TEST MANAGER - NICHE RMS
(Apply online only) p/d OUTSIDE IR35 FULLY REMOTE 12 MONTHS
We’re currently looking for an NPPV3 cleared Test Manager to work closely with our clients Programme Manager, Configuration Analyst, Business Analysts, operational SMEs, on a Niche RMS project. Ensuring that testing strategy, test plans, test artefacts, and test execution are delivered to a high standard.
Key objectives:
* Develop a comprehensive Test Strategy for the NicheRMS Programme.
* Plan, lead and oversee all testing phases including system testing, SIT, integration, regression, non‑functional, concurrent, performance, security/pen‑testing, data validation, disaster recovery testing, and UAT/OAT.
* Align testing to organisational standards, operational priorities, compliance requirements, and national policing frameworks.
* Establish end‑to‑end traceability from requirements to test scenarios and acceptance criteria, ensuring full validation.
* Manage defects, risks, and quality assurance processes throughout test execution, with clear escalation.
* Provide structured reporting and assurance to the Programme Manager and Programme Director to support go‑live decisions.
* Create reusable test artefact templates and deliver knowledge transfer to BAU teams.
Key Skills:
* Proven experience managing test strategy and execution for large, complex technical programmes.
* Proven ability to plan and lead multiple test phases in complex multi‑supplier environments.
* Proven experience with testing tools such as JIRA, Postman, SoapUI, JMeter, LoadRunner.
* Proven understanding of Software Delivery Life-Cycle (SDLC), pen‑testing methodologies, security testing, and audit requirements.
* Proven experience producing high‑quality test plans, scripts, data sets, and test reports.
* Proven knowledge of ISO testing standards (e.g., ISO/IEC 29119) and best‑practice quality frameworks.
* Proven experience working within policing, criminal justice, or secure public‑sector environments.
* Minimum ISTQB Foundation Level; ISTQB Advanced Test Manager desirable
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