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Test Engineer (Clearance Required)

ICF Consulting Group, Inc.
Reston, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/23/2026
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

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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 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 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

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