Business Continuity Consultant

We are seeking an experienced Business Continuity Consultant with over 7 years of expertise in designing, implementing, and managing business continuity (BC) and disaster recovery (DR) programs. The ideal candidate will work closely with organizations to ensure the resilience of critical operations and compliance with industry standards.

Requirements

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive Business Continuity (BC) and Disaster Recovery (DR) plans
• Conduct Business Impact Analyses (BIA) to identify critical functions, dependencies, and recovery time objectives (RTO)
• Design risk mitigation strategies to minimize disruption and ensure rapid recovery in the event of an incident
• Facilitate and lead regular BC and DR testing exercises, including scenario-based simulations and tabletop exercises
• Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate BC practices into overall business strategies
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards and frameworks such as ISO 22301, NIST, and ITIL
• Provide training and awareness programs to employees on BC and DR processes
• Monitor, assess, and report on the effectiveness of BC programs, recommending improvements as necessary
• Stay updated on emerging threats, trends, and technologies in business continuity and resilience
• Ability to develop and draft business continuity policies, procedures, frameworks, and methodologies
• Prepare detailed reports for senior management, outlining findings, risks, and recommendations
• Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with various Business continuity standards
  
  

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Information Technology, Risk Management, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in business continuity, disaster recovery, or a related field, with at least 3 years in a consulting capacity
• Strong understanding of BC and DR standards, methodologies, and best practices
• Experience conducting BIAs, risk assessments, and continuity planning
• Relevant certifications such as CBCP, MBCI, or ISO 22301 Lead Implementer/Auditor are highly preferred
• Proficiency in BC and DR software tools and technologies
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
  
  

• Experience working with government agencies or large enterprises
• Knowledge of cloud-based disaster recovery solutions
• Familiarity with cybersecurity and IT resilience in BC planning
• Expertise in crisis management and emergency response coordination
  
  
  

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and certification
• A collaborative and innovative work environment