Test Manager (IT) / Freelance

3 DAYS ONSITE IN BELFAST 2 WFH BASED IN IRELAND PREFFERED 6 MONTHS INSIDE IR35 We are seeking an experienced?Test Manager?to lead the testing strategy, planning, and execution for mission-critical systems within a critical infrastructure environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in testing complex, high-availability systems and a deep understanding of regulatory, safety, and security requirements in sectors such as energy, transport, water, or telecommunications. ? Key Responsibilities: Develop and own the end-to-end test strategy for critical infrastructure systems. Lead test planning, design, execution, and reporting across multiple workstreams. Manage functional, non-functional, integration, regression, and user acceptance testing. Ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., ISO, IEC, NIST) and regulatory frameworks. Collaborate with engineering, operations, cybersecurity, and compliance teams. Define and manage test environments, data, and tooling. Identify risks and mitigation strategies related to system reliability and safety. Lead and mentor a team of testers and coordinate with external vendors. Drive continuous improvement in test processes and automation. ? Required Skills & Experience: Proven experience as a Test Manager in critical infrastructure domains (e.g., utilities, transport, defence). Strong understanding of system resilience, fault tolerance, and disaster recovery testing. Familiarity with SCADA, ICS, OT/IT integration, or similar technologies. Experience with test management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail, HP ALM). Knowledge of cybersecurity testing and secure system validation. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. ISTQB certification or equivalent (Advanced level preferred). PLEASE SEND YOUR LATEST CV LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.