QA Lead

We are seeking a QA Lead on behalf of our Public Sector client for a 6 month contract. The successful the candidate ensure quality oversight for IT infrastructure upgrades, cybersecurity initiatives, and enterprise technology projects.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality management frameworks
• Conduct risk assessments and provide recommendations to mitigate quality-related risks.
• Oversee solution acceptance activities, including System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and cutover validation.
• Develop and maintain QA/Test Strategies and Product Test Plans to support project goals.
• Manage test case development, execution, and defect tracking for enterprise IT, cybersecurity, cloud solutions, and business applications.
• Lead post-go-live Hypercare and warranty testing, ensuring system stability and performance.
• Supervise automated test script creation and execution, ensuring scalability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with program managers, security teams, and business stakeholders to maintain quality standards.
• Enhance QA methodologies, incorporating Agile, DevOps, and industry best practices.
• Ensure adherence to project management methodologies, supporting documentation and process improvement initiatives.
• Provide expert guidance on project quality assurance, cybersecurity compliance, and IT best practices.
• Manage relationships with external vendors and technology partners to ensure seamless integration of third-party solutions.
• Lead a team of QA analysts, engineers, and subject matter experts, providing mentorship and performance oversight.

Qualifications and Skills

• 10+ years of experience in quality management, software testing, and QA leadership within IT projects.
• Strong knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, including Agile, DevOps, and Waterfall frameworks.
• Expertise in IT security and infrastructure testing.
• Proven experience in test case management, defect tracking, and test automation.
• Experience with large-scale system integrations, including HRIS, payroll, ERP, and financial reporting systems.
• Proficiency in risk assessment, quality auditing, and compliance validation.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Quality Assurance certifications (ISTQB, Six Sigma, or equivalent) preferred.

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience working in a unionized environment.
• Familiarity with IT governance frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL, or NIST.
• Previous experience in public sector or transportation-related projects.
• Knowledge of cloud security best practices.