RFQ-ASD-LH-02798 Senior Test Analyst

Due to the nature of clients we work with here at Kinexus and the projects these roles will be based on, an Australian Government Top Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) clearance is essential.

These opportunities do not have the ability to obtain sponsorship for a security clearance (including applicants who currently hold a security clearance seeking to upgrade).

ABOUT THIS ROLE

The Test Practitioner's role is key to ensure project deliverables are aligned to requirements, and ensuring testing is appropriately rigorous over the life of the project. The Test team member is to provide customer-focused quality assurance outcomes, support the delivery team and proactively contributes to successful project outcomes.

The successful candidate will implement the project's test management plan in accordance with network and change-management standards established by the stakeholders. Testers will make use of available test automation tools where available, and an ability to develop a test harness is desirable.

Estimated start date: Thursday, 31 July 2025

Initial contract duration: 12 months

Extension term: 12 months

Number of extensions: 2

Location of work: ACT

Working arrangements: ACT, 5 days a week in the office. Candidates must be willing to undergo ASD's Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) prior to engagement. Candidates required to have PV clearance.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) is the federal agency responsible for foreign signals intelligence, cyber warfare and information security. ASD's purpose is to defend Australia from global threats and help advance our national interests.

Situated in Canberra, ASD employs over 2000 TSPV cleared workers. ASD's workforce is growing rapidly. Areas of growth include PMO, cyber security, systems administration and engineering, software development and network engineering.

A top-security, complex and highly technical environment, ASD plays a vital role in the defence of Australia. Long contracts (12 months+) available.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Planning, designing, managing, executing and reporting of tests
• Functional testing of capabilities or features
• Non-functional testing of qualities such as - but not limited to - performance, security, access, backup and recovery, archiving and retention, robustness, availability, capacity, scalability, reliability, performance, stress, volume, maintainability and portability
• Static testing and static analysis
• Managing risks associated with testing and taking preventative action when needed
• Adopting and adapting testing methods including waterfall, incremental or agile approaches
• Conforming to agreed process standards, industry-specific regulations and data protection legislation
• Engineering, using and maintaining testware to measure and improve the quality of the software being tested
• Promoting productivity through test automation, tools and best practices
• Developing scalable and reliable automated tests and frameworks

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree in a relatable ICT field
• At least 5 years' experience in testing environment for capability programs Desirable:
• Experience managing complex capability investment acquisition and/or sustainment projects

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE NEEDED

• Selects appropriate testing approach, including manual and automated testing. Develops and executes test plans and test cases. Implements scalable and reliable automated tests and frameworks. Collaborates across parties involved in product, systems or service design and development to enable comprehensive test coverage. Identifies improvements in requirements, design or specification processes to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of testing. Analyses and reports on test activities, results, issues and risks, including the work of others.
• Selects appropriate tools and techniques to evaluate user experiences of systems, products, services or devices. Validates that security, usability and accessibility requirements have been met. Checks operational systems, products, services or devices for changes in usability and accessibility needs. Interprets and presents results of evaluations, prioritises issues and reports on remedial actions. Collates input for future user research.
• Develops acceptance criteria related to functional and non-functional requirements, business processes, features, user stories and business rules. Designs, specifies and executes test cases and scenarios to test that systems, products and services fulfil the acceptance criteria and deliver the predicted business benefits. Collaborates with project colleagues and stakeholders involved in the analysis, development and operation of products, systems or services to ensure accuracy and comprehensive test coverage. Analyses and reports on test activities, results, issues and risks including the work of others.
• Australian Citizenship and a TSPV security clearance is essential

BENEFITS

Why work for ASD?

• Work on interesting and prestigious projects vital to the ongoing defence of Australia.
• Flexible work environment; work the hours that suit you between 7am and 7pm.
• Low attrition rate: the great variety of projects and opportunities across different business areas ensure few workers leave ASD.
• Long contracts available.
• Fantastic growth opportunities available at any stage of your career.

Why Kinexus?

• Kinexus has been supplying TSPV contractors to government panels since 2004 and have a strong relationship with them. We are one of just 9 suppliers Australia-wide.
• Our experience in managing contractors in defence/national security industries means we understand the requirements from the Commonwealth, insurances and clearances.
• DISP accredited; we can hold clearances and manage renewals.
• Dedicated account manager (me!) who is your dedicated POC and offer continuous contractor care.
• Rate negotiation guidance in line with the SFIA framework.
• Dedicated payroll assistant who facilitates your taxes and super.
• We proactively chase timesheet approvers to ensure you get paid on-time and error free.
• Regular visits to Canberra for coffee, lunches and quarterly drinks events.
• We can facilitate novated car leases, LAFHA or salary sacrifice.
• We'll keep you up to date with the most appropriate, interesting opportunities in your field.
• Community matters. Kinexus supports women in Defence through our female mentoring program and rewards referrers through our Referral Rewards scheme.
• Support for your health and wellness through counselling support (EAP) available for all contractors and their families.

Kinexus is the leading recruitment partner to the defence industry in Australia. We support our community in making intelligent connections and create opportunities to help grow careers.

All applications should include your resume as a word document. For more information, visit our website, www.kinexus.com.au or contact Cindace Prasad at 0449 511 324. #LI-CP