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Director of Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery

Phaxis
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 4/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/2/2025

Position Overview :

This leadership role is responsible for overseeing the organization's preparedness and resilience efforts, ensuring continuity during disruptions. The position involves crafting strategies, developing procedures, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing a dedicated team focused on operational readiness. The successful candidate will combine expertise in continuity planning with exceptional leadership and communication abilities.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Partner with executive leadership to shape and refine business continuity and disaster recovery (BC / DR) strategies.
  • Define program goals, metrics, and success indicators to measure organizational readiness.
  • Guide and support a team of professionals responsible for continuity planning and disaster response.
  • Evaluate organizational vulnerabilities and create risk mitigation strategies.
  • Update and enforce policies and protocols to align with regulatory expectations.
  • Establish strong working relationships with internal departments and external stakeholders.
  • Stay informed of industry advancements and incorporate innovative practices.
  • Lead efforts to :

Conduct impact analyses to prioritize critical operations.

  • Develop detailed contingency plans for key business functions.
  • Plan, execute, and document testing of continuity and pandemic plans.
  • Train employees on preparedness protocols.
  • Act as the primary leader during business disruptions, coordinating responses and recovery efforts.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and internal policies.
  • Additional Responsibilities :

  • Handle special projects and tasks as directed by management.
  • Provide guidance, coaching, and training to staff members to foster growth and efficiency.
  • Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as technology, business, or related disciplines;advanced degrees preferred.
  • Over 8 years of experience, including leadership roles in continuity planning, technology, or related areas, ideally within financial services.
  • Strong knowledge of continuity principles and applicable regulatory guidelines.
  • Familiarity with IT systems supporting operational recovery.
  • Proven ability to engage with executive leadership and communicate complex strategies effectively.
  • Analytical mindset with a focus on strategic solutions.
  • Professional certification (e.G., CBCP, MBCP) is required.
  • Salary : $125,000 - $146,000

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