Domestic & General
Merton, London
The Business Analyst... leads the requirements and scope definition for Information Security programme initiatives. Working collaboratively with stakeholders and technical SME's to explore strategic themes. Shaping early propositions into a set business requirements and scope that align to the target roadmap, will meet the strategic intent and value drivers owns the creation and articulation of business requirements feeding into and supporting the subsequent design for programme delivery team(s). Ensuring standards are met which clearly describe the scope of the proposition, supports the transition from business requirements to solution design and shows a 'clear line of sight' from strategy to execution and business benefits realisation (through mapping to OKR's & KPI's) is responsible for defining, preparing, and modelling the current and future state ('as is' and 'to be') business process flows that can be used to clearly identify gaps, required change, associated impact and help define priority. Support the principles, direction, and standards as it relates to the existing business process framework works with the Security and Enterprise Architect(s), to assist with developing a structured strategy and business design relating to the platforms and technology based on business needs and strategic direction, to ensure integrity to programme/portfolio design supports the Programme Director with the development of business cases and associated investment based on evidence validated with stakeholders across the organisation. Incorporation of an outline of the anticipated benefits, design choices, costs, risks and issues, whilst considering and aligning to appropriate governance supports a broad, enterprise-wide view of the D&G business and varying degrees of appreciation for strategy, processes, and various platform capabilities, enabling technologies, and governance leads interviews and facilitate meetings with key stakeholders (as appropriate) to derive and validate business requirements, process models and recommend operational efficiencies controls and quality facilitates in the identification and development of recommendations for business process or workflow issues within the organisation Key Relationships: Technology and Engineering Leadership Team Delivery and Change Leadership Team Business Design and Analysis Team Programme Director(s) Level 2 leaders across business Enterprise Architecture Team & Portfolio / Solution Architects Key Responsibility: Support the development of the business strategy through programmes of work As part of the wider BA community support organizational strategic reviews and framework alignment Determine and own business requirements and scope for assigned projects Determine and own business requirements and scope for the programme Engage and work with the wider D&G architecture team, programme directors and 3rd party consultancies as required Key participant within Agile teams and Waterfall delivery teams System Knowledge: AS400 IBM Datastage data platform architecture and solutions Genio or call centre agent front end General understanding of Security Systems / measures Cloud solution understanding (Azure/AWS) Skills: Highly capable self-starter who will need to hit the ground running, with the ability to think strategically and work at pace with a high degree of autonomy. Define and deliver clear business benefits and anchor the design for the programme or project as it progresses through an agile or waterfall lifecycle Enthusiastic team player with strong leadership skills will be required. Someone who can build consensus across a large and often diverse group of stakeholders. Ensure stakeholder interests are identified and addressed. Able to demonstrate a high level of political and business awareness Ensure a clear, confident, and collaborative manner when articulating concepts, challenges, complexities to drive standards and best practices Well-developed analytical thinking & problem-solving skills, with the ability to learn new concepts and integrate varying inputs, comprehend intent of business needs, and help shape the solution Traceability modelling and consideration in all work completed Proactively identify opportunities & synergies between change initiatives to ensure a co-ordinated approach to business design and provide independent design challenge where appropriate and manage expectations. Articulate, and literate - able to express complex concepts both verbally and in written form Passionate about protecting Domestic and General, our staff, customers and clients from cyber threat exposure Detailed understanding of wider industry developments and the ability to respond effectively to changes in needs, regulatory stipulations and updated cyber threat assessments Ability to remain confident and assured in difficult circumstances, proven resilience, and stamina to sustain performance when under continuous pressure Enterprise architecture contribution/understanding Knowledge: A broad working knowledge across a range of domains will be required Target Operating Models Business Strategy, Design & Roadmaps Change Management Business case support/development Benefits realisation against OKR's KPI Frameworks Agile - Scrum and Kanban Regulatory landscape Experience: Experience working with senior directors / leadership team members & business strategists Process design and mapping Requirement's definition & management Understanding and experience of business architecture best practices and goals Maturing business architecture functions Producing scope documents for Design Authorities Large programme delivery involvement End to end project delivery experience Vendor engagement and relationship management Business architecture awareness and understanding Development of business architecture artefacts. Core Competency: Leadership: Energy and perseverance: Apply your drive and ambition, always learning and adapting, yet remaining calm and persistent in the face of challenge Ownership and accountability: Take personal responsibility for broader business performance, striving to do the right thing Makes it happen: Focus on execution and driving results, making sound decisions that create real value Customer focused: Passionate about customers and clients - look for ways to improve customer or client services to create a positive and legacy Collaboration: You encourage an open exchange of information, seeking new working relationships to help break down barriers Developer: Support and empower colleagues to achieve a high standard of performance Technical: Business and technical process design and delivery Formalised requirements gathering, documentation and ownership Traceability matrix creation and ownership Risk and Issue management Business change facilitation and delivery Support of cost forecast and business benefit formulation Qualification: Degree or equivalent Ideally - Industry recognised qualifications for: Business Analysis (ISEB) Business Architecture (CBA, TOGAF, Six Sigma). Agile (Product Owner, Scrum Master)
The Business Analyst... leads the requirements and scope definition for Information Security programme initiatives. Working collaboratively with stakeholders and technical SME's to explore strategic themes. Shaping early propositions into a set business requirements and scope that align to the target roadmap, will meet the strategic intent and value drivers owns the creation and articulation of business requirements feeding into and supporting the subsequent design for programme delivery team(s). Ensuring standards are met which clearly describe the scope of the proposition, supports the transition from business requirements to solution design and shows a 'clear line of sight' from strategy to execution and business benefits realisation (through mapping to OKR's & KPI's) is responsible for defining, preparing, and modelling the current and future state ('as is' and 'to be') business process flows that can be used to clearly identify gaps, required change, associated impact and help define priority. Support the principles, direction, and standards as it relates to the existing business process framework works with the Security and Enterprise Architect(s), to assist with developing a structured strategy and business design relating to the platforms and technology based on business needs and strategic direction, to ensure integrity to programme/portfolio design supports the Programme Director with the development of business cases and associated investment based on evidence validated with stakeholders across the organisation. Incorporation of an outline of the anticipated benefits, design choices, costs, risks and issues, whilst considering and aligning to appropriate governance supports a broad, enterprise-wide view of the D&G business and varying degrees of appreciation for strategy, processes, and various platform capabilities, enabling technologies, and governance leads interviews and facilitate meetings with key stakeholders (as appropriate) to derive and validate business requirements, process models and recommend operational efficiencies controls and quality facilitates in the identification and development of recommendations for business process or workflow issues within the organisation Key Relationships: Technology and Engineering Leadership Team Delivery and Change Leadership Team Business Design and Analysis Team Programme Director(s) Level 2 leaders across business Enterprise Architecture Team & Portfolio / Solution Architects Key Responsibility: Support the development of the business strategy through programmes of work As part of the wider BA community support organizational strategic reviews and framework alignment Determine and own business requirements and scope for assigned projects Determine and own business requirements and scope for the programme Engage and work with the wider D&G architecture team, programme directors and 3rd party consultancies as required Key participant within Agile teams and Waterfall delivery teams System Knowledge: AS400 IBM Datastage data platform architecture and solutions Genio or call centre agent front end General understanding of Security Systems / measures Cloud solution understanding (Azure/AWS) Skills: Highly capable self-starter who will need to hit the ground running, with the ability to think strategically and work at pace with a high degree of autonomy. Define and deliver clear business benefits and anchor the design for the programme or project as it progresses through an agile or waterfall lifecycle Enthusiastic team player with strong leadership skills will be required. Someone who can build consensus across a large and often diverse group of stakeholders. Ensure stakeholder interests are identified and addressed. Able to demonstrate a high level of political and business awareness Ensure a clear, confident, and