Test Cases
Resume:
Janice Harrison
Clinton MD *****
*********@*******.***
Solutions-oriented Software Quality Engineer with extensive experience in information processing involving systems analysis, design, coding, development and software testing. Areas of experience include program specifications, batch (legacy) systems, functional specifications, structured programming, documentation, and program maintenance, structured analysis, testing requirements analysis, evaluation and understanding of various testing tools.
SPECIALTIES
Programming Development and Maintenance
Software Analysis and Design
Software Development
Functional Testing
Integration Testing
Acceptance Testing
Requirements Testing
EDUCATION
B.A (Computer Information Systems), University of the District of Columbia
Active Public Trust (MBI)
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
Hardware: IBM 43XX series, IBM 9100 series, Unix Solaris
Operating Environment: Windows XP/NT, /9x/200x, Office, OS2/MVS
Programming Languages: COBOL, Natural, SAS, JCL, SQL
Browsers: Internet Explorer, Firefox Mozilla
Software: MSWord, WordPerfect, PowerPoint, Serena PVCS Dimensions
Database: Natural ADABAS, NOMAD Database, IMS/DB2, Oracle, MS SQL Server, MS Access
Testing Software: IBM Rational ClearQuest, IBM Rational RequisitePro, HP Quality Center, JAWS, Bobby, Mercury Test Director, IBM Pegasus, Test Case Analysis, Test Case Runner
File Aide/Utilities: ISPF/TSO, Roscoe, TMS, ABEND Aid, JCL Check, File Aid, JCL Utilities
EXPERIENCE
IRS, Lanham MD, 2011 to present. Senior Test Engineer
The job involves testing application programs, working with complex problems and resources to provide technical support for managers, customers, and coworkers who need advice and assistance with the system resources that are used to complete a project or to ensure the production readiness. Test application programs by analyzing project requirements, writing test scripts, and cases and use cases based on many different documentation to understand the project such as, customer data model, general transformation rules, business rules and design specification reports and any other documents that are provided using an IBM mainframe computer and all IBM applications and tools. Ability to identify problems, fix the problem and regression test the processes to ensure problem correction. I use the following packages KISAMs, RQM and Clearquest to support the writing of defects; Rational Quality Manager and Test Manager are used to create test scripts and cases, Requisite Pro used to join and research requirements and other testing tools. I provide support for maintenance and problem resolution and able to follow a Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Provide documentation to support the testing project based on the life-cycle of processing.
Prepares deliverables as requested. Follows administrative guidelines set forth by test director and completes administrative tasks timely.
Prepares test scenarios for the Modernized E-File (MeF) systems at the Internal Revenue Services (IRS). Utilizing the IBM Pegasus Version 15.95 to create and generate data for processing downstream to verify how MeF hands a wide variety of input scenarios.
Prepares test data using predetermine results to verify that the integrity is maintained and that all changes have been implemented correctly for the current tax processing year. Executes the functional software testing of the IMF and validates the results of those test cases. Reports and track problems. Reports test progress in Test Execution Matrix and/or RTVM.
Supports the work request for testing the Modernized eFile (electronic e-file returns ) System in an Internet environment.
Supports the work request for testing the IRS CADE 2 application. Analyzes CADE2 documentation including the Program Requirements Packages (PRP), Functional Specification Packages (FSP) and Unified Work Request (UWR) for legislative and other changes effecting BMF accounts.
Constructs test cases with predetermined results and test data to verify program functionality and/or interfaces through assigned systems.
Conducts functional and/or integration testing of multiple programs in a client/server and/or IBM mainframe environment.
Has Analytical skills necessary to troubleshoot, resolve system failures and high severity maintenance and operational requests in a timely manner.
Understanding of SQL, DB2, Business Objects and Rational Tools mythology and processes.
CACI, Lanham, MD, 2009 to 2010. Test Engineer III
Worked very closely with the team of DBAs, System Administrators, Technical Trainers, Developers, and Project Managers to achieve the project deadlines in a timely manner and developed detail documentation of test and results, updated Test plans, Test Matrixes, Test Scenarios, and Test Cases for all company products.
Conducting maintenance release testing to ensure system enhancements and software corrections were fully implemented according to the user specifications
Performing Independent Verification and Validation Analysis (IV&V) for the purpose of evaluating the plans, requirements, environment, tools and procedures used for unit and integration testing.
Tracking Defects in the IBM Rational Suite.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, self starter, quick learner, team player.
Conducting formal acceptance tests to verify the capabilities of the various software packages and systems.
Proficient in functional, negative, regression, system integration (SIT), acceptance (UAT), load/performance, security, browser compatibility, and performance testing.
Supported the National Ground Intelligence Center (NGIC) Harmony program office as a systems technical expert, providing support for Deployable Harmony Docex Systems (DHDS) installation, maintenance, operations and associated intelligence activities.
Wrote Test Plans and Scenarios for the following projects at CACI: Deployable Harmony DOCEX Suite (DHDS), DHDS-T (Template), DHDS-CT (Collection Tool), Create, Read, Update and Delete (CRUD), Dirty to Clean (D2C) and Theater Exploitation Database (TED).
SRA International, Inc., Alexandria-Jamieson, 2000 to 2009. Test Specialist.
Performing Independent Verification and Validation Analysis (IV&V) on the Automated Information Systems (AIS) for the various USPTO systems.
Development of Test Plans, Test Procedures, Test Steps, Test Documents and Test Reports according to the Life Cycle Management (LCM) process to identify approach for test cases.
Evaluate procurements for compliance with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, identify issues and problems, and prepare detailed reports.
Performed Formal Qualification Testing (FQT) in accordance with the USPTO policies and regulations.
Provide Level of Effort for Test Planning and Execution efforts.
Responsible for communicating with the Test Managers, Software Develop Managers (SDM) and staff to ensure that all requirements are met and understood.
Widely recognized by the customer/client and colleagues alike for the ability to work well with all levels of personnel, whether part of a team or independent on a solo project.
Attend all required Concept Briefing, Design Review Operation Readiness Review, Peer Review and all staff meetings to ensure quality testing and results.
Tracking software discrepancies and reporting them using tracking tool such as HP Quality Center or Mercury Test Director.
Conducting formal acceptance tests to verify the capabilities of the various software packages and systems.
Conducting maintenance release testing to ensure system enhancements and software corrections were fully implemented according to the user specifications.
Consistently deliver results on time, with a proven track record for testing large and medium scale systems deployed in multiple environments
Preparation of the weekly and monthly reports and contract deliverables to the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
Extensive exposure to SEI CMMI and ISO 9001 process standards
Cornell Technical Services, 1998 to 2000. Sr. Information Systems Specialist
Provided support in the areas of information and business planning, requirements analysis, conceptual systems design, detailed system design, development using automated productivity tools, testing and implementation support.
Lead Analyst, for the Accounts Receivable Dollar Inventory Systems for the IRS. Performed coordination and backup duties, supervising a team of 7 for the IBM team assigned to mainframe testing.
Assisted in the systemic testing by conducting test preparation, text execution, independent verification and validation for the assigned system. Specifically to provide YEAR 2000 Testing Support to include documentation, developing test scenarios, conducting unit and systems testing and documenting test results.
Mnemonic Systems Incorporated, 1993 to 1998. Senior Programmer Analyst.
Responsible for maintaining the FBI’s Bureau Personnel Management Systems Administrative/Training Division online (ADABAS) environment written in NATURAL. Duties included analysis design, development, maintenance and testing.
Provided user training for the newly developed In-Service Training and Registration (ITAR) system.
Designed online screens and wrote specification documents according to the FBI/SDS Prototype Life Cycle Methodology.
Responsible for enhancing and maintaining other systems according to SDM/70 enhancement requests.
Maintained for the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting System the batch environment written in COBOL and Natural. Created, updated and enhanced new ad hoc programs according to user specifications. Monitored production scheduling and updated the JCL as necessary. Interacted with the user community regarding all changes made to the system.
Motorola, 1991 to 1992. Senior Programmer Analyst
Responsible for applying computer programming analysis, construction, unit testing, systems integration testing and user training for the Federal Government Marketing Division (FGMD).
Created parts and zip code database in Nomad 5.1, menu driven for FGMD. Also responsible for enhancements and maintenance on systems using IMS and DB2 databases.
MCI, 1989 to 1991. Senior Programmer Analyst
Responsible for applying computer programming analysis, construction, unit testing, systems integration testing and user training for the Private Line Commercial Billing System.
Developed JCL for testing and wrote test plan specifications using MCI/CDSM structured test development plan.
Responsible for maintaining the Private Line on-line manual transactions system written in ADA/Base Natural 1.2 and 2.1 version.
Computer Science Corporation, 1987 to 1989. Senior Programmer Analyst
Responsible for applying computer programming systems analysis and developing system specifications for resolving business, management communication, tactical and technical problems. Developed testing and execution system simulation performance models, JCL and COBOL programs.
Cordatum, 1986 to 1987. Programmer Analyst
Responsible for analyzing financial systems software for performance and effectiveness.
Developed programs and JCL for the operation of the financial system.
Developed operations guide for the assigned system.
Mantech International Corporation, 1985 to 1986. Programmer Analyst
Responsible for maintenance and enhancement of a document tracking system.
Developed, modified, debugged, tested new and revised releases of software. Validated and updated an on-line production database.
Washington Hospital Center, 1981 to 1985. Programmer
Responsible for the development of patient information programs.
HONORS AND AWARDS
BOSS Management Series, Prince George’s Community College, 1998 (Certificate)
Commendation and Thanks for Excellent PGPUB Support May 2, 2001
Northern Virginia Community College Certificate of Completion – Communication Skills 0.8 CEU
Letter of Appreciation for Testing Trademark Electronic Application System, October 31, 2005
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Women’s Business Owners (WBO)
Association of Wedding Professionals (AWP)
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