RFQ ID: LH-01381 ASD 2025

Due to the nature of clients we work with here at Kinexus and the projects these roles will be based on, an Australian Government Top Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) clearance is essential.

These opportunities do not have the ability to obtain sponsorship for a security clearance (including applicants who currently hold a security clearance seeking to upgrade).

ABOUT THIS ROLE

ASD requires 2 x Software Testers. Software Testers determine and then carry out testing activities to validate the design and behaviour of systems and services.

The Software Testers will be responsible under general direction for creating and executing fit for purpose test plans and test cases, in accordance with the project's testing strategy. The Software Testers will ensure traceability to requirements, manage defects, provide regular process reporting and work collaboratively with delivery staff to coordinate testing and regression activities.

• Estimated start date: 01 July 2025
• Initial contract duration: 12 months
• Extension term: 12 months
• Number of extensions: 2
• Location of work: ACT
• Working arrangements: Onsite. WFH cannot be accommodated. Intestate candidates cannot be accommodated. Candidates must be willing to undergo ASD's PV Validation process prior to engagement

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) is the federal agency responsible for foreign signals intelligence, cyber warfare and information security. ASD's purpose is to defend Australia from global threats and help advance our national interests.

Situated in Canberra, ASD employs over 2000 TSPV cleared workers. ASD's workforce is growing rapidly. Areas of growth include PMO, cyber security, systems administration and engineering, software development and network engineering.

A top-security, complex and highly technical environment, ASD plays a vital role in the defence of Australia. Long contracts (12 months+) available.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and execute fit for purpose test plans and test cases, in accordance with the project's testing strategy.
• Document traceability between requirements and test cases.
• Document test scripts, materials and regression test packs to test new and amended software or services.
• Automate testing activities where possible, including through the development of bespoke test harnesses.
• Specify requirements for environment, data, resources and tools to facilitate efficient and effective testing. Interpret, execute and document complex test scripts using agreed methods and standards.
• Record and analyse actions and results, maintain a defect register and work closely with the delivery team to progress defect resolutions and regression testing.
• Provide reports on testing progress, anomalies, risks and issues.
• Report on system quality and collect metrics on test cases.
• Work collaboratively and constructively as part of an Agile delivery team to ensure the timely delivery of quality ICT capability.
• Work with fellow team members to improve business processes and share knowledge.

Candidates must have the following technical skills:

• Testing experience in an Agile software delivery environment.

Candidates should have the following:

• Experience within complex projects providing testing support.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE NEEDED

ESSENTIAL:

1. Quality assurance:

Contributes to the collection of evidence and the conduct of formal audits or reviews of activities. Examines records for evidence that appropriate testing and other quality control activities have taken place. Determines compliance with organisational directives, standards and procedures and identifies non-compliances, non-conformances and abnormal occurrences.

2. Testing:

Plans and drives testing activities across all stages and iterations of product, systems and service development. Provides authoritative advice and guidance on any aspect of test planning and execution. Adopts and adapts appropriate testing methods, automated tools and techniques to solve problems in tools and testing approaches. Measures and monitors applications of standards for testing. Assesses risks and takes preventative action. Identifies improvements and contributes to the development of organisational policies, standards, and guidelines for testing.

3. User experience evaluation:

Evaluates design options and prototypes to obtain user feedback on requirements of developing systems, products, services or devices. Tests the usability and accessibility of components and alternative designs. Administers a range of evaluations, recording data and feedback. Analyses evaluation data and recommends actions. Identifies areas for future user research. Checks systems, products, services or devices for adherence to applicable standards, guidelines, style guides, and legislation. Evaluates the usability of existing or competitor systems to provide benchmark values and as input to design.

Australian Citizenship and a TSPV security clearance is essential

DESIRABLE:

1. Business situation analysis:

Investigates straightforward business situations to identify and analyse problems and opportunities. Contributes to the recommendation of improvements. Follows agreed standards and techniques to investigate, analyse and document business situations. Engages with stakeholders under direction.


BENEFITS

Why work for ASD?

• Work on interesting and prestigious projects vital to the ongoing defence of Australia.
  
• Flexible work environment; work the hours that suit you between 7am and 7pm.
  
• Low attrition rate: the great variety of projects and opportunities across different business areas ensure few workers leave ASD.
  
• Long contracts available.
  
• Fantastic growth opportunities available at any stage of your career

Why Kinexus?

• Kinexus has been supplying TSPV contractors to government panels since 2004 and have a strong relationship with them. We are one of just 9 suppliers Australia-wide.
  
• Our experience in managing contractors in defence/national security industries means we understand the requirements from the Commonwealth, insurances and clearances.
  
• DISP accredited; we can hold clearances and manage renewals.
  
• Dedicated account manager (me!) who is your dedicated POC and offer continuous contractor care.
  
• Rate negotiation guidance in line with the SFIA framework.
  
• Dedicated payroll assistant who facilitates your taxes and super.
  
• We proactively chase timesheet approvers to ensure you get paid on-time and error free.
  
• Regular visits to Canberra for coffee, lunches and quarterly drinks events.
  
• We can facilitate novated car leases, LAFHA or salary sacrifice.
  
• We'll keep you up to date with the most appropriate, interesting opportunities in your field.
  
• Community matters. Kinexus supports women in Defence through our female mentoring program and rewards referrers through our Referral Rewards scheme.
  
• Support for your health and wellness through counselling support (EAP) available for all contractors and their families.

Kinexus is the leading recruitment partner to the defence industry in Australia. We support our community in making intelligent connections and create opportunities to help grow careers.

All applications should include your resume as a word document. For more information, visit our website, www.kinexus.com.au or contact Cindace Prasad at 0449 511 324. #LI-CP