About the job RQ08195 - Specialized IT Consultant - SeniorResponsibilitiesWorks in partnership with clients, advising them on information technology in order to meet their business objectives or overcome problems, work to improve structure and efficiency of an organizations I&IT systems. The I&IT Consultant may be used to provide strategic guidance to organizations with regard to Information Management & IT technology, IT infrastructures and the enablement of major business processes through enhancements to IT. Provides subject matter expertise in their field and highly expert technical assistance.General SkillsActs as the technical advisor/expert on all aspects of a specific deliverableProvide the quality assurance/quality control of specific deliverablesAnticipates and resolves problems to ensure that the deliverables are completed within budget, to the highest quality, meeting or exceeding expectationsDevelops processes and procedures for implementing deliverablesPrepares reports and presentations including options, recommendations, implementation plans, etc.Works with clients to define the scope of a project and to determine requirementsDefines software, hardware and network requirementsAnalyzes I&IT requirements giving independent and objective advice on the use of I&ITDesigns, tests, installs and monitors new systems and develops solutions and implementation of new systemsFamiliar with change-management principles and methodologyKnowledge and understanding of Information Management principles, concepts, policies and practicesRequired Knowledge / SkillsThe key responsibilities and deliverables to be performed by the senior (level 3) Specialized IT Consultant include, but are not limited to, the following:LeadershipEstablish and evolve formal QA processes and test tools for the branch based on industry best practicesEnsure that all teams are aligned and adhere to the principles, guidelines and best practices of the QA strategy as definedProvide expertise to the branch on test processes and test toolsProvide guidance on non-functional testing including performance, stress, and AODADevelop, establish, and baseline approaches and templates that will be leveraged by all teams, for: All test documentation including test strategies, test plans, test cases, test scripts, and metricsDefect management and metricsAODA testingEnsure all project teams are informed of changes in branch test approaches, tools, and processesLead and mentor QA team members and provide guidance to project QA team membersKeep up-to-date with the latest QA tools, trends and technologies and provide demos to the branchDefine scope of regression activities for both patch and full releasesIdentify impacts and ensure traceability between defects/new requirements and test coverage is documentedEnsure quality data testing, including validating new test data and changes in test dataEstablish well-defined entry and exit criteria for QA testingWork with all project QA teams to ensure alignment and adherence to best practices,



methodologies and common approaches to all forms of testingCollaborate with the project QA team and business team to review SIT and UAT test cases to identify gaps/duplication of test coverageProviding recommendations to Project Leads/Sr. Project Managers as to the acceptance or rejection of any new or changed system components that may impact other applications within the platformSupport the project BA/team leads in understanding defects to ensure appropriate prioritization with the business teamParticipate in discussions with the business regarding any changes to business and/or system requirements, with the purpose of understanding potential changes in test scope and impacts to other applications within the platformSupport the analysis of existing business processes, design and recommend process improvements to effectively harness the perks of using the application(s).Provide input and complete architectural artifacts as required; Support projectBAs in analyzing systems requirements, screen design, workflow design, gap analysis, testing, and change management in support of any application changes; Work with designers, developers, and testers at various stages of SDLC to ensure that any changes or enhancements are fully regression tested and validated; Work collaboratively with other project groups to ensure optimal integration as required; Participate in discussions with Infrastructure Technology Services (ITS), Cyber Security Division (CSD), I&IT Accessibility Centre of Excellence (ACOE), and Information Privacy and Archives (IPA) Division to ensure the application remains compliant with all applicable GO-ITS standards; GeneralUnderstanding existing Data Collection application functionality and specifications; Complete work and achieve milestones within the assigned deadlines; Notify the Cluster/Ministry Project Manager in writing of any issues or other material concerns related to the assigned deliverables, as soon as the he/she becomes aware of them; Submit deliverables for the Cluster/Ministry approval as they are completed; Provide knowledge and skills transfer to a designated Cluster/Ministry staffComplianceComply with the Ontario Government and the Cluster/Ministry security procedures and practices; Comply with theOntario Government and the Cluster/Ministry architecture/technology standards and best practices; Comply with theOntario Government and the Cluster/Ministry Conflict of Interest and Confidentiality Guidelines; Comply with theOntario Government I&IT Directive, Operational Policy on the I&IT Project Gateway Process, and other applicable Guidelines,



Standards and ProceduresOther Experience and SkillsA minimum of 5+ years of experience in a test lead capacityA minimum of 10+ years of experience as an IT system testerDemonstrated working experience in structured methodologies for the development, design, testing, implementation, and maintenance of applications.Extensive test experience involving IAM solutions, including Microsoft Entra ID & Oracle IAM solutionsDemonstrated working experience to understand and analyze business requirements, non-functional requirements, and systems response documents in order to design and execute test plans and test suites (including test cases) to ensure system is properly functioning and that business requirements are met.Demonstrated working experience to write test plans and test cases that are well-structured, easy to maintain, and easily understood by developers, business analysts, and clients.Demonstrated understanding and experience with validating the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)requirements in web-based applicationsDemonstrated ability to use AODA testing tools and interpreting the results, including being able to explain the business impactsExtensive experience testing web-based applications and reporting defects as required; Demonstrated leading all regression and specialized testing (e.G. performance, load, security)Demonstrated working experience supporting business users working on projects or programs involving multiple highly inter-dependent applications and/or data sources; Participate in the resolution of problems/issues with business clients and other teams in order to ensure systems are maintained as per service level agreements; Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills; verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal and negotiation skills; A team player with the ability to lead and coordinate multiple projects with competing priorities and strict deadlines; andDemonstrated working experience in dealing with system solutions related to funding calculations, financial information management, and web-based n-tier technology implementation.Proficient with tools (e.G. PL/SQL, UFT), analyzing and logging test results, documenting and monitoring resolution of system variances using an automated problem management systemKnowledge TransferMUST10+ years of experience in manual and automated testing and testing methodologiesDemonstrated 5+ years of experience in test lead experience, defining and establishing common QA processes and tools to be leveraged across multiple teamsExtensive test experience involving IAM solutions, including Microsoft Entra ID & Oracle IAM solutionsStrong technical skills and experience in leading QA experience with BI solutions (e.G. Microsoft Power BI or Cognos)Demonstrated experience leading AODA testing and regression testing efforts using a variety of accessibility software (for example JAWS, Compliance Sheriff and web accessibility tool kit)

📌 Rq08195 - Specialized It Consultant - Senior (Ottawa)
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📍 Ottawa