Sr. Business Continuity Manager

at Early Warning Services in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

At Early Warning, we've powered and protected the U.S. financial system for over thirty years with cutting-edge solutions like Zelle, Paze, and so much more. As a trusted name in payments, we partner with thousands of institutions to increase access to financial services and protect transactions for hundreds of millions of consumers and small businesses.

Positions located in Scottsdale, San Francisco, Chicago, or New York follow a hybrid work model to allow for a more collaborative working environment.

Candidates responding to this posting must independently possess the eligibility to work in the United States, for any employer, at the date of hire. This position is ineligible for employment Visa sponsorship.

Overall Purpose

This position will be responsible for providing hands-on subject matter expertise in support of the Business Continuity program. Reporting to the Director of Business Continuity, this is a highly visible position that will collaborate with staff at all levels of the organization in order to implement a sound, proactive and comprehensive Business Continuity program that will enable Early Warning to plan for and respond to a business interruption event.In addition, the position will assist leading strategic planning of the BCM program. This may include coordination with senior leaders and executive stakeholders both inside and outside the organization.

The responsibilities of this position includes but is not limited to leading the execution of the Business Continuity Lifecycle which provides a framework for a common enterprise approach for the governance, development, execution and sustainability of the BCM Program. This role includes but is not limited to being tactical in conducting organizational research; performing and evaluating business impact analyses and risk assessments; developing program policies, plans and procedures; coordinating testing and exercise activities; and providing training and awareness communications.

Essential Functions
Coordinate senior level projects and activities that may include but is not limited to Crisis Management, Disaster Recovery, vendor relationships, etc.
Coordinate and monitor all project management activities to execute all phases of the full Business Continuity program lifecycle
Develop policies, procedures, templates, standards and documentation in support of the deployment, management and sustainability of the program
Monitors and reports on the execution of the vision and direction for business continuity lifecycle planning, including the business impact analysis, risk assessment, recovery planning and recovery testing, education and awareness. Ensures the maintenance of a continuous improvement methodology and updated response and recovery plans.
Create and communicate program requirements and processes, and provide consulting/advisory support to help the business meet expectations
Perform regular reviews and updates to all program materials in order to ensure that the quality and accuracy of all program documentation is maintained
Research and incorporate both industry and corporate best practices into the Business Continuity program methodology as appropriate
Perform continuous monitoring of program activities in order to identify areas of opportunity for improvement, cost reduction and enhanced operational efficiency
Maintain accurate and complete program performance metrics and develop management reports as necessary
Prepare and deliver program results to support the business units in prioritization and management of the program life cycle phases
Providing leadership to and serve in a rotating capacity for other BC team members
Track, monitor, report and respond as required to internal and external audits
Support the company's commitment to protect the integrity and confidentiality of systems and data.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 10 years' experience in Business Continuity Management
Experience and leading audit and regulatory requirements programs successfully
Experience and leading 3rd party validation programs successfully
Initiated, developed, and managed high profile and senior level projects and programs successfully
Advanced experience in developing and leading Crisis Management program and teams,
Ability to create and develop new programs from initiation stage
Has successfully managed and coordinated complex situations, crisis events, and incidents
Disciplined program, project and time management skills with the proven ability to work in a cross functional, matrixed and diverse workforce environment
A self-starter, highly motivated individual with the ability to work independently or in a collaborative team... For full info follow application link.

Early Warning is an equal opportunity employer that takes affirmative action to employ, and advance in employment, qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and covered veterans.