position responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and contract terms and conditions. 
PLEASE NOTE: Once you apply, to ensure you continue to receive important updates on your application and status, please add JRAD to your approved email list and/or check your spam and junk mail often for updates.</div>

Test Analyst

Blackrock Strategy

<div>ABOUT BLACKROCK STRATEGY, INC.
Blackrock Strategy, Inc. (BrS) is a Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) delivering tailored solutions to government and commercial clients. Our expertise spans the Department of War, Intelligence Community, private equity, high-net-worth individuals, and business leaders.
Our mission is to optimize resources, reduce risk, and protect our clients&rsquo; interests through expert assessments and proactive strategies. We deliver solutions that enhance safety, resilience, and mission effectiveness in complex environments.
At Blackrock Strategy, Inc., we invest in our people. You will work on meaningful, high-impact efforts alongside a team that values critical thinking, collaboration, and ownership. 
POSITION OVERVIEW
Blackrock Strategy, Inc. is seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer to provide senior-level technical leadership supporting cyberspace test, evaluation, and capability development efforts.
This role sits at the intersection of cyber engineering, test &amp; evaluation, and operational experimentation, supporting the integration and assessment of advanced cyber capabilities within government mission environments.
You will support the Prototyping &amp; Experiments Technical and Engineering Support effort for Washington Headquarters Services (WHS), Acquisition Directorate (AD), working directly with government stakeholders to evaluate emerging technologies and inform mission-critical decisions.
This position is contingent upon contract award. 
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE<ul><li>
Cyber capabilities are effectively tested, validated, and transitioned into operational environments</li><li>
Technical assessments clearly identify system performance, risks, and operational feasibility</li><li>
Emerging cyber technologies are successfully integrated into test and mission environments</li><li>
Stakeholders receive clear, actionable insight into system effectiveness and tradeoffs</li><li>
Test and evaluation activities directly inform acquisition and operational decisions</li><li>
Cross-functional teams operate with alignment across engineering, testing, and mission execution</li><li>
Risks and performance gaps are identified early and mitigated before impacting delivery</li></ul> 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES<ul><li>
Provide senior-level technical leadership across cyber engineering and cyberspace test &amp; evaluation efforts</li><li>
Support analysis, assessment, demonstration, testing, and experimentation of cyber capabilities</li><li>
Support research, development, integration, and testing of innovative technologies for offensive and defensive cyber operations</li><li>
Evaluate and validate system and sensor performance, effectiveness, and operational feasibility</li><li>
Recommend and support assessments to determine system performance and associated risks</li><li>
Support integration of emerging cyber capabilities into operational and test environments</li><li>
Coordinate with government stakeholders, engineers, and program leadership to align technical execution</li><li>
Support project management activities across complex, multi-disciplinary technical efforts</li><li>
Develop technical documentation, test plans, and assessment reports to support mission objectives</li></ul> 
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>
Active TS/SCI clearance with SAP eligibility</li><li>
15+ years of experience in cyber engineering and cyberspace test &amp; evaluation</li><li>
10+ years of experience supporting project management for technical or cyber-related programs</li><li>
10+ years supporting analysis, assessment, demonstration, testing, and/or experimentation of cyber capabilities</li><li>
Demonstrated experience supporting research, development, integration, and testing of innovative cyber technologies</li><li>
10+ years of experience evaluating and validating system and sensor performance in operational environments</li><li>
Experience recommending assessments to determine system performance and associated risks</li><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related engineering field</li><li>
Must meet certification requirements in accordance with applicable DoD directives and instructions</li><li>
Must possess one or more of the following certifications: 
CISSP, CISM, CISA, CASP+, OSCP, GIAC, or CCSP</li></ul> 
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>
Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) or military programs</li><li>
Experience working in prototyping, experimentation, or emerging technology environments</li><li>
Familiarity with cyber operations in both offensive and defensive contexts</li><li>
Experience supporting high-visibility, government-led technical programs</li></ul> 
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Based in the National Capital Region (NCR), supporting government site operations
Operates in a high-visibility, fast-paced mission environment
Requires frequent interaction with government leadership, engineering teams, and mission stakeholders
Supports complex, multi-organization technical efforts with direct mission impact 
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to clearly communicate complex cyber and technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to prepare executive-level briefings, technical reports, and assessment summaries 
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to evaluate complex cyber systems, analyze technical tradeoffs, and assess operational impact
Capable of identifying risks, performance gaps, and integration challenges across cyber environments
Ability to synthesize technical findings into clear, actionable recommendations for leadership 
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Blackrock Strategy, Inc. is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a workplace free from discrimination. We recruit, hire, and advance qualified individuals based on merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We also take affirmative action to employ and advance veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Vietnam Era Veterans&rsquo; Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Human Resources department at (256) 429-3608.</div>

