Function: Cyber Security
Location: Cheltenham, Cheltenham, United Kingdom
Salary: Competitive + DV Bonus
Job Title: Automation Assurance Analyst
Locations: London, Cheltenham, or Manchester
Due to the sensitive nature of this role you will be required to have DV (Developed Vetting) level Security Clearance (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels). An allowance of £5k per annum will be payable monthly while you hold this DV and continue to work in a role that requires that level of security clearance. The terms of this allowance will be made available if you are successful in being recruited into this role.
Security isn't always the first thing that comes to mind when you think of BT, but when it comes to keeping everyone safely connected, We Are The Protectors. We deal with thousands of cyber-attacks every day, so that millions of people can safely go about their daily lives and run their businesses. We deliver vital work at scale, with real breadth and impact. We connect for good.
You'll be joining a specialist security team that is a trusted partner to governments worldwide, protecting critical national infrastructure and committed to the safety and security of our nation and global communities. Our mission focused work is innovative, inspiring and technologically challenging in a way that makes every day different and stimulating. We provide the opportunity to work on rare projects, with exciting tools and brilliant people. Everyone has access to unparalleled professional and personal development opportunities and your contribution is always valued.
Why this job matters:
You will make a significant contribution in one of our highly skilled teams that work on world-class customer-focussed capabilities.?
Every project we deliver and every new opportunity we seek to win and grow, makes a significant difference to protecting the society in which we live.?
You will be part of an innovative team that will offer unrivalled personal development and a wealth of opportunities to learn and experience new things.
Start your journey here.
What you'll do:
- Analyse requirements and design documentation to define, build and execute detailed manual and/or automated test cases for infrastructure, networks, and applications.
- Work closely with developers and other technical stakeholders to clearly communicate test issues, with the aim of resolving issues as quickly as possible.
- Have input into the test planning process including formal test documentation.
- Use both manual and automated testing solutions and provide ongoing support to team members
What you'll bring:
- Knowledge of software methodologies including Waterfall/V model, Agile, Lean, DevOps
- Proven and demonstrable experience of having input into high quality Test Documentation, Test Reports and Management Information
- Proven and demonstrable experience of test case creation, execution and reporting using solid testing principles
- Degree level education or significant experience of technical delivery
- A working knowledge of the full SDLC and Systems Engineering practices from requirements/user story capture and decomposition through to integration, acceptance, traceability, and customer sign off and associated toolsets.
- Attention to detail to ensure requirements are correctly mapped onto detailed test cases.
- Test execution of infrastructure, networks, and applications through the use of test frameworks and evaluating features in order to manage the creation of complex tests.
You may also have:
- Have knowledge of Security solutions or delivered a security project
- Have Security Clearance at DV level
Diversity and Inclusion:
Diversity makes sense for us, for our customers and for our future. We value different perspectives, skills and experiences, and encourage applications from all sections of the community. Our ambition focuses on recruiting and retaining people who are under-represented in our workforce. Including those from ethnic minority groups, disabled and neurodiverse people and women. However, diversity does not end there and anyone with different backgrounds, gender identities, sexual orientations, ethnicities, ages or stages of life, disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds are welcomed and encouraged to apply. Find out more about BT's D&I manifesto by searching on our website.
What's in it for you:
- Discounted BT Broadband, TV & mobile packages and BT products
- On target Bonus
- 10% pension contribution
- Professional development and paid for industry certifications/qualifications
- Flexible benefits/rewards including dental insurance, healthcare, gym memberships etc.
- Well-being support for you and your family
- 3 days paid volunteering a year
- Flexible and smart working (subject to business needs)
Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. So, if you're excited about this role but your past-experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement, don't worry - we'd still love you to apply!
