(IT) Test Manager (Network Infrastructure)

Flint Technology Services Ltd; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a Test Manager to oversee the quality and integrity of testing within a critical national infrastructure project. The role involves managing a virtual test team, coordinating test activities, and engaging with stakeholders. Candidates should have hands-on experience with ALM and knowledge of network infrastructure. This is a full-time contract position with flexibility for short pauses.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a virtual test team across multiple workstreams.
• Create and maintain Test Plans and Test Completion Reports.
• Interface with key stakeholders across the programme and customer teams.

Skills

Communication

Coordination

Scheduling

Tools

ALM

StableNet

Job description

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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

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

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