IT Technician

Manpower Cyprus, on behalf of our client, one of the largest multinational payment and transactional services company in the World, we are seeking to recruit an IT Technician, to be based at our client’s premises in Nicosia.

Job Responsibilities:

• Be part of a team and provide front-line IT / Technical support
• Maintain the corporate Systems Infrastructure
• Assist in the installation of equipment and operating systems/applications
• Perform enhancements and upgrades
• Provide technical support to end users
• Complete other assigned duties

Requirements:

• Degree in Computer Science / Engineering or any other Information Technology related field
• Knowledge and experience of Windows OS
• Knowledge and experience in hardware and software configurations
• Fluent in Greek and English (written and verbal)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to learn and apply IT technology and concepts
• Ability to work individually and as a part of a team

Remuneration:

A very attractive package of remuneration will be offered to the successful candidate based on industry knowledge, experience and qualifications

Applications:

Interested applicants should apply to the following link: http://ffi.sh/auySW

IT Support Engineers

An excellent opportunity has arisen within the tech industry. Manpower Cyprus, on behalf of our client a leading software and solutions group of Companies, we are seeking to recruit IT Support Engineers to join their expanding team based in Nicosia.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assisting customers and users both remotely and on-site
• Planning, installing, configuring, and supporting Windows OS and Authorized Vendor Hardware / Software, as well as Microsoft Cloud Services
• Designing, implementing and supporting Microsoft Exchange, Active Directory.
• Supporting day-to-day operations and infrastructure maintenance
• Responding to inquiries and providing technical support to clients, employees, service providers and vendors’.
• Any other additional duties as assigned

Qualifications & Skills:

• University/College Degree within the field of IT / Engineering.
• Experience in the IT Industry will be considered an advantage
• Proven experience in Windows Platforms, Microsoft 365, Active Directory, DNS/DHCP will be an asset
• Basic Networking/Routing skills

Applications:

Interested applicants should apply to the following link: http://ffi.sh/ruAYJ

Entry - Level Software Developer

The Role:
Finmatek, a Fincap subsidiary and a fast-growing FinTech company in Cyprus is seeking to recruit a passionate and self-motivated professional for the position of Entry - Level Software Developer to deliver innovative customer-oriented software, to be based in their office in Nicosia or Limassol.
The candidate will join an Agile team of developers responsible for building new solutions within the financial technology space, and will participate in the whole Development Life Cycle of the software – design, implementation, testing, and maintenance.

Duties and Responsibilities:
•Develop reliable, automated software solutions
•Gather and analyse user requirements
•Work with internal application teams, product owners, and end-users to create reliable business intelligence products
•Assist in the implementation of new regulatory reporting regimes (EMIR REFIT)
•Develop and maintain knowledge of different regulatory reporting regimes, compliance, and regulations in the financial services industry.
•Help identify inefficient queries and suggest alternatives
•Implement software solutions
•Document and demonstrate solutions by developing documentation, flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, charts, code comments and clear code
•Update job knowledge by studying state-of-the-art development tools, programming techniques and computing equipment; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications
•Collect, analyze and suggest solutions for development and service issues
•Address business unit requests, clearly communicating commitments
•Protect the confidentiality and security of data

Qualifications and Requirements:
•Bachelor degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
•Previous work experience is not necessary, but experience in any of the below will be considered a plus:
oSoftware development, e.g. in Python, C++, Java, or PHP
oSQL databases
oLinux and Bash
•Work collaboratively with others to achieve goals
•Be a persistent, creative problem solver
•Strong written and verbal English in business and technical contexts
•Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools
•Experienced in working under pressure, shifting priorities as tasks come in
•Organised, focused and diligent, in executing the projects by the Manager/ Senior Manager and/or assigning tasks
•Willingness to learn and evolve in a fast paced environment
•Communication skills, both written and verbal
•Professionalism, work ethic, self-motivated and team player
•Positive can-do attitude, highly committed personality

Benefits:
•Attractive remuneration package based on qualifications and experience, including 13th salary
•“Dress for Your Day” scheme
•Flexible working hours
•Afternoon off on Fridays
•Medical insurance
•Provident fund
•Employee referral scheme
•Excellent opportunities for career development and advancement

To apply for this vacancy, please send your CV to hr@fincap.com.
All applicants will be treated with strict confidentiality. Kindly note that only successful applicants will be contacted.