Principal Cybersecurity Engineer

Makpar Corporation

<div><div><div>Who we are:</div><div></div><div> 
Makpar is a comprehensive professional and technical solutions provider for the Federal government. We combine functional and technical expertise in cloud engineering, data management, cybersecurity and emerging technologies to deliver mission success. We build the right IT solution for government clients by partnering with them to understand their WHAT, WHY, and HOW. Using our signature consulting methodology that we call &ldquo;The Makpar Way,&rdquo; we help agencies navigate the ongoing changes in the Federal technology landscape. We succeed where others fail because of our connected and engaged workforce are dedicated to delivering success for our clients and the American people. 
</div><div></div> 
<div>Our Mission: We solve complex problems for the Federal government to accelerate access to citizen services.</div><div></div><div> 
When it comes to excellence, we deliver. Learn more about our employer brand at makpar.com/careers.</div><div></div> 
Makpar has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Data Engineer. This role requires expertise in Databricks, SQL, and ETL pipelines, with strong experience building scalable data frameworks to support enterprise decision-making.</div>
<div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Key Responsibilities:</h3><div><div><ul>
<li>Build, test, and orchestrate data pipelines in Databricks.</li>
<li>Design and optimize data structures, schemas, and ETL processes.</li>
<li>Translate business use cases into SQL queries, reports, and dashboards.</li>
<li>Manage database objects in development environments without impacting production.</li>
<li>Automate workflows using Databricks Workflows or the Jobs API.</li>
<li>Integrate code into GitHub/GitLab and support CI/CD practices.</li>
<li>Diagnose data gaps/quality issues and design test cases for validation.</li>
<li>Collaborate with developers and analysts to synchronize code and ensure reliability.</li>
</ul></div></div></div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Qualifications</h3><div><div><ul>
<li>Active Secret clearance (required).</li>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or related field.</li>
<li>7+ years of professional experience in data engineering.</li>
<li>Expert-level proficiency in Databricks, Apache Spark, and SQL.</li>
<li>Experience with Kafka, Airflow, or AWS Glue for ETL.</li>
<li>Proficiency in CI/CD pipelines and GitHub/GitLab version control.</li>
<li>Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).</li>
<li>Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and collaboration skills.</li>
</ul></div></div></div></div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Clearance Requirement</h3><div><div><ul>
<li>Active Secret clearance.</li>
</ul></div></div></div></div><div><div>Benefits:</div><div></div><div> 
At Makpar Corporation we understand that we all need to balance work and life &ndash; that is why we have a great benefits package, excellent training and career development opportunities, flexible work schedules along with a generous compensation package. At Makpar, we believe in keeping our employees happy, healthy and engaged. We pride ourselves in providing outstanding benefits, creating environments where employees are encouraged to be themselves, collaborate, and be inquisitive in order to achieve goals.</div><div></div><div> 
Start your career today and be a part of something meaningful!</div><div></div><div> 
Makpar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</div></div>
<div><div>We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.</div></div></div>

Senior Data Engineer

Smithsonian Institution

<div>
 Duties
 
 
 
 The Program/Project Manager has the overall responsibility for project development which includes implementation, close out, acceptance and evaluation.
 
 
 
 
 
 In This Position, You Will:
 
 
 
 
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 Participate with key institution staff in determining project needs, defining project goals and developing project work plans for accomplishing projects.
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 Analyze projects which will determine program requirements, activities and functions.
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 Prepare and maintain a project management plan for each project containing the design and construction project work plan and schedule.
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 Coordinate design of current and future assigned facility projects.
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 Review and document construction performance in relation to original contract award amount and completion time.
 
 
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 Requirements
 
 
 
 Conditions of employment
 
 
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 Pass Pre-employment Background Investigation.
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 May need to complete a Probationary Period.
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 Maintain a Bank Account for Direct Deposit/Electronic Transfer.
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 Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with Selective Service.
 