collaborative manner when articulating concepts, challenges, complexities to drive standards and best practices Well-developed analytical thinking & problem-solving skills, with the ability to learn new concepts and integrate varying inputs, comprehend intent of business needs, and help shape the solution Traceability modelling and consideration in all work completed Proactively identify opportunities & synergies between change initiatives to ensure a co-ordinated approach to business design and provide independent design challenge where appropriate and manage expectations. Articulate, and literate - able to express complex concepts both verbally and in written form Passionate about protecting Domestic and General, our staff, customers and clients from cyber threat exposure Detailed understanding of wider industry developments and the ability to respond effectively to changes in needs, regulatory stipulations and updated cyber threat assessments Ability to remain confident and assured in difficult circumstances, proven resilience, and stamina to sustain performance when under continuous pressure Enterprise architecture contribution/understanding Knowledge: A broad working knowledge across a range of domains will be required Target Operating Models Business Strategy, Design & Roadmaps Change Management Business case support/development Benefits realisation against OKR's KPI Frameworks Agile - Scrum and Kanban Regulatory landscape Experience: Experience working with senior directors / leadership team members & business strategists Process design and mapping Requirement's definition & management Understanding and experience of business architecture best practices and goals Maturing business architecture functions Producing scope documents for Design Authorities Large programme delivery involvement End to end project delivery experience Vendor engagement and relationship management Business architecture awareness and understanding Development of business architecture artefacts. Core Competency: Leadership: Energy and perseverance: Apply your drive and ambition, always learning and adapting, yet remaining calm and persistent in the face of challenge Ownership and accountability: Take personal responsibility for broader business performance, striving to do the right thing Makes it happen: Focus on execution and driving results, making sound decisions that create real value Customer focused: Passionate about customers and clients - look for ways to improve customer or client services to create a positive and legacy Collaboration: You encourage an open exchange of information, seeking new working relationships to help break down barriers Developer: Support and empower colleagues to achieve a high standard of performance Technical: Business and technical process design and delivery Formalised requirements gathering, documentation and ownership Traceability matrix creation and ownership Risk and Issue management Business change facilitation and delivery Support of cost forecast and business benefit formulation Qualification: Degree or equivalent Ideally - Industry recognised qualifications for: Business Analysis (ISEB) Business Architecture (CBA, TOGAF, Six Sigma). Agile (Product Owner, Scrum Master)
Sopra Steria
Are you looking for an opportunity as a Test Analyst to join a well-established team, with the opportunity for development and career progression? What you will be doing: To provide enhanced coordination and comprehensive testing and analytical skills, whether as part of a testing project, within a managed testing service, or as part of a development project for both functional and non-functional testing. The role may entail team leading and providing advice and guidance on process and good practises to own or other teams. Also provides guidance on testing best practice to other teams. Deliver work to agreed estimates and timescales. Mentor and coordinate the test team. To apply Sopra Steria Testing Processes using Sopra Steria RightTestingTM or client processes (as appropriate). Provide breadth of domain knowledge to support delivery in all areas of testing. Produce a Test Strategy for simple or moderate testing requirements, utilising a risk-based approach. Produce and review Test Plans for simple or moderate testing requirements, in line with the Test Strategy. Develop high level Test Cases (scenarios) and Test Scripts, including expected results, for simple or moderate requirements in line with the Test Strategy. Create and manage test data and specify testing environments for more complex requirements. To support and execute all levels of testing by actively co-ordinating other parties involved in the project and to document and verify test results. To raise, record and monitor details of incidents encountered during testing. Produce metrics on tests executed and incidents raised and proactively facilitate the resolution of errors. To use testing tools, as required and assist with tool evaluation as appropriate. Produce Test Review Reports for simple or moderate testing requirements and ensure best practice information is captured for continuous improvement. Carry out impact analysis of change requests or changing priorities and implement change control and configuration management as appropriate. Undertake estimating for testing activities. To report own and team's progress and issues in a timely manner as defined in the Test Strategy and the agreed team organisation. Escalate