Quality Assurance Analyst

Job Description

• We are looking for a talented Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst with a solid background in Information Technology to support mission-critical systems and ensure compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) and Navy Marine Corps Intranet (NMCI) standards.
• The QA Analyst will be crucial in verifying the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of deliverables, projects, and processes throughout the software and system lifecycle.
• This position requires extensive experience with NMCI business processes, and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project.
• Advanced user of Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables, macros, data modeling, and dashboarding) is essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, preferably Project Net v6 or higher, is required.
• Familiarity with NMCI-ACTR systems and processes is highly preferred.
• Lead QA efforts across IT system development, implementation, and sustainment projects, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, DoD standards, and NMCI policies.
• Analyze NMCI ACTR documentation to verify alignment with current NMCI provisioning rules, technical baselines, and operational directives.
• Develop and maintain QA plans, test procedures, checklists, traceability matrices, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Evaluate deliverables and work products for consistency, accuracy, and completeness; initiate corrective action when deviations are identified.
• Utilize Microsoft Project and Excel-based tools to track project milestones, schedules, and QA checkpoints.
• Coordinate and support audits, reviews, and inspections related to quality assurance, including Configuration Control Boards (CCB), Technical Review Boards (TRB), and Acceptance Reviews.
• Provide expert-level support in data analysis, performance metric reporting, and documentation of trends impacting system or process quality.
• Act as a liaison with NMCI representatives, internal engineering teams, and customer stakeholders to ensure timely resolution of QA issues.
• Prepare formal reports and presentations summarizing quality trends, issues, and proposed improvements.
• In-depth knowledge of NMCI environment, including provisioning, ACTR, and user support workflows is highly beneficial.
• Strong understanding of IT lifecycle management, CMMI, ISO 9001, or Six Sigma principles (certification is a plus).
• Demonstrated ability to conduct process gap analyses and recommend improvements to QA processes.
• Experience with automated QA testing tools and defect tracking systems is preferred.
• Must exhibit excellent attention to detail, analytical thinking, and strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Possess strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments under tight deadlines.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Valid certification of an IAT-2 technical level with one of the following: Security+, Global Information Assurance Certification's (GIAC) Security Essentials (GSEC), or (ISC)2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP).
• 2+ years experience with NMCI Business Processes and Rules, with expertise in MS Excel and MS Project NET v6 or higher preferred. NMCI-ACTR experience is also preferred.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• A Secret security clearance is required.

Degree Requirements:

• Preferred: B.S. in Information Technology, Information Systems, or Computer Science.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

ORBIS offers an excellent benefits package and a competitive salary in a professional atmosphere.