Senior IT Quality Assurance Analyst

OverviewResponsible for leading independent quality checks and the development of methods to measure the quality and performance of the functional testing processes. Leads testing and evaluation activities that identify issues, trends and gaps in existing programs. Provides and independent assessment of the programs, policies and procedures tested and provides feedback to management. Responsible for the creation of Quality Assurance (QA) testing strategy and documentation, while collaborating with the project teams to create the project test plan. Works with project and development teams on the testing timeline and schedule to ensure coordination across multiple groups. Evaluates the testing environment setup to ensure all requirements are met. Serves as a mentor to less experienced teammates and leads testing meetings and routines. Ultimately responsible for all testing activities within a project to ensure the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) QA activities are followed and artifacts are created to be compliant with the Bank's SDLC requirements. ResponsibilitiesIndependent Testing & Validation - Writes test cases based on requirements and user stories provided and performs manual testing as needed. Creates testing plans and test cases and loads them into the appropriate tools. Participates in defect meetings and overall project plan routines to present analysis on current defects as well as re-tested defects.Data Analysis - Sources, compiles and interprets data. Analyzes data for accuracy and efficiency, and effectively communicates analysis output.Risk Management - Contributes to the mitigation of risk in the Information Technology organization by thoroughly testing and performing quality checks of existing programs, policies and procedures.Business Strategy - Assists in leading the Quality Assurance testing teams by creating test plans, developing the testing timelines and schedules, and coordinating workstreams across multiple teams. QualificationsBachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience in Quality Assurance experience in a Financial Services organization OR High School Diploma or GED and 10 years of experience in Quality Assurance experience in a Financial Services organizationBenefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at benefits.Independent Testing & Validation - Writes test cases based on requirements and user stories provided and performs manual testing as needed. Creates testing plans and test cases and loads them into the appropriate tools. Participates in defect meetings and overall project plan routines to present analysis on current defects as well as re-tested defects.Data Analysis - Sources, compiles and interprets data. Analyzes data for accuracy and efficiency, and effectively communicates analysis output.Risk Management - Contributes to the mitigation of risk in the Information Technology organization by thoroughly testing and performing quality checks of existing programs, policies and procedures.Business Strategy - Assists in leading the Quality Assurance testing teams by creating test plans, developing the testing timelines and schedules, and coordinating workstreams across multiple teams. Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience in Quality Assurance experience in a Financial Services organization OR High School Diploma or GED and 10 years of experience in Quality Assurance experience in a Financial Services organizationBenefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at benefits.