OAT Analyst

Summary: The OAT Analyst role involves supporting a critical SCADA project within the power utility sector for a leading global organization. The position requires performing Operational Acceptance Testing to ensure system stability and compliance, working within a dynamic Agile development team. This is a 6-month contract with the potential for extension, based in Warwick with a hybrid working arrangement. The role is classified as inside IR35.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT) to validate SCADA system stability, reliability, and operational compliance.
• Design, develop, and document comprehensive test cases, scenarios, and defects.
• Validate backup, failover, and disaster recovery scenarios.
• Work closely with Agile teams, including Product Owners and SCADA SMEs, to define test requirements and user stories.
• Track and report on test execution using tools like JIRA/XRAY or HP ALM.
• Identify risks and issues, contributing to their resolution through collaboration and analysis.
• Ensure alignment with defined test strategies and central test management processes.

Key Skills:

• Prior experience testing SCADA systems in a power utility environment.
• Deep understanding of SCADA architecture and communication protocols (e.g., IEC 61850, DNP3, Modbus).
• Strong experience in Operational Acceptance Testing.
• Proficiency with test management tools (e.g., JIRA, HP ALM).
• Familiarity with Agile delivery methodologies.
• Excellent documentation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication capabilities.
• Proven experience working across Agile teams with cross-functional responsibilities.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Warwick

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT