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THE ROLE:
The tasks planned, subject to agreement with the Service Manager, include:
* Creating test cases that functionally verify release content as well as previously existing functionality
* Contributing to engineering test cases based on release content and requirements
* Identifying and documenting defects consistently and clearly with the development team by using diagnostic test equipment
* Write problem descriptions and prepare test reports, and present verbally in one-on-one or group settings.
* Advises on fault diagnosis throughout NATO sites utilizing a number of management platforms (e.g. HP Network Automation, Netscout, Intermapper, Splunk, CA Spectrum)
* Identifies functional problems and suggests resolutions
* Assists in the definition of internal quality control standards and the maintenance of reliability programs
* Analyze test cases and provides regular progress reports
ESSENTAIL SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE
* Bachelor's degree (BA / BS) in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field
* Over 4 years' experience of CISCO Routing and Switching Elements or similar manufacturers.
* A minimum 5 years' experience in Information Technology
* A minimum of 4 years' administrative experience with Microsoft Windows 2008, 2012, Linux RedHat 6.x and above
* Over 4 years' experience in Enterprise software installations on production and testing environments
* Proven experience in upgrading processes for Windows and Linux based Operating Systems
* A high level of knowledge of latest LAN/WAN networks, and network concept.
* Conceptual understanding of Datacentre technologies and Virtualized Switching such as Hyper-V, VMWare and Nexus1000V
* Understanding of scripting languages/domain language. E.g. Python,
* Knowledge of communications protocols and practical experience of using diagnostic test equipment
* Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
* Experience with software/ hardware testing, verification, and validation
* Experience in test case authoring/ test case management/execution and test automation
* Ability to work with both internal and external (customer and contract) resources.
* Strong communication skills in English including the ability to write problem descriptions and test reports, and present verbally in one-on-one or group settings.
DESIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE
* University degree in a field related to the function of the post
* Prior experience of working in an international environment comprising both military and civilian elements
* 2 years' experience with software/hardware installation/ configuration
* Experience with Wireless/Network Security, Routing, Tunnelling, VLAN technologies
* Experience implementing and operating a multi-tenancy network environment (VRF/VLAN)
* Experience in change requests for software/ hardware with third party vendors and off-theshelf product integration testing perspective.
* Experience in analysing reports of tested software/ hardware products.
* Experience in software upgrades of Enterprise relates software products
* Experience in Administratively implementation of VMWare technology in production and reference
* Experience with Automated Testing tools
* Demonstrate experience and understanding of testing types, including Automation, Functional, End-to-End, and Regression testing
* Demonstrate understanding of testing issues within a complex project
* Experience in cloud based deployments of software devices
* Working knowledge of operating network authentication and authorization systems and technologies (e.g. Secure ACS 5.x, ISE, 802.1x, 802.1ae MACSEC, RADIUS, TACACS+)
* Hold one or more of the following IT security qualifications/certifications: o ISEB/ISTQB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing o A+ Certification
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. Award Winning LA International Computer Consultants Ltd (Recruiter Awards for Excellence - Best IT, Best Public Sector & Gold Awards) and the most prestigious award that any business can receive The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade 2015.