QA Analyst, PEDM

Freddie Mac; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking a Quality Assurance professional for a hybrid work opportunity in Chicago. This role involves executing detailed manual testing, collaborating with engineers, and ensuring software quality standards are met. Candidates with strong attention to detail and a passion for QA methodologies will thrive in this dynamic environment, driving the quality of security-focused products.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Above-market annual bonuses

Generous PTO plan

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of QA methodologies including functional, integration, and system testing.
• Experience working with RESTful APIs and testing tools.
• Ability to document and communicate test results clearly.

Responsibilities

• Execute manual testing focusing on API responses and backend workflows.
• Design, document, and maintain test plans and scripts.
• Identify and track bugs in Jira with reproduction steps.

Skills

Attention to detail

Software quality

QA methodologies

RESTful APIs

Documentation

Tools

Postman

Jira

AWS

Job description

Employer Industry: Cybersecurity

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
- Work remotely with the flexibility of a hybrid schedule for candidates in specific metro areas
- Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- Above-market annual bonuses
- Generous PTO plan that honors commitment and seniority, including paid Bereavement/Jury Duty

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Execute manual testing across PEDM services and interfaces, focusing on API responses, backend workflows, and security configurations
- Design, document, and maintain detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts
- Perform integration, functional, and regression testing on new features, system updates, and third-party integrations
- Collaborate with engineers and product managers to understand technical requirements and product use cases
- Identify, document, and track bugs in Jira, ensuring complete and clear reproduction steps

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Strong attention to detail and a passion for software quality
- Foundational knowledge of QA methodologies including functional, integration, and system testing
- Experience working with RESTful APIs and testing tools such as Postman or Insomnia
- Basic familiarity with backend systems, logs, and cloud-based architectures (AWS knowledge is a plus)
- Ability to clearly document and communicate test results and bugs

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Exposure to security-related testing or working in a security-focused product environment
- Understanding of RBAC (Role-Based Access Control), encryption standards, or IAM (Identity and Access Management)
- Familiarity with test automation frameworks or scripting languages
- Experience with CI/CD environments and QA in Agile workflows

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