Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity Specialist

Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, Software Guidance & Assistance, is seeking the following. Apply via Dice today!Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity Specialist for a contract assignment with one of our premier financial services clients in New York, NY. 4-5 days/week in the office is mandatory. Responsibilities:Coordinate and perform assurance activities related to the development, maintenance, and execution of disaster recovery (DR) plans, runbooks, and recovery proceduresCoordinate and participate in DR testing activities including tabletop exercises, technical failover testing, and cyber recovery scenariosCreate reporting for Compliance KRI/KPI tracking to identify issues and proactively remediate risksSupport tracking and remediation of findings from DR tests, audits, risk assessments, regulatory examinations, and compliance requirementsAssist in mapping applications and infrastructure components to business services and recovery prioritiesProvide operational support during DR events and incidents, including execution of recovery procedures and coordination across technical teamsSupport assurance activities related to backup and recovery processes, including data protection, replication, and restoration capabilitiesPartner with infrastructure, application, cybersecurity, and business teams to ensure DR strategies are aligned with operational and regulatory requirementsSupport third-party/vendor resilience assessments and remediation effortsSupport Business Continuity Management (BCM) plans for the U.S. Technology organization Required Skills:5-10 years of experience in disaster recovery, business continuity, IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, or operational resiliency functionsStrong understanding of DR planning, testing, failover/failback procedures, and operational recovery processesExperience supporting DR testing exercises, audits, regulatory reviews, or compliance initiatives within financial services environmentsWorking knowledge of backup/recovery technologies, infrastructure environments, and cloud platforms such as AWS or AzureFamiliarity with DR/BC frameworks and standards including FFIEC, ISO 22301, NIST, and/or COBITStrong communication and coordination skills across technical infrastructure teams, application support teams, cybersecurity teams, and leadership stakeholdersExperience creating reporting, tracking KRIs/KPIs, and managing remediation activitiesAbility to operate effectively during high-pressure incident or recovery scenariosStrong documentation, organizational, and analytical skillsBachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience Preferred Skills:Experience supporting cyber recovery exercises and operational resiliency initiativesExperience supporting BCM programs and continuity planning activitiesExperience with third-party/vendor resilience assessmentsCertifications such as CBCP, DRII, ISO 22301, ITIL Foundation, AWS, or Azure certificationsFinancial services or capital markets industry experienceSGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.