Reg4Tech Ltd (member of the Russell Bedford International and affiliate of FINCAP Advisers Group of Companies), an IT Audit and IT Consulting services Company, is seeking to recruit Information Security Manager, for its offices in Nicosia and Limassol.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with both Cypriot and international clients in areas such as Information Security, IT Governance, Third Party Assurance Controls Reporting, IT Regulatory Compliance, Data Protection, IT Risk assessments and IT Audits.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Leading Information Security projects as part of Internal Audits and External Financial Audits, Third Party Assurance controls reporting (SOC 1 / SOC 2 & ISAE 3000 / 3402), IT Regulatory Compliance (EBA ICT, SWIFT, etc), IT Governance (ISO 27001, etc), Data Privacy (GDPR) and IT Risk Assessments.
• Identify and assess relevant Information Security and Data Privacy risks and controls.
• Collaborate with clients to design and implement Information Security and Data Privacy policies and procedures to address their IT Regulatory requirements.
• Support clients to obtain their ISO certifications in relation to Information Security, Data Privacy and Business Continuity.
• Coaching more junior level team members.

Qualifications and Requirements
• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Information Technology / Computer Science / Information Security / Cybersecurity / MIS or other related field.
• 5 to 7 years of relevant working experience is required.
• Knowledge of Information Security / IT Internal Controls frameworks and professional standards (e.g. ISO 27001, ISO 22301, ISO 22701), IT Audit/Assurance frameworks/standards and IT Regulatory requirements (e.g. EBA ICT, SWIFT-CSP and GDRP).
• Keep up-to-date knowledge of current technological frameworks and regulatory obligations.
• Ability to learn and evolve in a fast-paced environment.
• Interpersonal skills, team player, ability to build relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Greek.
• Applicants are required to hold at least one of the following professional certifications: CISA, CISM, CRISC, CISSP, or any other relevant professional qualification.

Benefits:
• Attractive remuneration package based on qualifications and experience, including 13th salary
• “Dress for Your Day” scheme
• Flexible work hours
• Afternoon off on Fridays
• Medical Insurance
• Provident Fund
• Employee referral scheme
• Excellent opportunities for career development and advancement

To apply for this vacancy, please send your CV to hr@fincap.com.
All applicants will be treated with strict confidentiality. Kindly note that only successful applicants will be contacted.

Junior Software Engineer - PRIME Technology Team

Be part of our international team, apply today and join our award-winning Fortune 500® company!

An opportunity has arisen for a Junior Software Engineer to join our PRIME Technology team in Nicosia, Cyprus. Both new graduates and seasoned professionals are of interest!

Our Software Engineers are responsible for coding, debugging, maintaining, supporting, implementing and validating applications whilst collaborating and communicating with appropriate parties. They will further maintain and utilise application and programming documents in the development of code, recommend changes in development, maintenance and system standards, and create appropriate deliverables and develop application implementation plans throughout the life cycle.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing code for TSYS Software independently or with support from Team Leader using various tools and owning responsibility for quality assurance of their development
• Solving client software issues and supporting the client software life-cycle
• Performing corrective measures for moderately complex code deficiencies and escalating alternative proposals as necessary
• Communicating and enforcing coding standards.

The successful candidate should have the following experience and skills:

• Educated to degree level in a relevant subject such as Computer Science, MIS, or related work experience in lieu of a degree
• Experience in C#/Java, HTML, CSS, ASP.NET, JavaScript
• Understanding of RESTful API design principles will be considered an advantage
• Familiar with agile methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban
• Experience with version control tools, such as Git, to manage and collaborate on codebases
• Knowledge of software testing techniques, such as unit testing, integration testing, and functional testing as well as experience with testing tools and frameworks, such as Junit and NUnit will be considered an advantage
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies and tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on understanding business requirements and translating them into technical solutions
• Good communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment
• Flexibility to work as part of a rotational 24 hour on-call programme
• Excellent spoken and written English communication skills.

