Test Manager (Network Infrastructure)

Test Manager (Network Infrastructure)

Posted 1 week ago by Flint UK Technology Services

£350 Per day
Outside
Remote
Remote, UK

Summary: The Infrastructure Test Manager will oversee the quality and integrity of testing within a critical national infrastructure project focused on network connectivity transformation. This role involves leading a virtual test team, managing test execution, and ensuring effective stakeholder engagement. The position requires hands-on experience with test management tools and a solid understanding of network infrastructure. The engagement is contract-based with flexibility for short pauses and is remote-based in the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Interface with key stakeholders across the programme and customer teams
  • Produce and present regular test status reports
  • Conduct internal reviews on test scripts and infrastructure components such as Routers, Switches, and Firewalls

Key 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
  • 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

Salary (Rate): £350

City: undetermined

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT