IT Disaster Recovery Specialist

The IT Disaster Recovery Specialist is responsible for planning, implementing, testing, and maintaining disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity strategies to ensure minimal disruption in case of system failures or emergencies. This role collaborates closely with IT, cybersecurity, and operations teams to develop robust contingency plans, perform risk assessments, and lead DR simulations. The ideal candidate has deep technical expertise, crisis management skills, and a proactive approach to minimizing operational risks.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement disaster recovery strategies for all critical systems.

• Conduct business impact analyses and risk assessments regularly.

• Coordinate with departments to define recovery objectives and timeframes.

• Maintain and update DR documentation, policies, and procedures.

• Lead regular testing of DR plans to ensure effectiveness and readiness.

• Monitor systems to identify vulnerabilities and recommend improvements.

• Respond to incidents and lead recovery processes during outages or disasters.

• Work with third-party vendors to ensure DR compliance and support.

• Ensure alignment of DR planning with industry standards and regulations.

• Provide training and awareness to staff regarding DR processes.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.

• 4+ years of experience in IT disaster recovery or business continuity planning.

• Strong understanding of infrastructure, network architecture, and cloud systems.

• Familiarity with DR frameworks and tools (e.g., DRaaS, BCP).

• Certifications such as CBCP, CISSP, or ITIL are preferred.

• Excellent problem-solving and project management skills.

• Experience conducting risk assessments and impact analyses.

• Strong documentation and communication abilities.

• Ability to work under pressure and manage emergency situations.

• Knowledge of data backup, restoration, and replication strategies.