TSYS offers structured career development, supported by training that provides the opportunity to learn and develop.

In addition to a competitive salary, you’ll have access to an excellent benefits package, including:

• Private medical insurance for you and your family, non-contributory, in and out patient cover
• A well-established, strong provident fund
• Life insurance (3x base salary)
• 21.5 days’ holiday, plus 14 public / bank holidays
• Flexible working (hybrid model – part from home, part from office)
• Wellbeing initiatives with access to support services
• On-site subsidized canteen & barista
• Modern offices opposite the Mall of Cyprus with gym and showers, games room (pool table, table tennis, darts, table football, play station) & prayer/meditation room
• Store discounts
• Regular social events and charitable initiatives to give back to our community.

To apply for this position, please visit our website www.globalpayments.com/about-us/careers and apply through the online system. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Java Software Engineer - Prime Architect Team

Be part of our international team, whether you are starting your career or looking for professional growth, apply today and join our award-winning Fortune 500® company!

An opportunity has arisen for a Java Software Engineer to join our Prime Architect team in Nicosia. The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of a software project life cycle including requirements gathering & analysis, design, coding, unit testing, implementation, and maintenance of the code. They will collaborate with systems analysts and business partners to develop specifications for system enhancements required for the functional improvement of the organization infrastructure platforms such as Jira.

The Java Software Engineer will assist in defining complex technical requirements for on-going infrastructure platforms maintenance interfacing with technical and/or functional teams to ensure the proper integration of business processes. They will also be responsible for root cause analysis and providing solutions for production and development issues related to infrastructure platforms.

Our Java Software Engineer will have the opportunity to:

• Design, deliver, and be the custodian of large-scale solutions, while implementing your creations with international engineering colleagues.
• Lead workstreams that design major value-adding projects for the company which embrace major players of the banking industry on a global scale.
• Drive cutting-edge technology by exploring concepts on Java development using the Spring Boot Framework and Oracle database on AWS Amazon cloud and more.
• Belong to a culturally diverse team with team members in 4 different countries. We work collaboratively in an environment that best supports new joiners!
• Remote work, flexibility to work from home.

Key responsibilities include:

• Designing and developing code independently and with cooperation with the Team Leader using various tools and owning responsibility for quality assurance of their development.
• Reviews deliverables for content, accuracy, and potential system impacts for assigned tasks. Reviews deliverables for alignment with objectives and provides feedback and recommendations.
• Experience in end-to-end project implementation delivery and awareness of SDLC.
• Problem solving and client support.
• Communicating and enforcing coding standards.
• Interacts with a diverse range of team, including project managers, senior management, and clients for successful implementation of given solutions.

Java development skills and experience:

• Educated to degree level in a relevant subject such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology or related field.
• Knowledge of web services implementation concepts using the Java Spring Boot Framework.
• Experience in developing web applications using at least one popular web framework (React.js).
• Ability to write well designed, testable, efficient code following coding standards.
• Good knowledge and experience in versioning control systems (Git).
• Strong understanding of Object-Oriented programming language concepts (Java).
• Excellent communication skills - ability to communicate clearly and concisely in English language, both verbally and in writing.

Experience in the following areas would be an advantage:

• Experience in REST API’s, React, Swagger and Open API Standards.
• Knowledge of AWS Cloud Services.
• Experience with Kafka.
• Familiarity with database design fundamentals (Oracle).

If you would like to share work portfolios / live project details via your personal website and/or Github/ Bitbucket accounts, then please include details on your CV.

TSYS offers structured career development, supported by training that provides the opportunity to learn and develop.

In addition to a competitive salary, you’ll have access to an excellent benefits package, including:

• Private medical insurance for you and your family, non-contributory, in and out patient cover
• A well-established, strong provident fund
• Life insurance (3x base salary)
• 21.5 days’ holiday, plus 14 public / bank holidays
• Flexible working (hybrid model – part from home, part from office)
• Wellbeing initiatives with access to support services
• On-site subsidized canteen & barista
• Modern offices opposite the Mall of Cyprus with gym and showers, games room (pool table, table tennis, darts, table football, play station) & prayer/meditation room
• Store discounts
• Regular social events and charitable initiatives to give back to our community.

