Test Manager

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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