Test Manager - DV Clearance Required
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My client is looking for a DV cleared Test Manager to work in an exciting area within the defence sector.
The role is outside of IR35.
An initial 6 month contract with great chances of extensions.
Core competencies
- Has defined authority and responsibility for a significant area of work,
including technical, financial and quality aspects. Establishes organisational
objectives and delegates responsibilities. Is accountable for actions and
decisions taken by self and subordinates.
- Influences policy formation on the contribution of own specialism to business
objectives. Influences a significant part of own organisation. Develops
influential relationships with internal and external customers/ suppliers/
partners at senior management level, including industry leaders. Makes
decisions which impact the work of employing organisations, achievement of
organisational objectives and financial performance.
- Performs highly complex work activities covering technical, financial and
quality aspects. Contributes to the formulation and implementation of IT
strategy. Creatively applies a wide range of technical and/or management
principles.
- Absorbs complex technical information and communicates effectively at all
levels to both technical and non-technical audiences. Assesses and
evaluates risk. Understands the implications of new technologies.
Demonstrates clear leadership and the ability to influence and persuade. Has
a broad understanding of all aspects of IT and deep understanding of own
specialism(s). Understands and communicates the role and impact of IT in
the employing organisation and promotes compliance with relevant
legislation. Takes the initiative to keep both own and subordinates' skills up to
date and to maintain an awareness of developments in the IT industry.
Specific Skills
Determines testing policy, and owns the supporting processes. Takes
responsibility for the management of all testing activities within a development
or integration project or programme. Manages all risks associated with
the testing and takes preventative action when any risks become
unacceptable. Assesses and advises on the practicality of testing process
alternatives.
Initiates improvements to test processes and directs their implementation.
Assesses suppliers' development and testing capabilities. Determines project
testing standards for all phases, influencing all parties to conform to those
standards. Manages client relationships with respect to all testing matters.
If this role seems suitable, you have an active DV security clearance and you are looking for your next challenge, apply to find out more!
Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 18 weeks.
LA International Computer Consultants Ltd is an HMG Approved Consultancy and operates as an IT & Engineering Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency, depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, we welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds.
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