What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Assurance Analyst position at Development InfoStructure?
Company Overview
Development InfoStructure LLC., (Devis) is a leading provider of innovative software development, management, and consulting services, specializing in cutting-edge technologies such as DevSecOps, AI, and Machine Learning. With over 30 years of experience, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner for government agencies, delivering tailored, mission-critical solutions that drive digital transformation and operational excellence. Our client-centric approach, coupled with our deep domain expertise and technical prowess, enables us to forge enduring relationships and consistently deliver high-impact, adaptive solutions that resonate with the unique needs of the public sector.
Job Overview
The Quality Assurance Analyst will serve as the quality management lead ensuring all deliverables, processes, and technical solutions meet FMCSA requirements for the TruData Modernization initiative. This role requires comprehensive expertise in data platform testing, security compliance validation, and federal quality assurance standards to ensure the successful delivery of mission-critical data infrastructure. The Quality Assurance Analyst will provide hands-on testing leadership and develop comprehensive quality frameworks supporting the modernization of FMCSA's data platform that serves the agency's registration, inspection, compliance, and enforcement mission functions.
This role will be a full-time position with work performed both on-site at DOT Headquarters, 1200 New Jersey Ave SE, Washington, DC 20590 and remotely, with core hours Monday-Friday: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM EST. Position is contingent upon award and upon client approval.
What You'll Do
Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) Development
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
Education & Experience
Preferred Qualifications
Performance Expectations
Quality Metrics and Key Performance Indicators:
Development InfoStructure LLC., (Devis) is a leading provider of innovative software development, management, and consulting services, specializing in cutting-edge technologies such as DevSecOps, AI, and Machine Learning. With over 30 years of experience, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner for government agencies, delivering tailored, mission-critical solutions that drive digital transformation and operational excellence. Our client-centric approach, coupled with our deep domain expertise and technical prowess, enables us to forge enduring relationships and consistently deliver high-impact, adaptive solutions that resonate with the unique needs of the public sector.
Job Overview
The Quality Assurance Analyst will serve as the quality management lead ensuring all deliverables, processes, and technical solutions meet FMCSA requirements for the TruData Modernization initiative. This role requires comprehensive expertise in data platform testing, security compliance validation, and federal quality assurance standards to ensure the successful delivery of mission-critical data infrastructure. The Quality Assurance Analyst will provide hands-on testing leadership and develop comprehensive quality frameworks supporting the modernization of FMCSA's data platform that serves the agency's registration, inspection, compliance, and enforcement mission functions.
This role will be a full-time position with work performed both on-site at DOT Headquarters, 1200 New Jersey Ave SE, Washington, DC 20590 and remotely, with core hours Monday-Friday: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM EST. Position is contingent upon award and upon client approval.
What You'll Do
Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) Development
- Develop and execute comprehensive Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) aligned with contract objectives
- Provide the corrective action approach for any delayed deliverable or ineffective process step identified over the course of the task order
- Monitor and ensure all deliverables meet acceptance criteria before government submission
- Coordinate corrective actions for delayed deliverables or ineffective processes
- Create detailed test plans and test cases for all data platform components and deliverables
- Perform functional, integration, regression, and user acceptance testing of ETL processes
- Validate data accuracy, completeness, and integrity across all migration activities
- Validate system performance against technical requirements and SLAs
- Execute test automation frameworks and tools for continuous testing
- Conduct security compliance testing and monthly vulnerability assessments per FMCSA policies
- Support development and maintenance of Security Authorization documentation (SSP, RAR, SAR, POAM)
- Validate configuration compliance against NIST baselines and DOT standards
- Conduct risk assessments in accordance with NIST 800-30 guidelines
- Test and validate Section 508 accessibility compliance for all solutions and documentation
- Implement database testing and SQL validation procedures
- Execute data migration verification techniques
- Perform data integrity and reconciliation methods
- Validate business intelligence report accuracy
- Ensure master data quality frameworks compliance
- Maintain defect tracking, resolution processes, and quality metrics in Jira
- Document test results, maintain quality artifacts, and prepare acceptance documentation
- Participate in daily standups, sprint reviews, and provide quality status reports
- Develop and maintain quality metrics and KPI reporting
- Integrate QA processes within Agile testing practices and sprint-based delivery
- Support continuous improvement processes and feedback loops
- Collaborate with development teams on test-driven development practices
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Quality Assurance, or related field
- Minimum of five (5) years QA experience in data platform or database projects
- Minimum of two (2) years testing AWS cloud-based solutions
- Experience with Agile testing methodologies and practices
- Strong proficiency in SQL for data validation and testing
- Experience with automated testing tools and frameworks
- Knowledge of performance and load testing approaches
- Understanding of test automation frameworks and tools
- Experience with data validation and ETL testing strategies
- Understanding of federal compliance and security requirements
- Knowledge of NIST security control testing procedures
- Experience with FedRAMP assessment procedures
- Understanding of Section 508 accessibility testing requirements
- Knowledge of FISMA compliance validation processes
- Experience with Jira, Confluence, or similar project management tools
- Proficiency with database testing and validation tools
- Knowledge of security and compliance testing procedures
- Experience with defect management and tracking systems
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to develop comprehensive test documentation
- Strong attention to detail and quality standards
- Risk assessment and mitigation capabilities
Preferred Qualifications
- Federal agency QA experience, particularly with data systems
- DOT or transportation safety system testing experience
- ISTQB or similar QA certification
- Security or related security certification
- Experience with ServiceNow or similar ITSM platforms
- Knowledge of data warehouse and ETL testing tools
- Performance testing tool experience (JMeter, LoadRunner)
- AWS certification or cloud testing experience
Performance Expectations
Quality Metrics and Key Performance Indicators:
- Test coverage percentage across all platform components
- Defect detection and resolution rates
- Compliance validation success rates
- Time to market for deliverables meeting quality standards
- Customer satisfaction with deliverable quality
Reporting Relationships
Salary Range
- Reports to: Project Manager
- Coordinates with: Development teams, Security teams, Government stakeholders
- Interfaces with: COR, ISSM, and other federal quality assurance personnel
Special Requirements
- Ability to obtain and maintain DOT/FMCSA security clearance
- PIV card eligibility for facility and system access
- Compliance with all FMCSA security protocols and requirements
- Must pass pre-employment suitability checks
Working Conditions
- Location: Hybrid - DOT Headquarters and remote work capability
- Hours: Core hours Monday-Friday: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM EST
- Environment: Secure government testing environments and facilities
- Security: Access to sensitive government systems requiring security clearance
Salary Range
- $85,000 to $95,000
Devis is an AA/EOE/M/F/Disabled/VET Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin or disability.
Salary : $85,000 - $95,000
