Valerie Cowan C Davis
About Valerie Cowan C Davis
Valerie Cowan C Davis is a Software QA Engineer with over 17 years of experience in software testing, networking, and systems engineering. She currently works at Daily Kos and has held various engineering roles at notable companies such as Lockheed Martin and Integration Innovation, Inc.
Work at Daily Kos
Valerie Cowan C Davis has been employed at Daily Kos as a Software QA Engineer since 2017. In this role, she specializes in automated test design and execution, contributing to the quality assurance processes within the organization. Her tenure at Daily Kos spans over seven years, during which she has utilized her extensive background in software testing and systems engineering.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to her current role, Valerie worked in various capacities across multiple organizations. She served as a Senior Systems Engineer at Integration Innovation, Inc. from 2014 to 2017, and as a Computer Systems Security Analyst Senior at Lockheed Martin for seven months in 2013. Other notable positions include Systems Software Engineer at Intrepid, Systems Integrator and Linux System Administrator at Brogden Enterprises, and Lead Software Test Engineer at Drs Tactical Systems. Her diverse experience spans over 17 years in software testing, networking, and systems engineering.
Education and Expertise
Valerie holds a Doctorate in Computer and Information Systems from Dakota State University, which she completed between 2016 and 2019. She also earned a Master of Science in Computer Information Systems from Florida Institute of Technology, graduating in 2012. Her educational background supports her expertise in Linux system administration, *nix network administration, and software security, making her well-equipped for her roles in software quality assurance and systems integration.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Valerie possesses a strong skill set in project management and coordination, alongside her technical expertise in automated test design and execution. She has significant experience in remote work collaboration, which enhances her ability to work effectively in distributed teams. Her background in research and development further complements her technical capabilities, particularly in software testing and systems engineering.
Career Timeline
Valerie's career spans over two decades, beginning as a Network Engineer II at Sprint from 2000 to 2003. She has held various roles, including Design Verification Test Engineer at Adtran, Senior Test Engineer at Benchmark Electronics, and Software Test Engineer at Decisive Analytics Corporation. Her career trajectory reflects a consistent focus on software testing, systems engineering, and security, contributing to her comprehensive understanding of the field.