ITCON Services is seeking to hire a motivated, driven, and technically knowledgeable Mid-Level Quality Assurance Specialist to join our team. The Mid-Level Quality Assurance Specialist will be instrumental in driving excellence in software testing activities, reviewing test cases, requirements, functional and design documents, and ensuring accuracy and alignment with acceptance criteria. The ideal candidate will also be responsible for ensuring adherence to quality standards and implementing quality control practices across teams, projects, and companies.

Responsibilities of the Quality Assurance Specialist include, but are not limited to:

• Review test plans, test cases, requirements, functional and design documents, and ensure accuracy and alignment with acceptance criteria.
• Plug into software testing activities following Agile-based methodologies, collaborating closely with Design and Development teams.
• Analyze and translate functional business requirements from stakeholders into detailed tasks for Design and Development teams.
• Lead the implementation of quality control (QC) practices across all projects, ensuring adherence to defined acceptance criteria.
• Ensure expert-level understanding and application of SDLC best practices throughout the development lifecycle.
• Serve as an Agile practitioner, applying Agile methodologies to drive efficient and effective project delivery.
• Assist in ISO internal audits and compliance checks to ensure programs operate in accordance with internal and corporate QC guidelines.
• Conduct thorough research and analysis to identify potential improvements and optimize quality processes.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and quickly adapt to learn new technologies as required.
• Thrive in a collaborative team environment, contributing to a positive and motivated work culture.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, efficiently multitasking and moving them forward

At ITCON, we offer competitive compensation, paid training and development opportunities, healthcare benefits that start on your first day, commuter benefits, work-life balance, and the opportunity to work alongside an amazing and growing team.

• Applicant must be a permanent resident or citizen of the United States and clearable for Public Trust clearance with the U.S Government.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as a Quality Assurance Analyst.
• Strong ability to analyze and translate functional business requirements into detailed tasks.
• Strong testing skills.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Expert-level understanding of SDLC and best practices.
• Agile practitioner with experience in Agile methodologies.
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies.
• Certified CMMI Associate and ISO 9001 experience.
• Experience in ISO internal auditing and compliance checks.
• Proven experience in implementing quality standards across teams, projects, and companies.
• Excellent research and analytical skills.
• Self-motivated and thrives in a collaborative team environment.
• Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks efficiently.

Desired Skills and Qualifications

• Experience with Federal Government Customers
• Agile certification
• ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Certification
• CMMI Associate certification