Business Analyst-Tester
Apex Systems, New York, NY, United States
The Family Services Support Branch is seeking an experienced
IT Application Tester
to support a largescale IT system used across statewide Foster Care and Adoption programs. This role requires strong analytical skills, the ability to manage deadlines, and the independence to work with minimal supervision.
Key Responsibilities
Testing & Quality Assurance
Develop and maintain test plans, test cases, and test scripts.
Perform functional, regression, integration, and data testing for Foster Care and Adoption applications.
Validate system functionality against user stories, requirements, and acceptance criteria.
Document defects, track resolutions, and verify fixes.
Collaboration & Requirements Support
Work with TWIST Business Analysts to review and clarify user requirements.
Participate in requirement walkthroughs, design discussions, and sprint activities.
Identify requirement gaps and assess impacts to existing functionality.
Release & Maintenance Support
Support scheduled releases, emergency fixes, and ongoing maintenance cycles.
Conduct regression testing and environment readiness checks.
Assist with data validation and DevOps testing activities.
Recommend improvements to testing processes and documentation.
Preferred Experience
Knowledge of the
SDLC
and structured testing methodologies.
Experience with
DevOps practices , CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing.
Ability to write or refine
user stories
and acceptance criteria.
Proficiency with
Microsoft tools
(Azure DevOps, SharePoint, Excel, Teams).
Familiarity with
DCBS policies
or the
TWIST application
is a plus.
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview:
Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
IT Application Tester
to support a largescale IT system used across statewide Foster Care and Adoption programs. This role requires strong analytical skills, the ability to manage deadlines, and the independence to work with minimal supervision.
Key Responsibilities
Testing & Quality Assurance
Develop and maintain test plans, test cases, and test scripts.
Perform functional, regression, integration, and data testing for Foster Care and Adoption applications.
Validate system functionality against user stories, requirements, and acceptance criteria.
Document defects, track resolutions, and verify fixes.
Collaboration & Requirements Support
Work with TWIST Business Analysts to review and clarify user requirements.
Participate in requirement walkthroughs, design discussions, and sprint activities.
Identify requirement gaps and assess impacts to existing functionality.
Release & Maintenance Support
Support scheduled releases, emergency fixes, and ongoing maintenance cycles.
Conduct regression testing and environment readiness checks.
Assist with data validation and DevOps testing activities.
Recommend improvements to testing processes and documentation.
Preferred Experience
Knowledge of the
SDLC
and structured testing methodologies.
Experience with
DevOps practices , CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing.
Ability to write or refine
user stories
and acceptance criteria.
Proficiency with
Microsoft tools
(Azure DevOps, SharePoint, Excel, Teams).
Familiarity with
DCBS policies
or the
TWIST application
is a plus.
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview:
Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.