Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Specialist -Saudi National- Riyadh, KSA

Role Overview

Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Specialist with DeepSource Technologies in Riyadh, KSA. This role is available for Saudi nationals.

Company Overview

DeepSource is a leading recruitment firm specializing in connecting top-tier talent with world-class organizations in the technology sector. The firm partners with companies driving innovation and progress to build resilient, forward-thinking teams.

Role Purpose

Spearhead comprehensive risk assessments, formulate and execute disaster recovery strategies, and safeguard the continuity of essential business operations within a global technology leader.

Key Responsibilities

Risk Assessment & Analysis

• Conduct thorough risk assessments to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities impacting various business functions.
• Analyze and establish recovery time objectives (RTOs) and recovery point objectives (RPOs) for pivotal business processes.
• Critically evaluate existing DR plans to spot inefficiencies and gaps, recommending substantive improvements.

Planning & Strategy

• Craft and implement exhaustive DR plans that align with best practices in the industry and specific organizational requisites.
• Guide the selection and implementation of DR solutions, encompassing backup technologies, data centers, and procedural recoveries.

Execution & Testing

• Initiate recovery teams, delineate roles and responsibilities, and spearhead regular preparatory exercises.
• Direct the testing and validation of DR schemes, ensuring their efficacy and rectifying any deficiencies.

Technical Support

• Offer technical advice and support to internal teams concerning DR-related issues.

Qualifications & Experience

• Demonstrated success in developing and enforcing DR plans within complex entities.
• In-depth knowledge of DR technologies, tools, and methodologies, with a special focus on cloud-based solutions.
• Familiarity with DR best practices, industry standards (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001), and regulatory frameworks.
• A solid grasp of risk management methodologies and threat analysis techniques.

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Effective communication and team collaboration skills.

Additional Information

• Preferred credentials include Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or similar certifications.