Test Manager For It Infrastructure (tesco)
- Zensar
- 10 - 12 years
- Kolkata
- 1 month ago
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Job Description
Test Manager -JD mentioned below -
10 + Years of experience
Band - D2
- In-depth understanding of IT infrastructure (servers, networking, cloud platforms, storage, databases, etc.).
- Knowledge of networking protocols, security testing tools, and methodologies (e.g., penetration testing, vulnerability scanning).
A Test Manager for IT Infrastructure is a key role in ensuring that all aspects of IT infrastructure, including hardware, networks, storage, and servers, are thoroughly tested to meet the companys requirements for performance, security, and reliability. The Test Manager is responsible for overseeing testing strategies, planning, execution, and reporting for IT infrastructure projects, ensuring that systems function as intended before they go live.
Here s a breakdown of the typical responsibilities and skills required for this role:
- Test Planning:
- Develop comprehensive test plans for IT infrastructure projects, including networks, servers, cloud services, and data centers.
- Define testing objectives, scope, resources, and timelines.
- Align testing goals with business objectives and technical requirements.
- Test Strategy Development:
- Create detailed test strategies covering performance, scalability, security, load, and disaster recovery testing.
- Plan for both manual and automated testing of IT infrastructure components.
- Test Execution:
- Oversee the execution of various tests, such as network stress testing, server load balancing, disaster recovery scenarios, and penetration testing.
- Coordinate with network engineers, system administrators, and other IT professionals during the testing process.
- Risk Management:
- Identify risks early in the process and create mitigation plans.
- Ensure that the infrastructure is resilient to failures and capable of recovering from disaster scenarios.
- Reporting and Documentation:
- Generate test reports and provide detailed documentation of findings, issues, and suggestions for improvements.
- Track testing progress and outcomes for stakeholders.
- with Stakeholders:
- Work closely with infrastructure architects, system admins, network engineers, and business units to understand requirements and ensure that the infrastructure is designed for performance, security, and reliability.
- Act as the bridge between the development team and operations team.
- Continuous Improvement:
- Continuously evaluate test processes and tools to improve efficiency.
- Stay updated on the latest trends and technologies in IT infrastructure testing.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Technical Skills:
- In-depth understanding of IT infrastructure (servers, networking, cloud platforms, storage, databases, etc.).
- Knowledge of networking protocols, security testing tools, and methodologies (e.g., penetration testing, vulnerability scanning).
- Experience with IT Infrastructure Tools:
- Familiarity with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
- Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Experience with system monitoring tools (e.g., Nagios, SolarWinds, Zabbix).
- Soft Skills:
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication skills to interact with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Problem-solving ability, especially when diagnosing issues with complex infrastructure systems.
- Certifications (optional but helpful):
- ISTQB Certified Tester (Foundation or Advanced Level).
- Certified Cloud Practitioner (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
- CompTIA Network+ or other relevant IT infrastructure certifications.
Challenges in the Role:
- Ensuring the infrastructure is scalable and flexible enough to accommodate future growth and unforeseen workloads.
- Managing the complexity of diverse systems (cloud, on-premises, hybrid environments) and ensuring thorough integration testing.
- Staying on top of evolving security threats and ensuring infrastructure is resilient against cyber-attacks.
Tools and Frameworks:
- Automation Tools:
- Jenkins , GitLab CI/CD : For automating the testing pipelines.
- Ansible , Chef , Puppet : For automating infrastructure configurations.
- Performance Testing Tools:
- JMeter , LoadRunner : For load and performance testing of the infrastructure.
- Network Testing Tools:
- Wireshark , iperf : For monitoring network traffic and throughput.
- Cloud Testing Tools:
- AWS CloudWatch , Azure Monitor : To monitor the health and performance of cloud resources.
Job Classification
Industry: IT Services & ConsultingFunctional Area / Department: Engineering - Software & QA
Role Category: Quality Assurance and Testing
Role: Performance Testing Engineer
Employement Type: Full time
Contact Details:
Company: ZensarLocation(s): Kolkata
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Keyskills: Team management Networking protocols Testing tools Configuration management Disaster recovery Performance testing Load balancing Risk management System monitoring Penetration testing
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