To apply for this position, please visit our website www.globalpayments.com/about-us/careers and apply through the online system. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Software Engineer Senior - PRIME Technology Team

Be part of our international team, apply today and join our award-winning Fortune 500® company!

An opportunity has arisen for a Software Engineer Senior to join our PRIME Technology team in Nicosia, Cyprus. Both new graduates and seasoned professionals are of interest!

Our Software Engineers are responsible for coding, debugging, maintaining, supporting, implementing and validating applications whilst collaborating and communicating with appropriate parties. They will further maintain and utilise application and programming documents in the development of code, recommend changes in development, maintenance and system standards, and create appropriate deliverables and develop application implementation plans throughout the life cycle.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing code for TSYS Software independently using various tools and owning responsibility for quality assurance of their development
• Solving client software issues and supporting the client software life-cycle
• Performing corrective measures for moderately complex code deficiencies and escalating alternative proposals as necessary
• Communicating and enforcing coding standards
• Performing peer code reviews.

The successful candidate should have the following experience and skills:

• Educated to degree level in a relevant subject such as Computer Science, MIS, or related work experience in lieu of a degree
• 4+ Years experience in C#/Java, HTML, CSS, ASP.NET, MVC
• Strong understanding of RESTful API design principles
• Familiar with agile methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban
• Experience with version control tools, such as Git, to manage and collaborate on codebases
• Knowledge of software testing techniques, such as unit testing, integration testing, and functional testing. Experience with testing tools and frameworks, such as Junit and NUnit will be considered an advantage
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies and tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on understanding business requirements and translating them into technical solutions
• Good communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment
• Excellent spoken and written English communication skills.

TSYS offers structured career development, supported by training that provides the opportunity to learn and develop.

In addition to a competitive salary, you’ll have access to an excellent benefits package, including:

• Private medical insurance for you and your family, non-contributory, in and out patient cover
• A well-established, strong provident fund
• Life insurance (3x base salary)
• 21.5 days’ holiday, plus 14 public / bank holidays
• Flexible working (hybrid model – part from home, part from office)
• Wellbeing initiatives with access to support services
• On-site subsidized canteen & barista
• Modern offices opposite the Mall of Cyprus with gym and showers, games room (pool table, table tennis, darts, table football, play station) & prayer/meditation room
• Store discounts
• Regular social events and charitable initiatives to give back to our community.

To apply for this position, please visit our website www.globalpayments.com/about-us/careers and apply through the online system. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Full Stack Developer – Delivery International Team

Be part of our international team, apply today and join our award-winning Fortune 500® company!

We are excited to announce additional position is now available for a Full Stack Developer with knowledge on one of many programming languages (SQL, Java, Cx, C/C++) and technologies such as (Oracle PL/SQL, Unix/Linux, REST API).

The Delivery International team is responsible for successfully implementing major projects undertaken by the company, both commercially and internally, with our growing worldwide client base. We undertake projects for new clients and implement them in the cloud (AWS) or at the client premises. Moreover, we handle the implementation of new projects for existing clients, such as upgrades, migration, new development, and support for new features.

Our Software Engineers/Developers are involved in most of the product development stages, such as design, development, implementation, and support. In addition, they have the opportunity to:

• Design, deliver, and be the custodian of large-scale solutions, while implementing your creations with international engineering colleagues.
• Lead workstreams that design major value-adding projects for the company which embrace major players of the banking industry in Latin America.
• Drive cutting-edge technology by exploring concepts on AWS Amazon cloud, CI/CD tools, Jenkins automations, Kubernetes, GIT code repositories, Java development and Docker.
• Belong to a culturally diverse team with team members in 4 different countries. We work collaboratively in an environment that best supports new joiners!
• Travel at client premises including Latin America e.g. Brazil, Mexico and Caribbean.
• Remote work, Flexibility to work from home.

