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Senior Principal Disaster Recovery Specialist - Remote

Magellan Health
United States, United States, United StatesRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 21 Feb 2025
💰 $178,890/yr($105,230/yr$178,890/yr)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced IT Disaster Recovery Lead to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and management of disaster recovery strategies and solutions to ensure the continuity of IT services in the event of a disaster. This role requires a proactive individual with an understanding of IT infrastructure, risk management, and disaster recovery planning. This is a fully remote position.

  • Develop and maintain comprehensive disaster recovery plans and procedures.

  • Conduct risk assessments to identify short comings within IT systems and processes surround the disaster recovery program.

  • Coordinate with IT departments to ensure disaster recovery plans are integrated with existing systems and practices.

  • Lead disaster recovery drills and simulations to test the effectiveness of recovery strategies.

  • Ensure service owners have educated their staff on disaster recovery protocols and procedures.

  • Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers related to disaster recovery.

  • Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in disaster recovery and business continuity.

  • Evaluate and report on the effectiveness of disaster recovery plans and make recommendations for improvements.

Requirements:

  • Looking for 10 years of IT experience, and at least 3 years in disaster recovery or business continuity planning, with experience in IT Disaster Recovery Plans.

  • Critical thinking, demonstrated problem-solving techniques, and strong analytical skills.

  • Strong understanding of risk management, IT infrastructure, and business continuity principles.

  • Excellent communication and coordination skills with multiple internal departments and external vendors.

  • Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and experience in conducting risk assessments, developing mitigation strategies, and training staff on disaster recovery procedures.

This position is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and management of disaster recovery strategies and solutions to ensure the continuity of IT services in the event of a disaster. This role requires a proactive individual with an understanding of IT infrastructure, risk management, and disaster recovery planning.
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive disaster recovery plans and procedures.
  • Conduct risk assessments to identify short comings within IT systems and processes surround the disaster recovery program.
  • Coordinate with IT departments to ensure disaster recovery plans are integrated with existing systems and practices.
  • Lead disaster recovery drills and simulations to test the effectiveness of recovery strategies.
  • Ensure service owners have educated their staff on disaster recovery protocols and procedures.
  • Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers related to disaster recovery.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in disaster recovery and business continuity.
  • Evaluate and report on the effectiveness of disaster recovery plans and make recommendations for improvements.

Other Job Requirements

Responsibilities

10+ years of related experience, including at least 3 years in disaster recovery or business continuity planning, with experience in IT Disaster Recovery Plans.
Critical thinking, demonstrated problem-solving techniques, and strong analytical skills.
Strong understanding of risk management, IT infrastructure, and business continuity principles.
Excellent communication and coordination skills with multiple internal departments and external vendors.
Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and experience in conducting risk assessments, developing mitigation strategies, and training staff on disaster recovery procedures.

General Job Information

Title

Senior Principal Disaster Recovery Specialist - Remote

Grade

30

Work Experience - Required

IT

Work Experience - Preferred

Education - Required

Education - Preferred

Bachelor's - Computer and Information Science

License and Certifications - Required

License and Certifications - Preferred

Salary Range

Salary Minimum:

$105,230

Salary Maximum:

$178,890

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