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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Disaster Recovery Manager to lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of disaster recovery and business continuity plans for our organization. The Disaster Recovery Manager plays a critical role in ensuring that our business operations can continue or quickly resume in the event of a disaster, whether natural or man-made. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and the ability to coordinate across multiple departments and stakeholders. The Disaster Recovery Manager will assess risks, identify critical business functions, and develop strategies to minimize downtime and data loss. Responsibilities include conducting risk assessments, developing recovery strategies, testing disaster recovery plans, and training staff on emergency procedures. The ideal candidate will have experience in IT infrastructure, risk management, and crisis response, as well as excellent communication and organizational skills. The Disaster Recovery Manager will also be responsible for staying up-to-date with industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and emerging threats. This position requires the ability to work under pressure, make quick decisions, and lead teams during high-stress situations. The Disaster Recovery Manager will collaborate with IT, security, facilities, and executive leadership to ensure comprehensive preparedness and effective response to any disruptive event. If you are passionate about safeguarding business operations and have a strong background in disaster recovery, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
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- Conduct regular risk assessments and business impact analyses
- Coordinate and lead disaster recovery testing and drills
- Train staff on disaster recovery procedures and protocols
- Collaborate with IT, security, and facilities teams
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards
- Monitor emerging threats and update plans accordingly
- Manage disaster response during actual incidents
- Document recovery processes and maintain accurate records
- Report to executive leadership on preparedness and recovery status
Requirements
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- Proven experience in disaster recovery or business continuity management
- Strong understanding of IT infrastructure and data backup systems
- Excellent leadership and project management skills
- Ability to work under pressure and make quick decisions
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO, NIST, HIPAA)
- Experience conducting risk assessments and business impact analyses
- Certification in disaster recovery or business continuity (e.g., CBCP, DRII) preferred
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Describe your experience developing disaster recovery plans.
- How do you conduct a business impact analysis?
- What steps do you take to ensure compliance with industry regulations?
- Can you provide an example of managing a real disaster recovery event?
- How do you keep disaster recovery plans up-to-date?
- What tools or software have you used for disaster recovery planning?
- How do you train staff on emergency procedures?
- Describe your approach to risk assessment.
- How do you collaborate with other departments during a crisis?
- What certifications do you hold related to disaster recovery?
