Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery SME

Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery SME

Fort Lauderdale, FL Hybrid 3 days a week.

12+ Months

Web Cam Interview

$75/Hr on W2 or 1099

senior (10+ years) Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery specialist with extensive experience Conducting risk assessments to identify potential threats to the organization's operations around BC and DR.

1How many years working with: Business Continuity

2. How many years working with: Disaster Recovery

Job Description:

Develop, implement, and maintain the organization's BCP/DR program

• Conduct risk assessments to identify potential threats to the organization's operations

• Create and maintain Business Impact Analyses (BIAs) for all critical business functions

• Apply BIA data to develop and maintain BCP/DR plans for all critical business functions

• Ensure that the BCP/DR plans are properly rated and include all required sections

• Design, coordinate, and execute test exercises for critical business processes

• Test BCP/DR plans regularly to ensure they are effective

• Train employees on BCP/DR procedures and practices of technology risk disaster recovery planning

• Develop and maintain policies, standards, and procedures that are aligned with best practices

• Implement technical solutions to support the BCP/DR program

• Manage the organization's response to disasters and emergencies

• Lead crisis management teams during significant business disruptions

• Work with vendors and partners to ensure their BCP/DR plans are aligned with the organization's plans

• Oversee the budget for business continuity and ensure resource availability

• Collaborate with IT staff to develop and implement best practices to protect and restore data and systems

• Partner with infrastructure and application areas to develop and maintain recovery procedures for critical apps

• Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, to discuss and document technical information

• Contribute to process improvement initiatives

• Stay up-to-date on the latest BCP/DR trends and best practices