 
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 Conditions of Employment
 
 
 
 Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
 
 
 For information on qualification requirements, see
 
 Qualification Standards Handbook for
 
 
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 Additional Requirement
 
 
 
 
 
 All qualified applicants must be registered and have an active state or District of Columbia professional architect or engineering license. A copy of your active license must be submitted as part of your application package.
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 Basic Qualifications:
 
 
 
 
 For General Engineer:
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Degree: professional engineering. To be acceptable, the curriculum must: (1) be in a school of engineering with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) as a professional engineering curriculum; or (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics.
 
 
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 OR
 
 
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 Combination of education and experience -- college-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying professional engineering, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering. The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by one of the following: 1. Professional registration -- Current registration as a professional engineer by any State, the District of Columbia, Guam, or Puerto Rico. 2. Written Test -- 3. Specified academic courses. 4. Related curriculum
 
 
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 For Architecture:
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Degree: architecture; or related field that included 60 semester hours of course work in architecture or related disciplines of which at least (1) 30 semester hours were in architectural design, and (2) 6 semester hours were in each of the following: structural technology, properties of materials and methods of construction, and environmental control systems.
 
 
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 Combination of education and experience -- college-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the arts and sciences underlying professional architecture, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the architectural principles, methods, and techniques and their applications to the design and construction or improvement of buildings. The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by at least one of the following: 1. Related Curriculum: Degree in architectural engineering may be accepted as satisfying in full the basic requirements, provided the completed course work in architectural engineering provided knowledge, skills, and abilities substantially equivalent to those provided in the courses specified in paragraph A. 2. Experience: An applicant lacking a degree in architecture must have had l year of experience in an architect's office or in architectural work for each year short of graduation from a program of study in architecture. In the absence of college courses, 5 years of such experience is required. This experience must have demonstrated that the applicant has acquired a thorough knowledge of the fundamental principles and theories of professional architecture.
 
 
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 Experience:
 
 
 
 
 
 In addition to the basic qualification requirement above:
 
 
 
 
 GS-14
 
 : You qualify for this position if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the
 
 GS-13
 
 level in the Federal Service or comparable pay band system.
 
 For this position specialized experience is defined
 
 
 as
 
 
 experience planning, managing and providing overall responsibility for architectural or engineering projects; and directing, controlling, developing, implementing and evaluating all aspects of an architectural project, including financial obligations.
 
 
 
 Your resume must be no more than two (2) pages and should clearly demonstrate how your experience aligns with the responsibilities and specialized experience required for this position. Do not copy language directly from the vacancy announcement, as you will be deemed ineligible for consideration. Instead, provide detailed, descriptive information about your actual experience.
 
 
 Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
 
 
 Part-time and/or unpaid experience related to this position will be considered to determine the total number of years and months of experience. Be sure to note the number of paid or unpaid hours worked each week.
 
 
 Education
 
 
 
 
 For General Engineer:
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Degree: professional engineering. To be acceptable, the curriculum must: (1) be in a school of engineering with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) as a professional engineering curriculum; or (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 OR
 
 
 
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 Combination of education and experience -- college-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying professional engineering, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering. The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by one of the following: 1. Professional registration -- Current registration as a professional engineer by any State, the District of Columbia, Guam, or Puerto Rico. 2. Written Test -- 3. Specified academic courses. 4. Related curriculum
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 For Architecture:
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Degree: architecture; or related field that included 60 semester hours of course work in architecture or related disciplines of which at least (1) 30 semester hours were in architectural design, and (2) 6 semester hours were in each of the following: structural technology, properties of materials and methods of construction, and environmental control systems.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 OR
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Combination of education and experience -- college-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the arts and sciences underlying professional architecture, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the architectural principles, methods, and techniques and their applications to the design and construction or improvement of buildings. The adequacy of such background must be demonstrated by at least one of the following: 1. Related Curriculum: Degree in architectural engineering may be accepted as satisfying in full the basic requirements, provided the completed course work in architectural engineering provided knowledge, skills, and abilities substantially equivalent to those provided in the courses specified in paragraph A. 2. Experience: An applicant lacking a degree in architecture must have had l year of experience in an architect's office or in architectural work for each year short of graduation from a program of study in architecture. In the absence of college courses, 5 years of such experience is required. This experience must have demonstrated that the applicant has acquired a thorough knowledge of the fundamental principles and theories of professional architecture.
 
 
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 </ul>
 Additional information
 
 
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 This position is not included in the bargaining unit.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Recruitment Incentive:
 
 Recruitment incentive(s) may be authorized for this position. However, approval for incentives are contingent upon various availability. If authorized, certain incentives will require the incumbent to sign a service agreement to remain in the Federal government for a certain time period.
 
