Profectus is seeking multiple experienced Senior Test Analysts to support software testing and quality assurance within an Australian Government agency. You will determine and carry out testing activities to validate the design and behaviour of systems and services, working closely with development teams and business stakeholders. The work covers test strategy and planning, system integration testing, user acceptance testing and defect management.
Key Responsibilities
Liaise with stakeholders to understand business risks and impacts, and define clear, measurable acceptance criteria for new or enhanced software features
Work with development teams to understand system architecture, integrations, constraints, infrastructure and the downstream impacts of change
Design, maintain and execute test strategies, test plans and test cases, including regression testing
Perform system integration testing and user acceptance testing for current features, enhancements and defect fixes
Identify, analyse, log and prioritise defects, and verify fixes through re-testing
Maintain full traceability between requirements, acceptance criteria, test scenarios and test cases
Select, apply and document suitable test techniques and methodologies to achieve effective test coverage
Produce and maintain test artefacts, including test plans, reports and metrics
Make sure acceptance criteria and definition of done are understood, agreed, documented and met
Lead and coordinate testing activities, including allocating work, setting priorities and evaluating testing outcomes against business objectives
Required Experience




Demonstrated experience as a Senior Test Analyst in complex delivery programs
ISTQB certification or equivalent practical testing experience
Hands‐on experience with Jira and Confluence for test and work management
Experience managing defects through their full lifecycle, from identification to verified closure
Strong understanding of cloud-based environments and system integration concepts, including dependencies and downstream impacts of change
Experience delivering system integration testing, user acceptance testing and regression testing
Experience maintaining traceability between requirements, acceptance criteria and test cases
Ability to present technical and testing information clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Desirable Experience
Experience on Defence or national security programs
Experience leading or coordinating a small test team
Exposure to test automation tools and practices
Experience producing test metrics and reporting for program governance
Advanced ISTQB certification (e.g. Test Analyst or Test Manager)
Security Clearance Requirements
Must be an Australian Citizen
Must have a current AGSVA Positive Vetting (TSPV) Security Clearance
Working Arrangements
Onsite
Canberra or Melbourne
Why Profectus
Profectus partners with Australian Government agencies to deliver trusted ICT capability across complex delivery programs. We take a long term, relationship driven approach, supporting our people across the full lifecycle of their engagement while contributing to outcomes of national importance.
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📌 Senior Test Analyst (Canberra)
🏢 Profectus
📍 Canberra