Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BCDR) Specialists

About the Role

As a BCDR Specialist at Y&D, you will play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining our business continuity and disaster recovery strategies. You will be responsible for ensuring that our organization can effectively respond to and recover from unexpected disruptions, allowing us to continue serving our customers seamlessly. This role requires a strategic thinker who can assess risks, implement proactive measures, and lead recovery efforts when necessary.

Responsibilities

• BCDR Strategy Development: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create and update comprehensive business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
• Risk Assessment: Identify potential risks to our operations and develop strategies to mitigate these risks.
• Plan Testing: Regularly test and refine BCDR plans to ensure they are up-to-date and effective.
• Incident Response: Lead and coordinate responses to emergencies, including communication plans and resource allocation.
• Training and Awareness: Educate employees and stakeholders on BCDR procedures and best practices.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate documentation of BCDR plans, procedures, and incident reports.
• Vendor Management: Oversee relationships with external vendors and service providers related to BCDR solutions.
• Compliance: Ensure that BCDR plans align with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Information Technology, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP) or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification is a plus.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing BCDR strategies, ideally in [your industry].
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on documentation and compliance.
• Ability to work well under pressure and in fast-paced environments.
• Proficiency in BCDR software and tools
• Knowledge of industry regulations and best practices.