Business Continuity Consultant

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Business Continuity Management (BCM) framework, policies, and procedures
• Conduct Business Impact Analysis (BIA) to identify critical business functions and dependencies
• Perform business continuity and operational resilience risk assessments
• Develop and maintain Business Continuity Plans (BCPs), Crisis Management Plans, and Disaster Recovery coordination procedures
• Facilitate business continuity awareness sessions, workshops, and training programs
• Plan, coordinate, and execute business continuity exercises, tabletop simulations, and disaster recovery tests
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, IT, information security, and third-party vendors
• Monitor compliance with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and ISO 22301
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and documentation for management and audit purposes

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Business Administration, Risk Management, or related field
• 8–10 years of experience in Business Continuity Management, Operational Resilience, or Risk Management
• Strong knowledge of Business Continuity Management lifecycle and best practices
• Hands-on experience conducting Business Impact Analysis (BIA) and Risk Assessments
• Experience developing and maintaining Business Continuity Plans (BCPs)
• Familiarity with Crisis Management and Disaster Recovery concepts
• Strong understanding of ISO 22301 standards
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• ISO 22301 Lead Implementer or Lead Auditor
• Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP)
• Certified Business Continuity Manager (CBCM)
• ISO 31000 Risk Management
• Project Management certification (PMP or PRINCE2)
• Experience in government, financial services, or telecommunications