508 Compliance Specialist

Position Title: 508 Compliance Specialist
Location: On-site — Washington, DC
Client: Federal / Public Sector Program
Work Authorization: U.S. Citizenship Required
Application Email: careers@wintrio.com

📩 To apply, please submit your resume to careers@wintrio.com or complete the application form below.

Job Summary

WINTrio LLC is seeking an experienced 508 Compliance Specialist to support a Federal Government program focused on digital accessibility, Section 508 compliance testing, and ICT accessibility remediation. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience conducting accessibility audits, remediating non-compliant content, and advising Government stakeholders on accessibility compliance requirements. This role requires a strong understanding of Section 508 and WCAG standards, assistive technology testing, and Federal accessibility documentation practices.

The successful candidate will serve as a trusted technical advisor to Government stakeholders while ensuring accessibility compliance across a wide range of digital content and platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform accessibility testing and auditing of Federal ICT, including documents, spreadsheets, presentations, web applications, and digital platforms, for Section 508/WCAG conformance.
• Conduct testing and validation using both automated accessibility testing tools and manual testing with assistive technologies.
• Translate Voluntary Product Accessibility Templates (VPATs) into Accessibility Conformance Reports (ACRs).
• Perform code correction and document/PDF remediation to bring non-compliant content into conformance.
• Log accessibility bugs and defects, and provide clear, actionable remediation recommendations.
• Provide helpdesk ticket support for accessibility issues, meeting defined response and resolution timeframes.
• Deliver ICT accessibility training sessions on web and electronic content accessibility.
• Maintain documentation and records of compliance measures, testing activity, and remediation outcomes.
• Support weekly status and ticket reporting with a high degree of accuracy.
• Coordinate with program offices and stakeholders to resolve accessibility and documentation issues.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 10–15+ years of experience in Section 508/accessibility compliance testing, with a strong preference for candidates with 15+ years of directly relevant experience.

• DHS Trusted Tester Certification required.
• Detailed working knowledge of the WCAG AA standard.
• Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat Pro for PDF accessibility remediation.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office and SharePoint.
• Hands-on experience with automated accessibility testing tools, including Deque Axe, WorldSpace Comply, and Attest and Assure.
• Demonstrated experience configuring and operating assistive technology testing tools, including JAWS and NVDA.
• Experience with the full Deque tools suite and CommonLook PDF.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working directly with senior Federal leadership and stakeholders.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Must be eligible for PIV/CAC enrollment.
• All work must be performed within the United States.

Technical Skills & Tools

• Accessibility Testing & Remediation

• Section 508 Compliance
• WCAG AA Standards
• DHS Trusted Tester Methodology
• ACR/VPAT Development
• Document/PDF Remediation
• Assistive Technology & Automated Tools

• JAWS
• NVDA
• Deque Axe
• WorldSpace Comply
• Attest and Assure
• CommonLook PDF
• Documentation & Collaboration

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Teams
• SharePoint
• Adobe Acrobat Pro

Work Environment

• Full-time position.
• On-site at a Federal Government facility in Washington, DC.
• Standard business hours Monday through Friday.
• Limited travel may be required in support of program activities.

WINTrio Benefits

• Healthcare (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) and Retirement Savings Plan
• Annual Bonus and Profit Sharing Opportunities
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Vacation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life, Personal, and Voluntary Disability Insurance

Growth Opportunities

There is ample opportunity to grow in multiple dimensions, including Federal accessibility compliance, digital accessibility program leadership, IT governance, and business development. We are a completely employee-driven company, and our continued success is built on the talent, dedication, and innovation of our team members.

Equal Opportunity Employer

WINTrio LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.