RFO  #5895537584 Senior Test Analyst

The California State Teachers' Retirement System (CalSTRS) is soliciting a Senior Test Analyst under solicitation number 5895537584 to support the BenefitConnect pension administration system. The selected professional will act as a Test Coordinator, utilizing the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodology to develop test strategies, plans, cases, and traceability matrices. Key responsibilities include performing quality reviews of test cases, managing risk-based testing, documenting defects via Problem Incident Reports, and supporting regression testing during maintenance releases. The role requires proficiency in Test Application Lifecycle Management tools such as Jama, HP ALM, or Rational Requisite Pro. Eligible respondents must hold a current Information Technology California Multiple Award Schedule (CMAS) agreement and submit their offers by November 6, 2026. The award process is structured in five phases, beginning with a pass/fail minimum qualifications review, followed by a technical qualification score (70 points) and a cost comparison (30 points). Top candidates may undergo optional interviews and reference checks before final cost negotiations. The contract includes strict compliance requirements regarding background investigations, information security and privacy addendums, and California state laws, including the Political Reform Act and the Child Support Compliance Act. Invoicing is managed monthly in arrears through the SAP Business Network.