IT Quality Assurance Director (Lead)
CACI International IncAbout the role
The Opportunity:
Join NAVSEA 03S as the lead IT Quality Assurance Director for the Navy Maintenance and Modernization Enterprise Solution (NMMES)
Play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of IT systems supporting naval ship and submarine maintenance operations across global Navy facilities
Oversee quality assurance processes for complex systems serving over 45,000 users in Navy Shipyards, Intermediate Maintenance Facilities, and other naval repair centers
Lead and mentor a team of QA professionals in evaluating and improving IT solutions spanning legacy to modern web applications
Contribute to the strategic direction of NMMES, balancing quality requirements with customer-driven enhancements and technology obsolescence challenges
Implement and maintain quality standards throughout the entire systems lifecycle
Apply SAFe Agile methodologies to improve QA processes and team efficiency
Responsibilities:
Establish and maintain a comprehensive process for evaluating the systems lifecycle process and associated documentation within the NMMES environment
Determine the resources required for quality control and track the level of quality throughout the system life cycle
Conduct formal and informal reviews at pre-determined points throughout the lifecycle of NMMES components
Develop and implement quality assurance strategies for both legacy systems and new technology integrations
Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure quality is built into all phases of the software development process
Lead initiatives to modernize QA processes while maintaining rigorous standards for system reliability and performance
Provide daily supervision and direction to QA support staff
Implement and oversee SAFe Agile practices within the NMMES quality assurance process
Qualifications:
Required:
Must be a US Citizen with an active Secret clearance
At least 12 years of experience in IT quality assurance or related field within DoD/Navy programs
At least 5 years of managerial experience in quality assurance
Extensive knowledge of quality assurance principles and practices, particularly in managing complex, global IT systems
Proven experience leading QA teams and managing full system lifecycle quality processes
SAFe Agilist (SA) certification or higher
Desired:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
Experience with naval maintenance and modernization systems or similar complex DoD programs
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to balance quality assurance for legacy systems and new technology integration
Advanced SAFe certifications such as SAFe Program Consultant (SPC) or SAFe DevOps Practitioner
Familiarity with quality assurance processes for both legacy software applications and current web application technologies
Experience in managing QA processes across multiple operating systems and technology platforms
Knowledge of relevant DoD and Navy standards for software quality and testing
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What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI takes pride in fostering a diverse and accessible culture where every individual feels supported to chart their own path. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on ou
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