Our client is a high-profile government agency at the forefront of national security and intelligence. Operating in a dynamic and highly secure environment, the agency plays a critical role in safeguarding Australia’s interests through advanced data capabilities and strategic operations. This is a great opportunity to contribute to a mission of national importance, working with cutting-edge technologies and sensitive information in a role that directly impacts Australia's safety and prosperity.
About the Role
We are seeking experienced Software Testers to work within the organisation:
You will:
- Develop and Execute Tests: Create and run test plans and cases aligned with the project's testing strategy, including automation and bespoke test harnesses where applicable.
- Maintain Documentation: Record traceability between requirements and test cases, and document test scripts, materials, and regression packs.
- Environment and Resource Planning: Specify needs for testing environments, data, tools, and resources to ensure efficient and effective testing.
- Defect Management: Execute complex test scripts, log and analyze results, maintain a defect register, and collaborate with the delivery team to resolve issues.
- Perform additional testing tasks as required within the scope of the assigned APS level and business needs.
The Successful Candidate
- Will have testing experience in an Agile software development/delivery envinronment
- Ideally have a testing certification
What’s on Offer
- A unique opportunity to contribute to national security.
- A long-term contract with potential extensions.
- Competitive hourly rates and a supportive team culture.
Why partner with Whizdom?
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
- We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
- We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We’ve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
- We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.
Location: The role can be based from ACT, QLD or VIC.
Contract terms: 12 months from commencement date, plus potential extensions
Security Requirements: Current NV1, NV2 and TSPV clearance required.
How to Apply: Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.
Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks.
Applications open until 4pm 10 October 2025.
Reach Zarina on 0480 002 504 or zarinaf@whizdom.com.au for any further information.
