Business Continuity Specialist

The Company:A prominent fortune 500 financial services firm with a nationwide network of independent financial advisors. This company offers an extensive selection of investment products and services to individuals, businesses, and institutions, with a strong emphasis on utilizing innovation and technology to cultivate client relationships.As a Business Continuity Specialist, you will play a critical role in developing comprehensive strategies that safeguard critical business operations during disruptions, fostering collaboration across departments, and strengthening organizational readiness.Required Skills:Proven experience in business continuity planning and program developmentStrong stakeholder engagement and communication skillsAbility to conduct business impact analyses and risk assessmentsFamiliarity with cloud platforms, infrastructure, and enterprise systemsKnowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements for business continuityNice to Have Skills:Experience with disaster recovery (DR) planningCertifications such as CBCP, MBCP, PMP, or similarExperience in financial services or technology sectorsProject or program management backgroundAbility to facilitate simulations and testing exercisesPreferred Education and Experience:Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, or a related fieldDemonstrated progression in business continuity roles, with a history of building or maturing programsPrevious exposure to enterprise resilience initiativesOther Requirements:Flexibility for hybrid work arrangements, with potential locations including Fort Mill, San Diego, Austin, or New York CityStrong organizational and project management skillsAbility to work effectively across technical and non-technical teamsEqual Opportunity Employer: