Senior Software Test and Evaluation Specialist

Location: Multiple Locations Required Clearance: Top Secret Certifications : DoD 8140 certifications Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related field Required Experience: 10+ years of experience in software testing, quality assurance, or evaluation.  Position Description:   PingWind is seeking a highly qualified and experience Senior Software Test and Evaluation Specialist who leads the planning, execution, and reporting of test and evaluation activities for complex software systems and applications. This role ensures that software products meet performance, reliability, security, and compliance requirements through rigorous testing practices. The Senior Specialist develops test strategies, manages evaluation processes, mentors junior testers, and collaborates with development, DevOps, and quality assurance teams to ensure delivery of high-quality solutions. Responsibilities: Typical Responsibilities/Tasks: • Develop and manage comprehensive test plans, test cases, and evaluation strategies for software systems. • Define testing objectives, success criteria, and evaluation methodologies. • Ensure alignment of testing activities with program requirements and industry standards. • Lead the execution of functional, performance, regression, integration, and user acceptance testing. • Perform automated and manual testing as appropriate. • Document, analyze, and report test results, identifying defects, risk