issues that might impact on quality or the ability to complete tests according to plan, and to proactively seek appropriate solutions. Carry out and control audits of test plans, scripts and results and support test executions if required by the test strategy. To aid enhancement of knowledge within the team by mentoring and sharing knowledge and best practices. What you'll bring: At an advanced level able to articulate and demonstrate a good understanding of: Test Management: Responsibilities for the Test Analyst Improving The Testing Process Test Techniques Testing Software Quality Characteristics Reviews Defect Management Test Tools And Automation People Skills - Team Composition Has demonstrable in-depth experience in using common business technology (for example, MS Office suite of tools) Has demonstrable in-depth experience of using business technology within a specific domain; including at least one of the following: applications, infrastructure, security, networks Able to produce a wide range of test deliverables in-line with applicable standards. International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) Foundation Level Certification International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) Test Analyst Advanced Level Certification Certification of one or more of the programmes listed below: Any - HP ExpertOne Programme Certification ALM QTP Loadrunner Any - Oracle Certified Professional Any - SAP Certified Application Associate Any - Microsoft Certified Professional Demonstrable experience of working as a Senior Test Analyst within large / complex solutions integration programmes / projects Demonstrable knowledge and experience using three or more software engineering tools, techniques, methods, at an advanced level, in accordance with recognised standards, specifically: SQL (for example; production of complex scripts to query a relational database) MS Excel (for example; construction of macros to support production of complex dataset queries and builds) PL/SQL, C, VB, or Java (for example; construction of complex procedures and functions to administrate, or drive applications and tools) HP ALM, HP QC (for example; configuration and full lifecycle management of a test suite It would be great if you had: International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) Technical Test Analyst Advanced Level Certification International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) Test Manager Advanced Level Certification PRINCE 2 Foundation Team Leadership within a testing team Good knowledge of the latest developments and future strategy for their technology area, and an awareness of its application within past and present Sopra Steria engagements Employment Type - Full Time, Permanent Location - Cheltenham (on-site) Security Clearance Level - DV Internal Recruiter - Lee Brown Salary - £45-£48k Benefits - 25 days holiday with the option to buy/sell days, Pension, 4 x Life Assurance and 3% flexible benefits fund Although this role is advertised as full-time, we believe that flexibility at work can promote work/life balance, increase your motivation, reduce stress and improve performance and productivity. We support different ways of working and can offer a range of flexible working arrangements. So, if you're interested and need to work flexibly, we encourage you to apply and talk to us about what might be possible. Loved reading about this job and want to know more about our company? Sopra Steria's Aerospace, Defence and Security business designs, develops and deploys digital solutions to Central Government clients. The work we do makes a real difference to the client's goal of National Security, and we operate in a unique and privileged environment. We are given time for professional development activities, and we coach and mentor our colleagues, sharing knowledge and learning from each other. We foster a culture in which employees feel valued and supported and have pride in their work for the customer, delivering outstanding rates of customer satisfaction in the UK's most complex safety- and security-critical markets. Our technical specialists deploy systems running many of the major operating systems such as Microsoft Windows, Mac OS, and multiple Linux distros. We also provide Messaging and Collaboration systems and support, Application packaging and deployment, along with supporting Infrastructure and Cloud services and support. Our time can be split between our services and project work, so we have the chance to be multi-disciplined and access to a range of technologies. We embrace difference as a source of creativity, innovation and competitive advantage and are striving to become a more diverse organisation. We welcome applications from people with a diverse variety of backgrounds and identities. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. We have partnered with Vercida , the UK's largest diversity and inclusion focused careers site, where all our vacancies are available in an accessible format. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, to enable you to perform to the best of your ability, please let us know when completing your application. We participate in the Disability Confident scheme and are committed to offering an interview to any candidate with a disability, who meets the minimum criteria for the role. If you believe this could apply to you, please let us know when completing your application.
