Anil Kumar Didigam
Summary
SC-Cleared Software Test Analyst with 19+ years’ experience delivering high-quality testing across major UK Government, Defence and Public Sector programmes. Brings 15+ years of continuous SC-cleared project work, specialising in manual and automation testing across complex ETL, Web, SOA, ESB, Cloud and client–server environments. Highly proficient across Agile, V-Model and Waterfall, with strong understanding of the full SDLC and proven ability to work within secure, multi-vendor delivery teams.
Experienced in creating Test Plans, Test Cases, defect management, environment setup and deployment, supported by hands-on expertise across Azure DevOps, AWS, VMware/ESX, Citrix, AD/GPO, Veritas Clustering and government-grade tool sets. Skilled in API, Functional, System, Integration, Regression, E2E, UAT and Database testing, ensuring consistently high defect-detection rates and reliable release quality. Recognised for strong communication, rapid learning and delivering within fast-paced, security-controlled environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Test Analyst (SC Cleared)
Home Office
Stanwell, Surrey
06.2025 - 02.2026
- Delivered functional, regression, accessibility, and end-to-end testing across INT and Pre-Prod environments.
- Authored and optimised functional and regression scripts to enhance testing efficiency.
- Managed test data sets and tracked JIRA defects to resolution.
- Produced comprehensive test reports at the conclusion of each test cycle.
- Implemented and Integrated automation scripts into CI/CD pipelines to facilitate continuous testing.
- Maintained automation scripts to ensure compatibility with UI or API changes.
- Identified and managed essential test data for automation processes.
Test Analyst (SC Cleared)
Home Office
London
11.2022 - 06.2025
- Planned & executed functional, system, and E2E test cycles for PNC and associated systems.
- Collaborated with subject experts and Test Managers to refine requirements.
- Reported test metrics and outcomes per cycle; led regression cycles across multiple environments.
- Ensured software met user requirements by conducting comprehensive UAT testing with external PNC users.
Test Analyst (SC Cleared)
QinetiQ IT & T
Portsmouth
01.2020 - 11.2022
- Implemented infrastructure & application test cases for MOD NSoIT(D).
- Automated critical scenarios and integrated tests into CI/CD pipelines with Playwright, cutting manual effort.
- Executed API testing via Postman, building XML datasets from XSDs; validated logs through Splunk and performance through SolarWinds.
- Designed backup/restore, monitoring, auditing and startup/shutdown scenarios across multiple node types.
- Contributed to Harbour Acceptance Testing for 2 major UK Maritime Combat Vessels.
- Produced functional tests for ArcGIS, ArcMap and Situational Awareness apps (ICS, ICC, C2PC, JCHAT, NIRIS).
Test Analyst (SC Cleared)
Home Office
London
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Created & executed functional, system, E2E, and regression tests for PNC.
- Coordinated with SMEs and delivered comprehensive test reports per cycle with 100% audit acceptance.
- Responsible for raising and tracking of defects.
Test Analyst (SC Cleared)
CGI
Reading
09.2016 - 07.2019
- Designed & executed manual test cases in HP ALM across API, Functional, System, UEPT & E2E phases.
- Generated XML test data and validated payloads for Smart Metering eco-system.
- Automated regression packs using Selenium, Java, TestNG & Maven.
- Responsible for creating various XML test data files from XSD’s and Reference Data documents for different business requests to process through Putty, WinSCP and Soap UI.
- Supported SIT, UIT, UAT and cross-system integration.
Test Analyst (SC Cleared)
HP Enterprise
Hook, Hampshire
03.2016 - 08.2016
- Executed functional, regression, and E2E testing for DII(F) migrations.
- Constructed XP/Win7 test UADs while verifying release notes and MSPs.
- Generated XML user/security datasets to support testing processes.
- Delivered test cycle-end reports with zero variance from expected outcomes.
Test Analyst (SC Cleared)
HP Enterprise
Hook, Hampshire
07.2015 - 02.2016
- Executed multi-interface testing (Functional, System, Integration, Connectivity) for TAFMIS JIT.
- Queried & validated data using SQL Server and Business Objects XI.
- Processed XML payloads via HP R2T test harness, ensuring 100% schema compliance.
Test Analyst (SC Cleared)
Fujitsu
Basingstoke, Hampshire
12.2014 - 06.2015
- Delivered infrastructure & application testing using SCCM, SCOM, Lumension, LogRhythm & AD/GPO.
