Data Test Analyst - SC Cleared

Data Test Analyst - SC Cleared

Whitehall Resources are looking for a Data Test Analyst - SC Cleared. This role requires 2 days per month onsite in Shropshire, and the remainder remote working, for an initial 6-month contract.

***Due to the nature of the client, this role requires candidates to hold an ACTIVE SC CLEARANCE***

***Inside IR35***

Purpose of the Role:

To validate data integrity, accuracy, and functionality during the migration of SAS estate (including SAS 9.4 and Viya 3.5 components) to SAS Viya 4 on DPS AWS. The Data Test Analyst ensures that migrated data and processes meet business requirements and comply with the clients’ standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Test Planning & Design:Develop detailed test plans and cases for data migration, transformation, and validation.
• Define acceptance criteria for migrated datasets and analytical workflows.
• Data Validation:Perform data reconciliation between SAS 9.4 and SAS Viya 4 environments.
• Validate ETL processes, data pipelines, and reporting outputs for accuracy and completeness.
• Automation & Tools:Implement automated data validation scripts using SQL, Python, or SAS.
• Support integration of automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
• Defect Management:Log, track, and manage defects related to data inconsistencies or migration issues.
• Collaborate with Data Engineers and developers to resolve issues promptly.
• Compliance & Governance:Ensure all testing activities adhere to the clients security, GDPR, and data governance standards.
• Collaboration:Work closely with Business Analysts, Test Manager, and migration teams to align testing with requirements.
• Support UAT and provide evidence for sign-off.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Strong experience in:Data testing and validation for large-scale migrations.
• Writing and executing SQL queries for data comparison and profiling.
• Knowledge of:SAS technologies (SAS 9.4, SAS Viya 3.x/4).
• ETL processes and data integration frameworks.
• Familiarity with:Test automation tools and scripting (Python, SAS).
• Agile delivery and defect management tools (Jira, Confluence).
• Desirable Qualifications:ISTQB Foundation or Advanced Test Analyst certification.
• Experience in government or regulated environments.
• Understanding of cloud platforms (AWS) and containerized deployments.