Cybersecurity QA Engineer (Mid)

Job#: 3024628

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled QA Automation Engineer in the Austin, TX or Westlake, TX area with strong hands-on experience in designing, executing, and automating test scenarios across API, UI, scheduled jobs, and database layers. The ideal candidate brings a solid understanding of Agile practices, test engineering, and cybersecurity technologies-particularly Identity and Access Management (IAM) tools. This role requires strong technical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively across both technical and non-technical teams

If you are interested in the following requirements please email your resume directly to

Contract length: 6+ months

Locations: Austin TX or Westlake, TX - 4 days onsite/1 day remote

Rate: $40-$45/hr W2
Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute API, UI, scheduled job, and database test cases with a focus on accuracy, coverage, and risk-based validation.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts for web-enabled applications, ensuring scalable, reusable, and maintainable automation solutions.
• Collaborate within Agile/Scrum teams to support sprint activities including planning, refinement, demos, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Use JIRA or similar case management tools to manage test cases, track execution, document defects, and maintain testing traceability.
• Apply advanced QA methodologies to support the integrity, reliability, and performance of business-critical systems.
• Test and support Cyber Security platforms including IAM and related technologies such as Zscaler, SailPoint IdentityIQ (IIQ), PingID, HYPR, and similar systems.
• Partner with engineering, product, security, and business teams to communicate technical findings in a clear, accessible manner.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by identifying testing gaps, refining processes, and supporting improvements across the SDLC.
• Support CI/CD initiatives and ensure tests integrate effectively into automated build pipelines.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-5 years of hands-on QA engineering and software testing experience in API, UI, scheduled jobs, and database environments.
• 3-5+ years of experience developing test automation scripts, especially for web-based applications.
• 3-5+ years of experience working in Agile environments using tools such as Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps, or similar.
• 2-4+ years of experience using JIRA or equivalent test management/case management platforms.
• Strong understanding of SDLC, including business analysis, development, testing, maintenance, and continuous improvement.
• Experience supporting Cyber Security tools, particularly within Identity and Access Management (IAM).
• Familiarity with cybersecurity platforms such as:
  • Zscaler
  • SailPoint IdentityIQ (IIQ)
  • PingID
  • HYPR or similar authentication/identity solutions
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate technical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong knowledge of modern engineering practices including Continuous Integration (CI), Continuous Delivery (CD), and automated testing frameworks.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience designing or improving automation frameworks.
• Exposure to performance, load, or security testing tools.
• Familiarity with cloud security principles or Zero Trust architectures.
• Experience with API testing tools (Postman, Rest Assured, Karate, etc.).

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.