It Service Continuity Management

We currently have 20 week (with possible extension) contract opportunity for a IT Service Continuity Management can be 100% remote
Experience:

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in IT Service Continuity Management, Business Continuity, or related fields.
• Proven track record of leading ITSCM initiatives, developing continuity plans, and implementing resilience measures within complex IT environments.
• Experience with risk assessment methodologies, business impact analysis, and developing recovery strategies for IT services and business processes.
• Hands-on experience with continuity planning tools, disaster recovery solutions, and IT infrastructure resilience technologies.
• Previous experience working in regulated industries (e.g., finance, healthcare) with knowledge of compliance requirements related to ITSCM (e.g., ISO 22301, NIST SP 800-34).

Technical Skills:

• In-depth understanding of IT infrastructure components, including servers, networks, storage systems, and cloud technologies.
• Proficiency in ITSM frameworks and practices, such as ITIL, COBIT, or ISO/IEC 20000.
• Familiarity with backup and recovery solutions, data replication techniques, and high availability architectures.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and best practices, particularly as they relate to ITSCM and protecting against cyber threats.

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or equivalent work experience
• Relevant certifications in IT Service Management (ITSM) and IT Continuity Management, such as:
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
  • ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) certifications, particularly ITIL Service Continuity Management
  • Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP)
  • Certified Disaster Recovery Planner (CDRP)

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to identify and mitigate risks.
• Leadership qualities, including the ability to influence and inspire others, drive consensus, and lead initiatives from conception to implementation.
• Adaptability and resilience, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and navigate through uncertainty and ambiguity.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with IT governance frameworks (e.g., COBIT) and regulatory compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
• Project management certifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) or experience managing ITSCM projects.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies and trends in IT resilience and Continuity Management.

This is a remote position.