Key responsibilities include:

• Designing and developing code independently and with cooperation with the Team Leader using various tools and owning responsibility for quality assurance of their development
• Reviews deliverables for content, accuracy, and potential system impacts for assigned tasks. Reviews deliverables for alignment with objectives and provides feedback and recommendations.
• Experience in end-to-end project implementation delivery and awareness of SDLC
• Root cause analysis of issues in all the phases of a project
• Problem solving and client support
• Project implementation at client premises or on Amazon Cloud (AWS)
• Communicating and enforcing coding standards.
• Interacts with a diverse range of team, including project managers, senior management, and clients for successful implementation of given solutions

Essential requirements for the role:

• Minimum 2+ years’ experience with software designing, coding, and testing.
• Educated to degree level (e.g. BSc, MSc, B Tech) in an IT related subject such as Computer Science or MIS.
• Knowledge of Database Concepts and SQL.

If you have one of the following skills, or a combination of skills, we may have a role to suit you:

• Database Development skills, preferably in Oracle PL/SQL.
• REST API, ASP.NET and/or HTML, CSS, Java, JavaScript.
• Java, Cx, C/C++.

The following skills would be advantageous:

• Knowledge of UNIX/Linux Operating Systems.
• Knowledge of DevOps tools such as Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes etc.
• Knowledge of Cloud technology (e.g., AWS).
• Knowledge of working with version control tools such as SVN and Git.

Other requirements:

• Excellent spoken and written English communication skills.
• Spanish language will be considered an advantage.
• Flexibility to travel to client premises and undertake payment scheme certifications, onsite installation and client training, user acceptance testing support, act as floor walker and software expert during client visitations.

TSYS offers structured career development, supported by training that provides the opportunity to learn and develop.

In addition to a competitive salary, you’ll have access to an excellent benefits package, including:

• Private medical insurance for you and your family, non-contributory, in and out patient cover
• A well-established, strong provident fund
• Life insurance (3x base salary)
• 21.5 days’ holiday, plus 14 public / bank holidays
• Flexible working (hybrid model – part from home, part from office)
• Wellbeing initiatives with access to support services
• On-site subsidized canteen & barista
• Modern offices opposite the Mall of Cyprus with gym and showers, games room (pool table, table tennis, darts, table football, play station) & prayer/meditation room
• Store discounts
• Regular social events and charitable initiatives to give back to our community.

To apply for this position, please visit our website www.globalpayments.com/about-us/careers and apply through the online system. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Software Developer/Automation Engineer

Be part of our international team, apply today and join our award-winning Fortune 500® company!

An opportunity has arisen for a Software Developer/Automation Engineer to join our Quality Assurance & Technical Services Software Development team in Nicosia.

The successful candidate will be responsible for building, integrating, and improving Automated Testing Frameworks used to test TSYS Applications. He/she will be responsible for enhancing and supporting the team’s Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment pipelines and other internally developed software in value-added areas such as Operations Automation and Reconciliation Automation.

Essential requirements for the role:

• 1+ year in application development role
• Java, Python, C#, VB.Net
• Hands-on experience using GIT (either Bitbucket or GitHub)
• Working knowledge in database SQL querying
• Good general knowledge of technology.

Nice to have:

• Jenkins pipelines / Groovy
• Apache Airflow, Grafana, Prometheus
• Load testing tools such as jMeter, Locust (highly advantageous)
• Shell scripting (Bash and/or PowerShell)
• Java Spring Boot experience
• Basic understanding of cloud computing (preferably AWS)
• Basic understanding of Rest APIs
• AWS Cloud Practitioner.

The successful candidate should also have the following experience and skills:

• Educated to degree level (e.g., BSc, MSc, MCA, BCA, B Tech) in an IT related subject such as Computer Science or MIS
• Good communication skills - ability to communicate clearly and concisely in English language, both verbally and in writing, and to interact with both Business and IT partners to define, understand and evaluate business requirements and resolve production issues
• Ability to work competently, accurately, and professionally in a changeable & time critical environment and ultimately meet deadlines
• Superior analytical and problem-solving skills - ability to gather and analyze information and draw logical conclusions while identifying the root cause of problems and providing options for resolution. Detail oriented individual. Easily motivated with a solid work ethic
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and provide technical support on system and related technology issues
• Flexibility to work as part of a rotational 24 hour on-call program
• Actively contribute with ideas and suggestions to improve both technical knowledge base and organizational processes.

