Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery Consultant

Nexus Systems Group Inc.; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in Mississauga is seeking a Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Coordinator. This role involves overseeing BC/DR planning, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and managing third-party exit strategies. The ideal candidate has over 4 years of experience in BC/DR, strong communication skills, and a background in security principles. This opportunity entails a hybrid work environment and potential for full-time conversion.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery.
• Strong communication skills across all levels of leadership.
• Security background with understanding of DR principles.

Responsibilities

• Ensure BC/DR plans comply with internal standards and external regulations.
• Regularly review and update plans to reflect business and risk changes.
• Implement global BC/DR processes across the organization.

Skills

Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery experience

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder management

Understanding of DR principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Location

Location: Toronto (Hybrid: Onsite Tue–Thu)

Contract Details

Contract Duration: 6 months from start date

Start Date: ASAP

Extension/Conversion: Possible extension; potential for full-time conversion

Work Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (37.5 hrs/week)

Flexibility: May require earlier login to coordinate with global teams

Compensation:

Reason for Hire: Increased workload

Business Group

Continuity/Disaster Recovery (BC/DR) – Supporting technology team in planning, testing, and ensuring compliance with global BC/DR processes.

Role Overview

This role will coordinate and oversee Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BC/DR) planning and testing. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with regulatory standards, update plans to reflect evolving risks, and manage third-party exit and transition strategies. The position temporarily covers responsibilities for a Director currently on short-term disability.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure BC/DR plans comply with internal standards and external regulations
• Regularly review and update plans to reflect business and risk changes
• Implement global BC/DR processes across the organization
• Manage third-party exit/transition plans and review SOC 2 reports
• Conduct stakeholder meetings to identify dependencies and gaps
• Facilitate simulations and document strategies
• Align DR strategies with operational and compliance standards

Daily Activities

• Host and lead meetings with business and technology stakeholders
• Collaborate with leadership to identify and address staffing or technical gaps
• Document requirements, analyze risks, and prioritize tasks
• Conduct simulations and share findings with leadership
• Ensure DR plans are aligned with third-party and internal standards

Candidate Requirements – Must Have

• 4+ years of experience in Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery
• Strong communication skills across all levels of leadership
• Security background with understanding of DR principles
• Proven stakeholder management experience

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Familiarity with financial institutions and regulatory environments

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Self-starter who can work independently with minimal supervision
• Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with senior leadership
• Curious, collaborative, and proactive in problem-solving
• Able to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing needs
• Positive attitude and strong team player

Interview Process

1 Round of interviews