Functional Interoperability & ORAN Interop Evaluation Analyst

Successful candidates will have a unique experience working on or supporting the latest ground-breaking cyber security and networking technologies on a national and international scale. This opportunity will allow those involved to have first-hand exposure to the latest technologies via the research and development that we are undertaking to secure our telecommunications networks, in order to keep the UK the safest place to live and do business online.
As a trusted and independent national capability, the UKTL will interact at the intersection of standards bodies, such as 3GPP, the National Cyber Security Centre and the wider UK intelligence community, academia, Ofcom, as well as Communications Service Providers and telecommunication equipment vendors.
Your contributions will directly impact the security of telecommunications networks on a national and international scale. As part of this role, you will be immersed in cutting-edge research and development efforts aimed at safeguarding the digital landscape, ensuring the UK remains a global leader in online safety and commerce.
Key Responsibilities:
Enhancing Test Suite Capabilities: Contribute to the development and enhancement of the UKTL's interoperability test suite, ensuring it remains at the forefront of technological advancements.
Conducting Rigorous Testing: Execute thorough and consistent interoperability tests, meticulously documenting and analysing results to identify potential vulnerabilities and areas for improvement.
Effective Communication: Articulate and justify the implications of test findings to both internal and external stakeholders, facilitating informed decision-making and proactive responses to emerging threats.
Test Strategy Development: Collaborate in the design and refinement of test cases, comprehensively outlining their scope, limitations, and impact, and preparing detailed test specification documents aligned with overarching testing strategies.
Quality Assurance Coordination: Maintain meticulous records to support quality assurance processes, coordinating test schedules with the broader UKTL team to ensure seamless execution of testing protocols.
Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with a diverse array of stakeholders, including standards bodies, governmental agencies, academia, and industry partners, to ensure the meaningfulness and comprehensiveness of interoperability testing efforts and gather valuable insights into equipment configurations
Here are examples of technical skills, knowledge, and experience we value:
Passion for interoperability research and testing.
Proficiency in cloud-native products and virtualized infrastructure.
Familiarity with telecoms and industry standards like 3GPP, O-RAN, and 5G.
Hands-on experience in testing telecoms or network equipment.
Expertise in creating, validating, and executing test scripts.
Proven track record in designing and documenting test environments as part of a comprehensive strategy.
Proficiency in various test automation frameworks, understanding their strengths and limitations.
Experience in HTTP and/or API testing.
Ability to analyse logs and detect anomalies or unexpected outcomes during testing.
Possession of relevant professional or academic qualifications, or equivalent hands-on experience and learning through apprenticeships.
We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. However, due to the nature of our work, stringent requirements regarding nationality, residency, and security clearances apply. To be eligible for this role, you must possess SC clearance with no restrictions, or have the capability to obtain SC clearance.
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