Web Accessibility Specialist

Description Web Accessibility Specialist  At B&A, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value – not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. We’d love for you to join our team! Job Summary B&A is seeking a Web Accessibility Specialist to lead and manage accessibility compliance efforts across web applications and digital products. This role is responsible for ensuring alignment with Section 508 and WCAG standards, supporting federal accessibility requirements, and driving remediation strategies to deliver inclusive and compliant user experiences. The ideal candidate will serve as a subject matter expert in accessibility, providing testing, analysis, and guidance to development teams and stakeholders. Responsibilities Lead and manage Section 508 compliance efforts across all task orders and web initiatives  Ensure alignment of websites, applications, and digital products with federal accessibility policies, standards, and procedures  Conduct comprehensive accessibility testing and evaluations using automated and manual testing methods  Develop and deliver accessibility compliance reports, including findings, risk assessments, and remediation recommendations  Provide remediation guidance to developers, designers, and content creators to resolve accessibility issues  Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate accessibility into the design and development lifecycle  Interpret and apply WCAG standards (2.0/2.1/2.2) and Section 508 requirements to real-world implementations  Support continuous improvement by identifying accessibility gaps and recommending best practices  Maintain documentation related to accessibility compliance, testing procedures, and standards  Serve as a subject matter expert and advisor on accessibility across projects and stakeholders Education and Experience Minimum of five (5) years of experience in web accessibility  Minimum of three (3) years of experience supporting Federal Section 508 and WCAG compliance  Demonstrated proficiency with accessibility testing tools (e.g., screen readers, automated scanning tools, browser extensions)  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field Required Skills Strong knowledge of Section 508 standards and WCAG guidelines (2.x)  Hands-on experience conducting manual and automated accessibility testing  Familiarity with assistive technologies, including screen readers (e.g., JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver)  Understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and how accessibility is implemented in code  Ability to analyze accessibility issues and provide clear, actionable remediation guidance  Experience creating accessibility compliance reports and documentation  Strong attention to detail and commitment to inclusive design principles  Ability to communicate technical accessibility concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders  Experience working within federal or regulated environments Desired Skills Experience integrating accessibility into Agile/DevSecOps environments  Familiarity with ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) standards  Knowledge of usability and user experience (UX) best practices related to accessibility  Experience training teams on accessibility standards and compliance practices  Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) such as WordPress or Drupal  Experience using tools such as axe, WAVE, Lighthouse, or similar accessibility testing tools Security Clearance Able to provide proof of US citizenship The ability to obtain a security clearance More About B&A: Notable Clients B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more. Benefits and Programs   B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A’s 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution. B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance. These include: The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more A formal mentorship program Job shadowing and cross training opportunities Brand Ambassador program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more Monthly teambuilding events B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award. EEO B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A’s offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work-related activities. EEO is the Law B&A participates in e-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.