Job Description
We are seeking a highly professional and detail-oriented Senior QA Engineer to join our Compatibility team and help shape the future of a market-leading Network Access Control (NAC) product suite. This role supports solutions spanning Network Access Control, Endpoint Compliance, Mobile Control, and Intrusion Prevention. Applications include client/server and web-based systems running on both Windows and Linux platforms.
What You Will Do
- Test on-prem NAC software solutions along with third-party devices, including:
- Network and switch devices
- Endpoint compliance solutions
- Software integrations
- Design, develop, and maintain manual and automated test suites.
- Analyze, document, and report defects to improve product stability, conformance, and supportability.
- Execute end-to-end, integration, sanity, and regression testing (manual and automated).
- Validate defect fixes and new functionality.
- Create and maintain test documentation, use cases, and technical design artifacts.
- Collaborate closely with product management, development, and QA teams.
- Translate system requirements and specifications into clear, effective test cases.
What You Bring
Professional Skills
- 5–7+ years of experience in software quality assurance, preferably in network and endpoint security.
- Experience testing network security products such as firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, or SIEM solutions.
- Familiarity with Cisco, Juniper, and/or HPE network devices.
- Hands-on experience with Linux, Python, SQL, and databases; working knowledge of Java is a plus.
- Strong analytical and logical troubleshooting skills across software and network environments.
- Experience with virtualization platforms such as VMware, Hyper-V, and KVM.
- Exposure to automation frameworks and test scripting.
- Solid networking knowledge, including TCP/IP and protocols such as DNS, SMTP, SNMP, DHCP, and 802.1X.
- Familiarity with network equipment configuration (switches, routers).
- Experience with Windows-based networks and domain management is a plus.
- Experience with low-level network monitoring and packet sniffing tools.
Personal Skills
- Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with others.
- Quality-focused, proactive, and detail-oriented.
- Fast learner, resourceful, and adaptable.
- Strong communication and execution skills.
- Team player with Agile experience (preferred) and a willingness to mentor and learn.
Type: Contract (12+ months)
Location: Plano, TX (Hybrid)
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