Neida Oritz, Lead Web Accessibility Expert
C2 (Proficiency) English
Senior (5-10 years)
Kissimmee,
United States
UTC-05:00
Summary
This engineer brings a robust background in web accessibility and compliance, with a strong focus on creating inclusive and user-friendly digital products. Key highlights include proficiency in conducting comprehensive accessibility audits to ensure WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 compliance, as well as substantial hands-on experience managing the full defect lifecycle for accessibility issues. Beyond technical skills, this candidate shows a keen ability to drive organizational change through the creation of end-to-end accessibility processes, evidenced by the successful remediation of thousands of accessibility defects. This profile stands out for a combination of technical expertise within the web compliance domain, a proven track record of leading accessibility initiatives, and a thorough understanding of the accessibility requirements that shape exceptional UI/UX design.
Main Skills
WCAG
Quality Assurance
Data Analysis and Visualization Technologies
Google Cloud Platform
UI/UX/Wireframing
QA, Test Automation, Security
Work Experience
QA - 508 Trusted Tester/Compliance Specialist, Web Accessibility Audit and Compliance for Forest Service - USDA
Duration: Sept 2023 – May 2025
Summary: Oversaw web and mobile application accessibility compliance at Guidehouse Digital, LLC for the Forest Service - USDA.
Responsibilities: Conducted detailed web accessibility audits, identified 500+ non-compliance issues and created a remediation roadmap. Managed full defect lifecycle and authored Section 508 compliance documentation.
Technologies: WCAG 2.1, Section 508
Quality Assurance Analyst, Quality Assurance for Curriculum Development Platforms
Duration: April 2017 - August 2023
Summary: Lead QA Analyst at Florida Virtual School, focused on ensuring WCAG compliance and influencing product development.
Responsibilities: Managed accessibility lifecycle for FLVS platforms, conducted WCAG audits, and provided strategic guidance on product development, design, and vendor relations.
Technologies: WCAG 2.0/2.1
Founder & Lead Web Accessibility Expert, Comprehensive Accessibility Solutions Provision
Duration: June 2025 – Present
Summary: Founder and Lead Web Accessibility Expert at AccessAbility Bootcamp providing a full range of digital accessibility solutions.
Responsibilities: Led delivery of accessibility solutions, wrote and updated policies and procedures, and drove change by setting accessibility processes leading to remediation of thousands of accessibility defects.
Technologies: WCAG 2.1 AA, Section 508
Education
- Masters in Management Information Systems
- Bachelors in Marketing and Management
Certification
- Certificate in Import and Export Management