Quality Assurance Analyst

About the Role

Our Client is seeking a Quality Assurance Analyst with project lead responsibilities to drive high‑priority IT initiatives. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Chief Information Officer and cross‑functional teams to ensure that project deliverables meet stringent quality standards. You will embed yourself in the business to understand project details, manage risks, and maintain clear communication with stakeholders. Your work will directly impact the effectiveness of our Client’s health and human services programs, ensuring reliable and secure technology solutions for the state. This position offers a dynamic hybrid environment, blending onsite collaboration with remote flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive test plans and test cases for IT projects.
• Lead the creation and execution of project plans, ensuring milestones are met on time and within scope.
• Identify, document, and track defects using industry‑standard defect tracking tools.
• Manage project risks and issues, implementing mitigation strategies to keep projects on track.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to gather requirements and deliverables.
• Report project status, quality metrics, and risk updates to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Facilitate communication between technical and non‑technical teams to ensure alignment.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for testing processes and project management practices.
• Ensure compliance with security, privacy, and quality standards throughout the project lifecycle.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in quality assurance or software testing roles.
• At least 3 years of project management experience, preferably in IT or health‑services environments.
• Strong proficiency with SharePoint for document management and collaboration.
• Hands‑on experience with test management tools such as JIRA, TestRail, or HP ALM.
• Solid understanding of Agile and Waterfall project methodologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Experience with SQL or database querying is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Tools & Technologies

• SharePoint – for document collaboration and version control.
• JIRA – for issue tracking and project management.
• TestRail – for test case management and execution.
• Project – for scheduling and resource planning.
• Teams – for virtual meetings and collaboration.
• Excel – for data analysis, reporting, and metrics.
• SQL – for data validation and reporting.
• Git – for version control of test scripts and documentation.

Work Schedule & Duration

• Contract length: 12 months with possibility for extension.
• Hybrid work arrangement: 4 days onsite at Columbia, SC office and 1 day remote.
• Start date: October 27, 2026.
• Two openings available.

Interview Process

The selection process includes a single virtual interview conducted via an online platform. Candidates will be evaluated on their QA expertise, project management experience, and communication skills.

Position Details

• Employment Type: Contract
• Duration: Approximately 12 months (with potential for extension)
• Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States