Test Analyst-Network Infrastructure
Posted 1 week ago by SmartChoice International Limited
£65,000 Per year
Undetermined
Hybrid
Newbury, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The role of Network Test Analyst involves supporting a high-impact programme within a secure and technically complex environment. The position requires developing test scripts, executing various test phases, and managing test cases for network infrastructure components. Candidates must be eligible for SC clearance and preferably hold active clearance. This is a fixed-term contract lasting 9-12 months with a hybrid working arrangement in Berkshire.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop test scripts from Test Plans and Low-Level Designs (LLDs) for network infrastructure components, including routers, switches, and firewalls
- Execute and support all test phases: Unit, System Integration, Functional, Non-Functional, Disaster Recovery, and Operational Acceptance
- Manage test cases within HP ALM, linking them to appropriate requirements
- Document test execution results and log/report defects using ALM
Key Skills:
- Strong experience in test case development and execution for network infrastructure
- Proficiency with HP ALM for test management and defect tracking
- Ability to interpret both High-Level and Low-Level Design documentation
- Proficiency in Cisco switch/router console commands
- Experience handling fibre optic cabling
- Familiarity with data centre operations and procedures
- Understanding of RFC 2544 network test procedures and lab setups
- Exposure to network and service management tools
Salary (Rate): £65,000 yearly
City: Newbury
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Network Test Analyst / Test Analyst – Network Infrastructure (Contract) Berkshire (Hybrid Working) Candidates must be SC clearance eligible or preferably hold active SC clearance Fixed-Term Contract (9-12 Months) £60,000 – £65,000 per annum We are seeking a skilled and hands-on Network Test Analyst to support a high-impact programme .This is a unique opportunity to work within a secure, technically complex environment and contribute to the delivery of vital network services.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop test scripts from Test Plans and Low-Level Designs (LLDs) for network infrastructure components, including routers, switches, and firewalls
- Execute and support all test phases: Unit, System Integration, Functional, Non-Functional, Disaster Recovery, and Operational Acceptance
- Manage test cases within HP ALM, linking them to appropriate requirements
- Document test execution results and log/report defects using ALM
Experience Required
- Strong experience in test case development and execution for network infrastructure
- Proficiency with HP ALM for test management and defect tracking
- Ability to interpret both High-Level and Low-Level Design documentation
- Proficiency in Cisco switch/router console commands
- Experience handling fibre optic cabling
- Familiarity with data centre operations and procedures
- Understanding of RFC 2544 network test procedures and lab setups
- Exposure to network and service management tools
Additional Information
Candidates must be based in the UK and able to work on a hybrid basis in Berkshire SC clearance eligibility is essential, Current SC Clearance would be highly desirable. If you meet the requirements and are ready to take on a challenging infrastructure test role, we welcome your application.