TSYS offers structured career development, supported by training that provides the opportunity to learn and develop.

In addition to a competitive salary, you’ll have access to an excellent benefits package, including:

• Private medical insurance for you and your family, non-contributory, in and out patient cover
• A well-established, strong provident fund
• Life insurance (3x base salary)
• 21.5 days’ holiday, plus 14 public / bank holidays
• Flexible working (hybrid model – part from home, part from office)
• Wellbeing initiatives with access to support services
• On-site subsidized canteen & barista
• Modern offices opposite the Mall of Cyprus with gym and showers, games room (pool table, table tennis, darts, table football, play station) & prayer/meditation room
• Store discounts
• Regular social events and charitable initiatives to give back to our community.

To apply for this position, please visit our website www.globalpayments.com/about-us/careers and apply through the online system. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Software Engineers – Delivery International Team

We are excited to announce additional positions are now available for Software Engineers, with knowledge of SQL and/or C/C++ and/or WEB technologies! New global projects and new contract wins mean new opportunities!

Be part of our Delivery International team, apply today and join our award-winning Fortune 500® company!

The Delivery International team is responsible for successfully implementing projects undertaken by the company, both commercially and internally, with our growing worldwide client base. We undertake projects for new clients and implement them in the cloud (AWS) or at the client premises. Moreover, we handle the implementation of new projects for existing clients, such as upgrades, migration, new development, and support for new features.

Our Software Engineers are involved in most of the product development stages, such as design, development, implementation, and support. In addition, they have the opportunity to:

- Work with external clients to implement and deliver projects

- Travel at client premises in Europe, Middle East, ISEA 

- Undertake payment scheme certifications, onsite or remote installation and user acceptance testing support

- Work with new technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, Git, AWS

- Learn how the Payment Industry works.

Key responsibilities include:

● Code Development, independently or within a team utilising the agile model

● Problem solving and client support

● Project implementation at client premises or on Amazon Cloud (AWS)

● Communicating and enforcing coding standards.

If you have one of the following skills, or a combination of skills, we may have a role to suit you:

● Knowledge of Database Concepts and SQL

● Database Development skills, specifically in Oracle PL/SQL

● C/C++, ANSI C programming skills

● VB.NET, ASP.NET and/or HTML, CSS, JavaScript.

The following skills would be advantageous:

● Knowledge of UNIX/Linux Operating Systems 

● Knowledge of DevOps tools such as Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, etc

● Knowledge of Cloud technology (e.g., AWS). 

Other requirements:

● Educated to degree level (e.g.: BSc, MSc, B Tech) in an IT related subject such as Computer Science or MIS

● Excellent spoken and written English communication skills

● Flexibility to provide support on non-working hours (on-call) during project post-go-live

● Flexibility to travel to client premises and undertake payment scheme certifications, onsite installation and client training, user acceptance testing support, act as floor walker and software expert during client visitations.

TSYS offers structured career development, supported by training that provides the opportunity to learn and develop.

In addition to a competitive salary, you’ll have access to an excellent benefits package, including:

● Private medical insurance for you and your family, non-contributory, in and out patient cover

● A well-established, strong provident fund

● Life insurance (3x base salary)

● 21.5 days’ holiday, plus 14 public / bank holidays

● Flexible working (hybrid model – part from home, part from office)

● Wellbeing initiatives with access to support services

● On-site subsidised canteen & barista

● Modern offices opposite the Mall of Cyprus with gym and showers, games room (pool table, table tennis, darts, table football, play station) & prayer/meditation room

● Store discounts

● Regular social events and charitable initiatives to give back to our community.

To apply for this position, please visit our website www.globalpayments.com/about-us/careers and apply through the online system. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.