Trusted Tester - Level II (Web Tester & Document Remediation)

At Team Carney, we believe that true performance acceleration happens at the intersection of innovative learning and deep strategic expertise. Since 1994, our mission has been to provide top-tier training, learning, and human capital solutions that empower Federal Government agencies to meet their critical mandates. We are seeking a highly skilled, detail-oriented Trusted Tester - Level II (Web Tester & Document Remediation) to support our federal client.

This position is contingent on contract award.

Work Schedule and Location

• Employment Status: Full-Time

• Location: This position is fully remote, based out of Fredericksburg, VA.

Who You Are & What You’ll Do

The Trusted Tester - Level II (Web Tester & Document Remediation) will serve as a technical authority for Section 508 accessibility testing, document remediation, and accessibility consulting across Information and Communications Technology (ICT) environments.

In this full-time role, you will perform standardized web accessibility evaluations using the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Trusted Tester v5.0 (or later) process, as well as hands-on remediation of electronic documents and forms across Microsoft Office and Adobe PDF formats. Beyond web and document testing, you will evaluate Accessibility Conformance Reports (ACRs) and Voluntary Product Accessibility Templates (VPATs), develop accessibility test plans, advise project teams on remediating complex Section 508 defects, and provide technical guidance for candidates completing accessibility training and DHS Trusted Tester certification examinations.

What You Bring to the Table - Requirements

• Certification: Active DHS Trusted Tester Version 5.0 (or later) Certification required.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.

• Technical Experience:

  • 4 years of overall experience working in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) environments.

  • 2 years of dedicated web accessibility testing experience using the DHS Trusted Tester process.

  • 2 years of dedicated experience testing and remediating electronic documents and forms (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe PDF) to Section 508 standards.

• Assessment & Remediation Methodology:

  • Demonstrated proficiency using the DHS Trusted Tester Version Section 508 Conformance Test Process for Web (v5.0 or later) and official DHS test reporting tools and formats.

  • Applied experience using Federal CIO Council Community of Practice endorsed Section 508 Tests for Documents to audit and remediate complex digital documents and forms.

• Core Capabilities:

  • Section 508 Standards Knowledge: Broad, deep understanding of Revised Section 508 Standards and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.1 Level AA).

  • VPAT / ACR Evaluation: Hands-on experience performing technical evaluations of Voluntary Product Accessibility Templates (VPATs) and Accessibility Conformance Reports (ACRs) during product acquisitions.

  • Technical Assistance & Guidance: Expertise in developing comprehensive accessibility test plans, interpreting complex test results, and advising development and content teams on remediating Section 508 defects.

  • Instructional & Mentoring Support: Ability to provide technical assistance to students completing accessibility training and DHS Trusted Tester certification examinations.

Why Join Team Carney?

When you join Team Carney, you join a legacy of excellence. We focus on our people because when we make a positive impact on the lives of our employees, they are able to make a positive impact on our clients. We offer a full suite of competitive benefits, including:

• Health & Wellness: Multiple medical, dental, and vision insurance options (BCBS CareFirst), health spending accounts (HSA), and flexible spending accounts (FSA).

• Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plan with company match, plus Carney-paid life and disability insurance.

• Work-Life Harmony: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), 11 paid holidays, and 6 weeks of paid parental leave.

• Professional & Personal Growth: Annual tuition assistance (up to $5,000) and student loan repayment.

• Get Out and Learn: Up to $200 annually to learn almost anything (from pottery to coding!).

• Get Out and Run: Up to $200 annually to participate in fitness and active lifestyle events.

• Continuous Development: Ad hoc training and ongoing professional development access.