Business Continuity Manager
Advertiser's text: JOB SUMMARY: Our client is seeking an experienced individual to coordinate the development and execution of firm-wide Business Continuity initiatives. Candidates will possess significant experience with Business Continuity programs for mid-to-large scale organizations and have previous experience in developing all business continuity planning processes and requirements, manage multiple projects in the areas of contingency management, crisis management and business continuity, utilize well-rounded Business Operations knowledge, and provide assistance in developing and maintaining the direction and integrity of business continuity plans. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Plans, coordinates and maintains the business continuity program. This includes development of overall methodology and recovery group structure. 2. Works with business unit recovery teams to insure that plans incorporate all elements required for successful execution during a business interruption. On an ongoing basis works with recovery teams to review, revise and implement changes needed to keep the plans current. 3. Plays a critical role in responding to a business interruption and will lead the recovery effort. 4. Chairs Business Continuity Steering Committee. Provides regular updates to the group on the status of the overall program and utilizes the committee to review and implement modifications to the program. 5. Plans, schedules and coordinates exercises to test alternate site recovery, command center operations, crisis 6. Responsible for developing and overseeing the implementation of firm-wide Business Impact Analysis processes, including scope and objective of recovery strategies on a business unit by business unit basis. 7. Initiates and manages updates to planning documentation, maintains appropriate tracking mechanisms. Documents and addresses deficiencies as noted by recovery teams or Internal Audit. 8. Works closely with IT department to ensure technical alignment of Business Continuity plans. 9. Trains associates in crisis management and restoration of operations. Works closely with Facilities team to support evacuation planning and life safety education. QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED: 1. Bachelors degree in related area required. Minimum of three years prior experience working with Business Continuity Plans required. Certified Business Continuity Planner (CBCP) preferred. 2. Minimum of two years prior experience in the financial services industry, as well as, five plus years of project management and/or business consulting. 3. Ability to innovate and execute projects independently. 4. Strong teamwork and team building skills. Proven track record of developing solid working relationships with associates in all levels of the organization. 5. Excellent organizational and follow-up skills. Use of a software based BCP tool is a plus. 6. Excellent oral and written communications skills. To apply, please visit www.bcmanagement.com and apply to job order #1930. Please send your updated resume and a biography highlighting your experience as it pertains to the job description to Zoey Dillman at zdillman@bcmanagement.com.
•Date: 7th August 2008 •Region:US |
