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Job DescriptionCompany DescriptionAt Alertus, protecting people from harm is our mission and our passion. As the leader in mass notification, we are committed to providing customizable, scalable, and cost-effective solutions, as we know even a few seconds of warning can help save lives during an emergency. Our employees are integral to the company’s success and impact countless people's lives, safety, and well-being. We aim for a positive, collaborative environment that allows employees to work across departments easily and effectively. Job DescriptionOur Quality Assurance (QA) team is on the search for a talented tester to make a meaningful impact on Alertus, its customers, and the mass emergency notification industry. The Associate Hardware QA Tester will work directly with the development team to understand hardware and firmware operation(s) and execute suitable test plans for product reliability. Our ideal candidate has keen attention to detail and the ability to catch errors and deficiencies in a critical life safety system.A Day in the Life: • Execute test plans based upon product requirements, • Leverage issue-tracking software to maintain a list of known defects, • Perform functional, user experience, user acceptance, and performance testing for our suite of software and mobile products as assigned, • Identifies gaps in test procedures based on business requirements, • Clearly isolate, reproduce, and document bugs in pre-production and customer environments, • Conduct hands-on testing and troubleshooting, analysis of failure trends and root cause / corrective actions, • Work cross-departmentally to investigate, reproduce, and resolve customer reported issues, • Contribute towards process and product documentation and refinement as necessary, • Participate in design reviews and provide feedback on hardware architecture and implementation, • Perform hands-on testing of prototypes and production units, • Troubleshoot complex hardware and software problems, • Isolate the root cause of defects and work with engineering teams to resolve them, • Assist in building out new test environments and capabilitiesRequired Skills:, • Excellent problem-solving skills, • Strong attention to detail, • Ability to document testing processes for use in technical manuals and/or product support site, • Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate clearly with both engineering and non-engineering teams, • Ability to troubleshoot complex hardware and software issues. Desired Skills:, • Scripting/coding experience with Python or PowerShell, • Basic understanding of electrical circuits, • Strong foundational understanding of IP connected devicesEducation and Experience:, • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, • Internship or academic project experience in hardware testing or electronics preferredAlertus Career Advantages:, • Paid Time Off, • Paid Holidays, • 401(k) Retirement Plan, • Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, • Short-term Disability, Accident, Hospital, and Cancer Insurance, • Live Near Your Work Homebuying Incentive Program We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionAbout the Company Our client is a profitable Enterprise SaaS company specializing in data privacy governance, data security, consent management, and regulatory compliance solutions for enterprises. Their innovative patented Hybrid AI technology ensures seamless compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and other privacy regulations, while providing unified consent and preference management APIs for efficient data handling across multiple channels. With a proven product-market fit and Fortune 100 customers, the company is at the forefront of shaping the future of data privacy and AI-driven compliance. * Office Location: Falls Church, VA or Greenville, DE (company-paid relocation is available) * Product: Data Privacy Governance, Data Security & Protection, Consent Management, GDPR, CCPA, Compliance The Mission Our client's mission is to contribute to a better society by advocating for proper data protection legislation, responsibly safeguarding customer data, preserving individual privacy rights, and enhancing trust between businesses and consumers through greater transparency. As a technical lead, you will play a critical role in driving the engineering vision and delivering impactful products that address evolving privacy and security challenges. The Opportunity We are seeking a dedicated Manual QA Tester to join our client's engineering team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic startup environment where the founders and the majority of team members are engineers. What You'll Do * Conduct manual QA software testing for web applications * Utilize Jira for project management and issue tracking * Collaborate with a diverse team of engineers and other professionals * Contribute to the development and improvement of data privacy and security solutions * Adapt quickly to new challenges in a fast-paced startup environment * Provide feedback and actively participate in company life What You Bring * At least 2 years of hands-on experience in manual QA software testing, specifically with web applications * A bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant technical certifications and working experience * Proficiency in using Jira for bug tracking and project management * Familiarity with software development lifecycles and testing methodologies * Basic understanding of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) * Ideally, fluency in Russian or Ukrainian languages, enabling effective communication across diverse teams * Ability to work hybrid, 3 days per week from the office in Falls Church, VA or Greenville, DE Key Success Drivers * Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality * High ethical standards, honesty, and transparency * Proactive problem-solving approach and energetic attitude * Comfort in adapting quickly in a fast-paced startup environment * Willingness to learn and grow within the company and commitment to long-term employment Why Join? * Employment Type: Full-time * Base Compensation: $50,000-$70,000 per year (negotiable depending on your experience) * Comprehensive medical benefits: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and 50% for families * 401(k) plan with a match program * Company-paid life insurance coverage * Company-paid relocation (negotiable) * Tuition reimbursement, corporate events, and performance-based bonuses * Collaborative company culture and supportive, inclusive environment for all employees * Work-life balance with a hybrid schedule 3 days per week and paid vacation * Proven product-market fit with Fortune 100 customers * Career growth opportunities * Impactful work that shapes the future of data privacy and AI Interviewing Process * HR Screening * Stage 1: 30-min phone interview with the Founder/CEO (General fit) * Stage 2: On-site interview in the office (Skills Assessment) * Reference and Background Checks: conducted after successful interviews * Job Offer: provided to the selected candidate We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Compensation Range: $50K - $70K

Job DescriptionSalary: $100,000-$130,000 Highlights of the Job Introduction Lightship Security is a market leader in standards-based IT product security certification. We work with leading edge technology vendors from around the world to evaluate and test their products against various cyber security standards such as Common Criteria and FIPS 140. We are committed to creating real world value through continued innovation in this field. Were looking for a Senior FIPS Tester to join our growing team. Someone confident who can lead all aspects of FIPS 140 validation projects from end-to-end, which involve a variety of technologies including both hardware and software, and who enjoys interfacing with customers to provide them with sound technical consulting, and support during the validation process. Also, someone who shares true dedication to our core values: we solve problems for our clients, we work hard with integrity, we are technical experts, we value family, and we have fun. Sound good? Heres a little more about the job: While this position is listed for our Baltimore, MD office, we also welcome applications from candidates based in Ottawa, Canada. Key Responsibilities • Manage FIPS projects review, prioritization, and task delegation to associate testers, • Support and mentor associate and intermediate testers on project tasks and training, • Review and respond to client emails, offer project updates, perform status calls, • Submit validation packages to the CMVP, • Perform Technical QA, • Provide test results and draft reports to the Lab Manager in accordance with the project schedule, • Check for and resolve updates from the CMVP e.g., project coordination, updates, issues, • Focus on multiple FIPS project items including task development and quality assurance, • Review various aspects of FIPS standards, implementation guidance or test assertions, • Review industry highlights including upcoming FIPS transitions, • Create and/or review FIPS blogs for company website posting, • Ensure delivery of projects are on time and within budget, • Demonstrate and promote Lightship Core Values within the organization The Ideal Candidate To excel at Lightship, you have a solid foundation of cryptographic algorithms, digital signatures, cryptographic hashing, and random number generators. You lead projects in review, consultation, and assessment of products against FIPS 140. You are a champion at discerning the cryptographic boundary for a variety of software, hardware, and hybrid modules. What You Bring Education and Experience • University degree in Engineering or Computer Science; or College diploma in a technical field, • Minimum of three (3) years of IT security-related certification program experience, • CVP certification preferred Soft Skills • A proven ability to work well in a team, • Creative and critical thinking skills, • Excellent oral and written communication skills, • Strong problem solving skills, • Strong multitasking and time management Technical Skills * Knowledge of FIPS 140-2/FIPS 140-3 requirements, Common Criteria, and other related standards • Knowledge of cryptographic encryption algorithms, key exchange algorithms, hashing/message authentication algorithms, PKI, random number generators, etc., • Experience with various programming languages (C, C++, Python or Java) and development environments, • Ability to comprehend security standard requirements and apply them to products, • Knowledge of common security related protocols and their design (i.e. SSH, IPsec, TLS, etc.), • Experience building testing environments, performing testing and reporting results (technical writing) Requirements • Must beable andwilling to travel internationally <10%and hold a valid passport Whats in it for you? • Health & Wellness:We prioritize your well-being. Our offerings include health, dental, life, 401k and disability insurance to support your health and overall wellness., • Development Opportunities:Cultivating employee career growth is important to us. We provide professional support, coaching, a training reimbursement program, and more to empower your development., • Social:To promote engagement and teamwork, we come together at a range of company-organized events throughout the year., • Culture:We offer an innovative, collaborative, and dynamic workplace culture by fostering open communication, encouraging creativity, and promoting continuous learning and growth among our team members. The successful candidate will primarily work from our Baltimore, MD office; however, candidates located in Ottawa, Canada may also be considered to work from our Ottawa office. Lightship is an equal opportunity employer.Accommodations will be provided at all stages of the hiring process. We ask applicants to make their needs known in advance. We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No agencies, please.