We are seeking an experienced Quality Assurance & Test Manager to lead quality governance for a major enterprise-wide network transformation programme within a global logistics environment.This is a high-impact contract role, ideal for a senior QA leader with deep enterprise network transformation experience and a passion for embedding structured quality practices into complex organisations.The organisation is undertaking the full replacement of legacy Cisco Systems infrastructure with Hewlett Packard Enterprise (Aruba) technologies across: SD-WANSD-LANRouters, switches, and wireless access points This transformation spans global operations and is critical to future scalability, security, and performance.The RoleThe Quality Assurance & Test Manager carries a dual mandate: Ensure the transformed network environment meets defined technical, operational, performance, and security standards.Establish and embed a sustainable QA and structured testing culture across the in-house network function and a third-party service provider with limited exposure to enterprise-grade QA practices. This role is not just delivery-focused — it is organisationally transformational.Key Responsibilities Define and implement the end-to-end QA & Test governance frameworkEstablish structured quality gates across all programme phasesGovern testing across underlay, SD-WAN and SD-LAN domainsDrive quality accountability across internal and external teamsIntroduce measurable KPIs and quality performance dashboardsCertify operational readiness prior to go-liveProvide executive-level quality assurance statements and reportingQA & Test Management Framework and Quality PolicyQA & Test Strategy and End-to-End Test PlanQuality Gate Entry/Exit Criteria and Evidence PacksRACI Matrix for QA & Test ResponsibilitiesQuality Performance Dashboard and KPI ReportingTest Summary Reports and QA StatementsQuality Capability Development Plan (internal & third-party)Operational Readiness Certification & Quality Sign-off Packs We are looking for: Proven experience as a QA/Test Manager in enterprise network transformation programmesStrong understanding of: HPE Aruba networking technologiesSD-WAN / SD-LAN implementations Experience establishing QA frameworks in environments lacking structured testing maturityStrong governance, documentation, and executive reporting capabilityExperience working with third-party service providers in outsourced modelsFluent English (Portuguese is advantageous) Ideal Background 10+ years in network quality assurance / test leadershipExperience in logistics, supply chain, or other globally distributed environments preferredITIL, ISTQB, or equivalent QA certifications beneficial Quality Assurance Test Manager - teramo, abruzzo, it#J-18808-Ljbffr