- Tested COTS applications (C2PC, ICS, ICC, ESRI ArcMap) across multiple classified environments.
- Supported FAT/OAT cycles with full traceability.
Test Analyst (SC Cleared)
Fujitsu
Reading
05.2012 - 11.2014
- Tested large-scale DIIF infrastructure & provisioning systems (QARS, Trust Services, AD, Exchange migrations).
- Authored & executed test cases via HP ALM; produced XML data sets & batch script inputs.
- Delivered functional, system and E2E testing with repeated first-time-pass deployments.
Test Analyst (SC Cleared)
HP
Reading
09.2010 - 04.2012
- Executed full lifecycle testing for one of the UK’s largest government infrastructure programmes.
- Coordinated with SMEs to refine requirements and regression test packs.
- Reported defects and metrics with 99% accuracy.
System Tester
AVIS
Bracknell, Bracknell Forest
12.2008 - 04.2010
- Developed & executed test cases for forecasting & optimisation platforms, validating demand models.
- Performed DB validation using SQL Server 2005 and automated regression via QTP.
- Executed MDX scripts to validate MSBI reporting accuracy.
Software Test Analyst
O2
Heathrow, Hillingdon
10.2007 - 11.2008
- Created test scenarios for telecom billing/provisioning systems; executed functional/system/regression test cycles.
- Validated databases via SQL & server logs via Unix; reported defects in Quality Centre.
Software Test Engineer
Sky Net
London
11.2006 - 09.2007
- Produced test plans & cases; executed manual and QTP-based regression for shipment tracking systems.
- Logged & managed defects via Quality Centre.
Tester
AXA SUNLIFE
Bristol
09.2005 - 10.2006
- Reviewed, designed & executed test cases for multi-product insurance platform.
- Delivered system/regression/E2E cycles with consistent sign-off approvals.
Education
Master of Computer Science -
Kakatiya University
IndiaBachelor of Computer Science -
Kakatiya University
IndiaSkills
Technical Skills: Operating Systems, Cloud Programming, Scripting Databases, Test & Defect Management API, XML & Integration Tools, Enterprise & Infrastructure Tools, Configuration & Version Control, Applications & Platforms Soft Skills:
- Windows (all versions), UNIX, MS-DOS
- VMware/ESX, AWS, Citrix
- SQL, JavaScript, TypeScript, VBScript
- Oracle, MS SQL Server (2005, 2008, 2012)
- Jira, Azure DevOps, ALM/Quality Centre, Test Director, ClearQuest, TestRail
- Selenium WebDriver, Playwright (Automation)
- XML Spy, Postman, SOAP UI
- Batch Processor, R2T Test Harness
- PuTTY, RDM, JSON, XML, XSD, Kafka
- SCCM, SCOM, Lumension, SolarWinds, Splunk, LogRhythm
- CVS, VSS, StarTeam, Remedy
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking
- Highly adaptable in secure, fast-paced environments
- Collaborative team player across multi-vendor/Agile teams
- Strong attention to detail and quality mindset
- Rapid learner with ability to master new tools/processes
- Proactive, organised, and reliable under pressure
Certification
ISEB Certified
References
References can be provided on request.
Personal Information
Clearances
SC (Expires:01/06/2032), NPPV3 (Expires : 05/01/2030)
Timeline
Test Analyst (SC Cleared)
Home Office
06.2025 - 02.2026
Test Analyst (SC Cleared)
Home Office
11.2022 - 06.2025
Test Analyst (SC Cleared)
QinetiQ IT & T
01.2020 - 11.2022
Test Analyst (SC Cleared)
Home Office
08.2019 - 12.2019
Test Analyst (SC Cleared)
CGI
09.2016 - 07.2019
Test Analyst (SC Cleared)
HP Enterprise
03.2016 - 08.2016
Test Analyst (SC Cleared)
HP Enterprise
07.2015 - 02.2016
Test Analyst (SC Cleared)
Fujitsu
12.2014 - 06.2015
Test Analyst (SC Cleared)
Fujitsu
05.2012 - 11.2014
Test Analyst (SC Cleared)
HP
09.2010 - 04.2012
System Tester
AVIS
12.2008 - 04.2010
Software Test Analyst
O2
10.2007 - 11.2008
Software Test Engineer
Sky Net
11.2006 - 09.2007
Tester
AXA SUNLIFE
09.2005 - 10.2006
Master of Computer Science -
Kakatiya University
Bachelor of Computer Science -
Kakatiya University