Disaster Recovery Consultant (Execution & Improvement)

Disaster Recovery Consultant (Execution & Improvement) at Horizontal Talent Disaster Recovery Consultant (Execution & Improvement) at Horizontal Talent in New York, New York Posted in about 23 hours ago.

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Disaster Recovery Consultant to enhance organizational capabilities in disaster recovery planning and execution. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively across technology and business teams to drive improvements in recovery readiness. Responsibilities Collaborate with technology, infrastructure, and application teams to review and enhance disaster recovery plans. Validate recovery strategies, including recovery time objectives and recovery point objectives. Identify gaps in recovery readiness and propose actionable improvements. Support the design and execution of disaster recovery testing, including simulations and failover exercises. Assess the effectiveness of recovery procedures and recommend practical enhancements. Ensure disaster recovery plans align with critical business services and operational priorities. Synthesize findings into clear recommendations and track progress on remediation efforts. Skills 9-10+ years of experience in disaster recovery, IT resilience, or technology risk. Hands-on experience in developing and validating disaster recovery plans. Strong understanding of recovery concepts and the ability to work effectively with technical teams. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong written and verbal communication abilities. Preferred Skills Experience in financial services or regulated industries. Familiarity with cyber recovery and ransomware scenarios. Knowledge of relevant frameworks such as NIST, FFIEC, and

ISO 22301.

Ability to translate technical recovery concepts into business impact. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and contribute to our mission. By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.