2 Contract jobs in Evesham, Worcestershire

Job Title: Infrastructure Test Manager -Data Centre operating procedures Location: United Kingdom (UK-based) Security Clearance: Eligible for SC clearance or already SC-cleared Engagement Type: Contract (Full-time with flexibility for potential short pauses with advance notice) Project Type: Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) - Network Connectivity Transformation Duration: Ongoing, aligned with project phases Key Responsibilities/Deliverables The Test Manager will be responsible for ensuring the quality and integrity of testing within the programme, with clear deliverables.

• Team & Execution Management:
+ Lead and manage a virtual test team across multiple workstreams + Control and coordinate all test execution activities + Act as backup Test Analyst on site when required
• Test Planning & Documentation:
+ Create and maintain Test Plans and Test Completion Reports + Define and manage Test Conditions, Use Cases, and Test Data + Develop and maintain Test Environment Specifications and Configuration Management documentation
• Scheduling & Resource Management:
+ Plan and organise resources, environments, and test schedules across workstreams + Ensure timely allocation of test resources in line with project milestones
• Defect & Risk Management:
+ Manage and administer defects using ALM or similar platforms + Proactively identify and communicate testing risks, issues, and dependencies
• Stakeholder Engagement:
+ Interface with key stakeholders across the programme and customer teams + Produce and present regular test status reports
• Infrastructure Review:
+ Conduct internal reviews on test scripts and infrastructure components such as Routers, Switches, and Firewalls Required Skills & Experience Technical and Practical Skills:
• Hands-on experience with ALM for test and defect management
• Knowledge of Cisco Router/Switch console commands
• Ability to interpret HLD/LLD network infrastructure design documents
• Familiarity with network and service management tools (eg StableNet)
• Experience in setting up network test equipment for RFC 2544 testing
• Understanding of Data Centre operations and standard procedures
Test Management Skills:
• Comprehensive understanding of various testing phases:
• Unit, System Integration, Functional, Non-Functional, Disaster Recovery, Operational Acceptance
• Strong coordination and scheduling capabilities
• Effective communication of test progress, risks, and dependencies
  
  Hands-on experience with ALM for test and defect management
• Knowledge of Cisco Router/Switch console commands
• Ability to interpret HLD/LLD network infrastructure design documents
• Familiarity with network and service management tools (eg StableNet)
• Experience in setting up network test equipment for RFC 2544 testing
• Understanding of Data Centre operations and standard procedures
Test Management Skills:
• Comprehensive understanding of various testing phases:
• Unit, System Integration, Functional, Non-Functional, Disaster Recovery, Operational Acceptance
• Strong coordination and scheduling capabilities
• Effective communication of test progress, risks, and dependencies