 
 
 Note:
 
 This statement does not imply nor guarantee an incentive will be offered and paid.
 
 
 
 Selections may be made for vacancies across the Smithsonian Institution (SI). By applying to this position, you agree to allow your application and other personal information to be shared with one or more SI hiring officials for employment consideration for same/similar positions within the location(s) identified in this announcement.
 
 
 
 Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
 
 
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Architect/General Engineer (Interdisciplinary).

CVS Health

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Position Summary
The Principal Threat Adversary Operations Engineer &ndash; Red Team is a senior, highly technical individual contributor responsible for designing and executing advanced offensive security operations across complex enterprise, cloud, and hybrid environments. This role leads the development of custom attack techniques and novel adversary simulations, exploring fringe and emerging attack vectors beyond standard penetration testing methodologies. Penetration testing is a core function of the role, with a focus on uncovering high‑impact, previously unidentified security weaknesses across networks, applications, identities, and systems.
Operating at a principal engineering level, the role builds and executes sophisticated attack campaigns using a combination of industry‑standard tooling and extensive custom exploit and tooling development. The Principal Engineer applies deep expertise in adversary tradecraft, scripting, and automation to emulate real‑world threat actors at scale, aligning attack scenarios with modern and emerging Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs). Offensive activities are informed by current threat intelligence and adversary modeling to ensure realistic, intelligence‑driven simulations that meaningfully stress defensive controls.
The role serves as a critical purple team partner and trusted advisor to detection, response, and incident investigation teams, translating complex offensive findings into measurable improvements in defensive capability, telemetry, and operational readiness. Through clear articulation of technical risk and business impact, the Principal Engineer influences enterprise security strategy, informs long‑term defensive investments, and supports high‑severity investigations and post‑incident analysis. All offensive activities are executed with strong governance awareness, ensuring alignment with regulatory, audit, and compliance expectations while advancing the organization&rsquo;s adversary‑informed security posture.
Role Responsibilities:
Penetration Testing &amp; Adversary Operations<ul><li>
Lead and execute advanced internal and external penetration tests across enterprise, cloud, and emerging technology environments.</li><li>
Design and execute custom adversary emulation campaigns to pressure‑test detection, response, and control effectiveness.</li><li>
Own and evolve the offensive security toolset, including development of custom exploits, scripts, and attack frameworks.</li><li>
Produce executive‑ready assessments that clearly articulate technical risk, business impact, and remediation priorities.</li></ul>
Purple Team &amp; Defensive Enablement<ul><li>
Partner closely with detection, response, and security engineering teams to drive purple team exercises and adversary‑informed improvements at scale.</li><li>
Translate offensive findings into measurable enhancements in monitoring, telemetry, alerting, and response workflows.</li><li>
Lead technical deep dives and knowledge‑sharing sessions to elevate enterprise understanding of adversary behavior and attack paths.</li></ul>
Security Strategy, Automation &amp; Incident Support<ul><li>
Influence enterprise adversary operations and threat management strategy through risk‑based assessments and adversary trend analysis.</li><li>
Architect and implement automation to scale penetration testing and adversary simulation capabilities.</li><li>
Provide expert adversary insight during incident response and threat hunting, informing hypotheses, detections, and post‑incident improvements.</li></ul>
Required Qualifications<ul><li>
10+ years of hands‑on experience in penetration testing, red teaming, adversary emulation, and/or offensive security.</li><li>
7+ years of deep experience with tools such as Kali Linux, Metasploit, Nmap, Burp Suite, and comparable frameworks.</li><li>
5+ years of advanced scripting experience (Python, PowerShell, Bash, or similar languages).</li><li>
5+ years of experience securing and testing cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerized environments.</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>
Advanced certifications such as OSCP, OSCE, CISSP, CEH, or GPEN.</li><li>
Demonstrated leadership in purple team programs and adversary simulation initiatives.</li><li>
Strong familiarity with PCI‑DSS, HIPAA, ISO 27001, and enterprise compliance environments.</li><li>
Expert knowledge of MITRE ATT&amp;CK, NIST, and CIS security frameworks.</li><li>
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence technical and non‑technical senior stakeholders.</li></ul>
Education<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent experience (High School Diploma and 4 years relevant experience)</li></ul>
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$144,200.00 - $288,400.00 
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company&rsquo;s equity award program. 
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families. 
This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility. 
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments. 
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 05/11/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.</div>

Principal Adversary Operations Engineer - Red Team

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