Are you looking for an opportunity as a Test Analyst to join a well-established team, with the opportunity for development and career progression? What you will be doing: To provide enhanced coordination and comprehensive testing and analytical skills, whether as part of a testing project, within a managed testing service, or as part of a development project for both functional and non-functional testing. The role may entail team leading and providing advice and guidance on process and good practises to own or other teams. Also provides guidance on testing best practice to other teams. Deliver work to agreed estimates and timescales. Mentor and coordinate the test team. To apply Sopra Steria Testing Processes using Sopra Steria RightTestingTM or client processes (as appropriate). Provide breadth of domain knowledge to support delivery in all areas of testing. Produce a Test Strategy for simple or moderate testing requirements, utilising a risk-based approach. Produce and review Test Plans for simple or moderate testing requirements, in line with the Test Strategy. Develop high level Test Cases (scenarios) and Test Scripts, including expected results, for simple or moderate requirements in line with the Test Strategy. Create and manage test data and specify testing environments for more complex requirements. To support and execute all levels of testing by actively co-ordinating other parties involved in the project and to document and verify test results. To raise, record and monitor details of incidents encountered during testing. Produce metrics on tests executed and incidents raised and proactively facilitate the resolution of errors. To use testing tools, as required and assist with tool evaluation as appropriate. Produce Test Review Reports for simple or moderate testing requirements and ensure best practice information is captured for continuous improvement. Carry out impact analysis of change requests or changing priorities and implement change control and configuration management as appropriate. Undertake estimating for testing activities. To report own and team's progress and issues in a timely manner as defined in the Test Strategy and the agreed team organisation. Escalate issues that might impact on quality or the ability to complete tests according to plan, and to proactively seek appropriate solutions. Carry out and control audits of test plans, scripts and results and support test executions if required by the test strategy. To aid enhancement of knowledge within the team by mentoring and sharing knowledge and best practices. What you'll bring: At an advanced level able to articulate and demonstrate a good understanding of: Test Management: Responsibilities for the Test Analyst Improving The Testing Process Test Techniques Testing Software Quality Characteristics Reviews Defect Management Test Tools And Automation People Skills - Team Composition Has demonstrable in-depth experience in using common business technology (for example, MS Office suite of tools) Has demonstrable in-depth experience of using business technology within a specific domain; including at least one of the following: applications, infrastructure, security, networks Able to produce a wide range of test deliverables in-line with applicable standards. International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) Foundation Level Certification International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) Test Analyst Advanced Level Certification Certification of one or more of the programmes listed below: Any - HP ExpertOne Programme Certification ALM QTP Loadrunner Any - Oracle Certified Professional Any - SAP Certified Application Associate Any - Microsoft Certified Professional Demonstrable experience of working as a Senior Test Analyst within large / complex solutions integration programmes / projects Demonstrable knowledge and experience using three or more software engineering tools, techniques, methods, at an advanced level, in accordance with recognised standards, specifically: SQL (for example; production of complex scripts to query a relational database) MS Excel (for example; construction of macros to support production of complex dataset queries and builds) PL/SQL, C, VB, or Java (for example; construction of complex procedures and functions to administrate, or drive applications and tools) HP ALM, HP QC (for example; configuration and full lifecycle management of a test suite It would be great if you had: International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) Technical Test Analyst Advanced Level Certification International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) Test Manager Advanced Level Certification PRINCE 2 Foundation Team Leadership within a testing team Good knowledge of the latest developments and future strategy for their technology area, and an awareness of its application within past and present Sopra Steria engagements Employment Type - Full Time, Permanent Location - Cheltenham (on-site) Security Clearance Level - DV Internal Recruiter - Lee Brown Salary - £45-£48k Benefits - 25 days holiday with the option to buy/sell days, Pension, 4 x Life Assurance and 3% flexible benefits fund Although this role is advertised as full-time, we believe that flexibility at work can promote work/life balance, increase your motivation, reduce stress and improve performance and productivity. We support different ways of working and can offer a range of flexible working arrangements. So, if you're interested and need to work flexibly, we encourage you to apply and talk to us about what might be possible. Loved reading about this job and want to know more about our company? Sopra Steria's Aerospace, Defence and Security business designs, develops and deploys digital solutions to Central Government clients. The work we do makes a real difference to the client's goal of National Security, and we operate in a unique and privileged environment. We are given time for professional development activities, and we coach and mentor our colleagues, sharing knowledge and learning from each other. We foster a culture in which employees feel valued and supported and have pride in their work for the customer, delivering outstanding rates of customer satisfaction in the UK's most complex safety- and security-critical markets. Our technical specialists deploy systems running many of the major operating systems such as Microsoft Windows, Mac OS, and multiple Linux distros. We also provide Messaging and Collaboration systems and support, Application packaging and deployment, along with supporting Infrastructure and Cloud services and support. Our time can be split between our services and project work, so we have the chance to be multi-disciplined and access to a range of technologies. We embrace difference as a source of creativity, innovation and competitive advantage and are striving to become a more diverse organisation. We welcome applications from people with a diverse variety of backgrounds and identities. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. We have partnered with Vercida , the UK's largest diversity and inclusion focused careers site, where all our vacancies are available in an accessible format. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, to enable you to perform to the best of your ability, please let us know when completing your application. We participate in the Disability Confident scheme and are committed to offering an interview to any candidate with a disability, who meets the minimum criteria for the role. If you believe this could apply to you, please let us know when completing your application.
