Quality Assurance Tester - Join Robert Half in Poughkeepsie, NY

Robert Half is seeking a skilled Quality Assurance Tester to lead testing efforts for our critical Business Continuity Disaster Recovery (BCP DR) project in Poughkeepsie, New York. This full-time role offers an exciting opportunity to ensure the highest standards of system reliability and resilience in a dynamic IT environment. With a focus on comprehensive DR testing, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering seamless failover capabilities and robust continuity planning for enterprise applications. If you're passionate about quality assurance testing, DR BCP strategies, and thrive in high-stakes project delivery, apply now for this Quality Assurance Tester position at Robert Half.

About the Role

As the Quality Assurance & Testing Lead for the BCP DR project, you'll oversee all testing activities to guarantee successful project execution. Based in Poughkeepsie, NY, this position demands expertise in creating detailed test plans, traceability matrices, and defect management processes tailored to disaster recovery scenarios. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate complex application ecosystems, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal recovery performance. Robert Half values professionals who excel in Jira-based test management and can independently drive quality deliverables. This role is perfect for QA testers with a strong background in interconnected systems testing, offering exposure to cutting-edge DR technologies and enterprise-level projects.

Key Responsibilities

Your day-to-day responsibilities as a Quality Assurance Tester will include:

• Developing a comprehensive DR test plan that encompasses all applications and critical business processes.
• Building and maintaining a Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM) linking DR requirements to measurable expected outcomes.
• Crafting detailed test scripts for connectivity checks, workflow continuity, integration testing, and end-to-end scenarios.
• Performing rigorous validation of failover and failback sequences to confirm they operate flawlessly under stress conditions.
• Capturing and documenting test results with timestamped screenshots, logs, and performance metrics.
• Identifying DR-specific defects such as latency issues, connectivity failures, and configuration discrepancies between production and DR environments.
• Documenting defects comprehensively, including reproduction steps, test data, screenshots, and impact analysis.
• Maintaining daily defect logs, interactive dashboards, and providing actionable remediation recommendations to stakeholders.
• Compiling the final DR readiness certification package, featuring auditor-ready documentation, timelines, results summaries, and evidence artifacts.

These responsibilities ensure our clients achieve compliance and operational excellence in business continuity planning.

Required Qualifications

To succeed in this Quality Assurance Tester role at Robert Half, you should possess:

• Demonstrated expertise in building Requirement Traceability Matrices (RTM) that map requirements to validation results.
• Proven track record designing test scenarios and cases covering functional, technical, and DR-specific requirements.
• Hands-on experience validating large-scale, interdependent application environments with multiple upstream/downstream integrations.
• Strong proficiency developing structured end-to-end test plans aligned with disaster recovery objectives.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder reporting and documentation.
• Ability to multitask effectively and deliver high-quality results independently under tight deadlines.
• Advanced proficiency with Jira for test case management, defect tracking, reporting, and dashboard creation.
• Familiarity with DR testing best practices, including failover protocols, latency analysis, and environment parity checks.

Experience in enterprise IT projects, particularly those involving BCP/DR, will set you apart as a top candidate for this Poughkeepsie-based opportunity.

Why Join Us at Robert Half?

Robert Half offers more than just a job—it's a career launchpad in the heart of Poughkeepsie, NY. Enjoy competitive compensation around $42.75/hour (estimated $75,000-$95,000 annually), comprehensive benefits including health coverage, 401(k) matching, and generous PTO. Our commitment to professional growth means access to training in advanced QA methodologies, DR certifications, and leadership development. Join a collaborative team dedicated to innovation in quality assurance testing and business continuity solutions. With Robert Half's global reach and local expertise, you'll contribute to mission-critical projects that safeguard businesses against disruptions. Apply today and elevate your QA career in disaster recovery testing!

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