Synertex LLC · 17 hours ago
508 Compliance Specialist - Linthicum Heights, MD; Must have an active Secret Clearance, Immediate Hire
Synertex LLC is seeking a 508 Compliance Specialist to support the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency's Training Directorate in Linthicum Heights, MD. The role involves assessing Voluntary Product Accessibility Templates (VPATs) from software vendors and providing remediation roadmaps for compliance with WCAG requirements.
ConsultingCyber SecurityInformation TechnologyMachine LearningSoftware
Responsibilities
Collaborate with external vendors and stakeholders to address compliance gaps and recommended fixes according to the WCAG 2.0 and DCSA VPAT Guidelines/Road Map
Strong proficiency in VPAT Assessment and being able to consult with software/product owners on fixing 508 compliance issues
Provide expert 508 guidance to the DCSA VPAT and RRAM Officers on incorporating agency-wide 508 best practices, compliance expectations, and improving workflow to existing processes to enhance vendor software implementation. Conduct agency wide working groups to streamline this effort
Use assistive technology tools (e.g. ANDI, JAWS, JAWS Inspect, NVDA) as it relates to testing software, websites, documentation, and other forms of ICT
Proficient in Service Now ticketing system (recommended)
Qualification
Required
Must have an active Secret Clearance
Strong proficiency in VPAT Assessment and being able to consult with software/product owners on fixing 508 compliance issues
Provide expert 508 guidance to the DCSA VPAT and RRAM Officers on incorporating agency-wide 508 best practices, compliance expectations, and improving workflow to existing processes to enhance vendor software implementation
Collaborate with external vendors and stakeholders to address compliance gaps and recommended fixes according to the WCAG 2.0 and DCSA VPAT Guidelines/Road Map
Use assistive technology tools (e.g. ANDI, JAWS, JAWS Inspect, NVDA) as it relates to testing software, websites, documentation, and other forms of ICT
Proficient in Service Now ticketing system (recommended)
Benefits
Competitive PTO
11 Paid Government Holidays
A 401k with 6% match
A comprehensive list of health care options
Company
Synertex LLC
Synertex LLC is an Enterprise IT and Solutions Development company focusing on machine learning, cloud and big data solutions, cyber security, and CBRN defense (Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear).