Role Title: Test Manager - Infrastructure and Networks
Location: Wokingham & Warwick - Hybrid - 50/50
Duration: 27/11/2026 (4 months contract + possible extension)
Rate: £500-550 - Umbrella only
Active SC clearance is required
Test Managers with strong capability in leading testing activities across large-scale Infrastructure and Network environments. The ideal candidates will bring deep understanding of infrastructure technologies, test planning, execution oversight, and quality assurance within complex delivery programmes.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead end‑to‑end test strategy, planning, execution, and reporting across infrastructure and network projects.
* Coordinate and manage all testing phases, ensuring alignment with programme timelines and quality gates.
* Oversee testing of network components, infrastructure builds, migrations, configurations, and integrations.
* Identify risks, issues, and dependencies related to test activities and drive mitigation plans.
* Work closely with engineering, architecture, operations, and delivery teams to ensure readiness and high-quality outcomes.
* Manage defect triage and resolution processes, ensuring timely closure.
* Ensure test artefacts meet required standards and are fully documented.
Required Experience
* Proven experience as a Test Manager in large, complex IT environments.
* Strong background in Infrastructure and/or Network Testing (e.g., servers, networks, cloud, data centres, security appliances).
* Demonstrable ability to lead multi-phase and multi-team test cycles.
* Familiarity with test governance, reporting, and quality assurance frameworks.
* Experience working in fast-paced programme environments with multiple stakeholders.
Additional Advantageous Skills
* Knowledge of service introduction and operational readiness testing.
* Experience with enterprise change management and release processes.
* Understanding of cloud or hybrid infrastructure environments.
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