Punam Keith

Senior Software QA Engineer with 20+ years of experience validating complex enterprise applications throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Expertise in requirements analysis, test planning, test case design, manual testing, regression testing, integration testing, UAT, API testing, SQL validation, and defect lifecycle management and support successful production releases. Experienced working in Agile and Waterfall environments using Jira, HP ALM, Confluence, and SQL.

Proven ability to identify critical defects early, deliver high-quality software under tight deadlines, work effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams, and continuously learn new technologies and testing tools and automation frameworks.

Sr. Test Engineer - Fintech Enterprises - Reston, VA

(2024-06 - 2026-04)

Served as Senior Test Engineer on a large-scale traveler screening and passenger-data processing program, supporting the quality and compliance of mission-critical applications that handle sensitive personal and travel-authorization data.

• Led manual, functional, regression, white-box, UAT, and integration testing across multiple environments (dev, test, stage, and prod-like), ensuring release readiness at each gate.
• Supported testing of an in-house, government-developed AI capability built on Google Gemini, validating model-integrated features for functional accuracy, reliability, and adherence to data-protection and authorization controls within a secure federal environment.
• Identified, documented, and tracked software defects using Jira/HP ALM, collaborated with developers to resolve issues, and verified fixes through retesting.
• Analyzed business and functional requirements to develop effective, risk-based test procedures and translate them into detailed, executable test cases.
• Executed test scripts and reported results accurately and promptly, providing clear status to development and program leadership.
• Performed verification and validation by reviewing requirements and running functional and regression suites to confirm system behavior against specifications.
• Conducted security- and compliance-focused testing with emphasis on data protection, authentication, and authorization — validating applications against industry standards and federal regulatory requirements.
• Operated in both Agile Scrum/Sprint and Waterfall environments, participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog grooming, and retrospectives.
• Prepared test completion reports and provided recommendations regarding product readiness for deployment.
• Partnered closely with developers to reproduce, triage, and resolve defects prior to release.

Sr. Test Engineer - Applied Insight - Reston, VA

(2019-02 - 2024-05)

Client: DIA. Executed integration, functional, regression, and UAT for high-profile federal systems test in multiple environments (dev/test/prod).

• Created detailed test cases and scripts aligned to user stories; maintained documentation.
• Analyzed high-level business and technical requirements to design comprehensive manual test cases and test scenarios covering positive, negative, and boundary conditions.
• Developed and maintained detailed test procedures, test scripts, and test data to validate system functionality against business and technical requirements.
• Executed functional, integration, system, regression, smoke, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for complex software applications.
• Supported the QA team during test execution by reviewing test cases, providing technical input, and ensuring complete test coverage.
• Participated in test planning, test case reviews, defect triage meetings, and sprint ceremonies in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Supported regression testing following deployments, configuration changes or updates.
• Conduct manual functional, regression, integration, and user acceptance testing within an Agile/Scrum development environment, adapting to fast-paced iterative releases.
• Logged and prioritized defects in Jira; collaborated daily with dev teams for rapid resolution.
• Supported Government Witness Testing (GWT) and final acceptance validation.
• Identify, document, and resolve critical defects affecting policy management and transaction processing systems, working quickly to troubleshoot issues and verify fixes prior to production release.
• Familiar with CI/CD pipelines and software release processes, supporting continuous integration and delivery workflows.
• Worked with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD tools (e.g., Jira, GitLab)

Sr. Systems/Test Engineer - BAE Systems - Reston, VA

(2016-08 - 2018-11)

Client: NRO. Verified multi-browser web applications for secure satellite data systems.

• Developed and ran automated test scripts using Selenium WebDriver; utilized Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) to document test plans, results, and summaries for stakeholders.
• Exposure to automated testing frameworks such as Selenium for functional and regression testing.
• Execute test plans, procedures, and scenarios and conduct unit testing process, function, system integration, and user acceptance testing.
• Monitor automation outcomes; triage failures and continuously improve coverage.
• Managed multiple manual testing efforts simultaneously, coordinating with several project teams to meet tight deadlines. Identified and documented functionality and usability issues, communicating defects clearly to developers for quick resolution.
• Delivered comprehensive test reports and traceability matrices to meet NRO standards.
• Coordinated with multiple project teams to meet tight deadlines under strict compliance.

Systems/Test Engineer - Solers Inc. - Chantilly, VA

(2015-12 - 2016-08)

Client: NRO. Performed testing for satellite-mission planning software in Linux/Windows environments.

• Validated SOA-based systems and ensured end-to-end mission-simulation accuracy.
• Managed defect tracking and QA documentation using Jira and MS Office Suite.
• Utilized Jira for requirements management and defect tracking; prepared test documentation and reports using Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word to communicate results to the team and stakeholders.

Sr. Systems Test Engineer - General Dynamics Mission Solution

(2010-05 - 2015-11)

Client: NGA/FBI.

• Created and executed functional and regression test cases for geospatial (GEOINT) and law-enforcement apps.
• Assisted in testing and verification of GEOINT based applications, ensuring accurate data transmission and system performance.
• Validated system outputs and supported integration testing between GEOINT systems and internal applications.
• Implemented Selenium regression scripts, reducing manual test time by 40%.
• Led user acceptance sessions with federal stakeholders to confirm system readiness.
• Mentored junior testers and introduced automation best practices.

Test Engineer - DNC Inc. - Manassas, VA

(2009-01 - 2010-04)

Client: USTRANSCOM. Tested large-scale logistics software covering ETL processes and data-migration validation.

• Developed detailed test scenarios, procedures, and expected results documentation based on system requirements and design specifications.
• Coordinated closely with fellow testers and developers to troubleshoot issues and ensure prompt resolution of defects.
• Conducted Government Witness Testing before deployment to confirm contract compliance.

Software Test Engineer - Enterworks Inc. - Reston, VA

(2005-12 - 2009-01)

Client: DISA.

• Collaborated with stakeholders to define and understand functional, performance, and business requirements for Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) applications.
• Performed extensive front-end and back-end testing to validate end-to-end system functionality and ensure readiness for deployment.
• Validated and verified test plans and procedures in coordination with the project team, ensuring alignment with defined requirements and design expectations.
• Developed and executed automated test scripts using HP QuickTest Professional (QTP) to accelerate regression and functional testing cycles.

Oracle Developer/Tester - Keane Federal Systems - Washington, DC

(2002-03 - 2005-11)

Client: DOJ.

• Developed Oracle- based application components (PL/SQL), Reports and performed integrated testing for federal government projects.
• Built and tested Oracle database applications in a government contracting environment. Collaborated with development teams to deliver stable software solutions that met client specifications and quality standards.

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