Location: Remote
Client: Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) – DAAS API Gateway Program
Clearance: IT-II (NACLC - Secret or above)
Salary Range: $90,000 – $105,000
Who we are
Horizon Industries Limited is a dynamic IT and Management Consulting firm headquartered in Tysons Corner, VA. Founded in 1996, Horizon has evolved into a team of highly qualified professionals providing full-cycle IT and consulting support across the public and private sectors.
We pride ourselves on a diverse, growth-minded culture rooted in employee success and mission impact.
Who we are looking for
We are seeking a Testing Specialist to support the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) and its API Gateway operations. This is a full-time, remote opportunity supporting software sustainment and integration testing within a secure IL5 AWS GovCloud environment. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on testing expertise, a clearance-ready posture, and the ability to contribute to secure, compliant system delivery.
What your day-to-day will look like
Perform software integration, functional, and acceptance testing
Review and evaluate test results to ensure conformance to requirements
Analyze internal system security and support compliance efforts
Prepare test scripts, plans, and documentation in alignment with DLA standards
Design and generate test data sets for various use cases
Support testing of APIs and data flows on the MuleSoft Anypoint platform
Collaborate with development and DevSecOps teams to validate code and system changes
Operate within a secure AWS GovCloud (IL5) environment
What we’d like to see on your resume
5+ years of experience in IT or software testing roles
Experience in software development, quality assurance, or test automation
Ability to design and execute IT software tests and interpret outcomes
Familiarity with test case design, data creation, and defect documentation
Experience supporting systems hosted in secure cloud environments
Understanding of API-based systems and enterprise middleware
Strong attention to detail and ability to align to federal testing standards
Bonus if you have
Prior experience with MuleSoft Anypoint platform or integration workflows
Familiarity with DoD systems or compliance frameworks
Experience supporting the DLA JETS Program or similar DoD initiatives
Strong written documentation and test reporting skills
Required Qualifications
Active IT-II (NACLC - Secret) clearance or eligibility
Relevant certification from a nationally recognized technical authority
Ability to obtain the MuleSoft Certified Integration Associate credential within 1–2 months of start
Why you’ll love working at Horizon
Remote-first flexibility
Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
401(k) with immediate vesting + employer match
Student Loan Repayment Program
Paid Time Off
Educational Assistance + Certification Support
Gym Reimbursement Program
Growth-driven, employee-first company culture
Horizon is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled
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What We Do
Horizon Industries is an IT services corporation serving Clients across the U.S. and internationally. Headquartered in Tysons Corner, Virginia, with offices in London, UK, Timisoara, Romania, and New Delhi, India, Horizon has over two decades of experience providing IT and Management consulting services to the U.S. Government and commercial clients around the globe. We focus on emerging capabilities in Cyber, Low Code, RPA, AI and Network Technologies. To meet the business objectives and needs of our clients, our teams deliver full life-cycle of support from business strategy analysis, business system development and deployment, and operations support.
Our Mission:
We place our customers’ missions first, and believe our own success will follow. Horizon builds excellent multidisciplinary teams that work together, contributing unique perspectives which maximize client results. Horizon’s culture ensures that each employee is constantly learning and acquiring new skills to continually improve the client experience.
