Business Continuity Director

Confidential Government; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled leader to spearhead the Business Continuity Management System (BCMS). This pivotal role involves ensuring operational resilience and regulatory compliance while driving a culture of continuity across the organization. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in business continuity and disaster recovery, along with a strong grasp of international standards such as ISO 22301. You will collaborate with key stakeholders, manage risk assessments, and lead initiatives that enhance the organization's preparedness and response capabilities. Join a forward-thinking team committed to excellence in governance and operational resilience.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery.
• Proven leadership in implementing BCM lifecycles and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the Business Continuity Program.
• Conduct risk assessments and oversee Disaster Recovery activities.

Skills

Business Continuity Management

Risk Assessment

Crisis Management

Governance

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Bachelor's degree in Business Continuity

Bachelor's degree in Risk Management

Tools

ISO 22301

ITIL V4

Automation Tools

Job description

Job Purpose:

Lead the development, implementation, and governance of the Business Continuity Management System (BCMS), ensuring operational resilience, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership:
• Oversee the full implementation of the Business Continuity Program, aligning with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and communicate risk appetite frameworks to support strategic decisions.
• Act as Secretary for the Risk & Business Continuity Committee, ensuring effective governance and reporting to the Board of Directors.
• BCMS Implementation & Lifecycle Management:
• Design, establish, and maintain the BCMS lifecycle, including Policy, Framework, Business Impact Analysis (BIA), Crisis Management Plan (CMP), and Business Continuity Plans (BCP).
• Ensure continuous alignment with national and international standards such as ISO 22301.
• Implement automated Business Continuity solutions to enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Risk Assessment & Disaster Recovery (DR):
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments across critical departments, ensuring continuity measures meet Recovery Time Objectives (RTO) and Recovery Point Objectives (RPO).
• Oversee and govern Disaster Recovery (DR) activities, ensuring readiness through regular live tests and scenario exercises.
• Address internal/external audit findings and ensure timely resolution of BCM-related observations.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
• Collaborate with government stakeholders and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with national frameworks and guidelines.
• Lead awareness and training programs to foster a strong business continuity culture across the organization.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Education:
• Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Business Continuity, Risk Management, or related field.
• Certifications:
• ISO 22301:2019 Certified
• CBCI Certification
• Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity Planning Certification
• ITIL V4 (Preferred)
• IMD Certification in Leading Digital Execution Program (Preferred)
• Experience:
• 8+ years of progressive experience in Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery within financial, governmental, or critical infrastructure sectors.
• Proven leadership in implementing and managing full BCM lifecycles, including policy creation, risk assessments, BIA, and DR testing.
• Experience in governance, committee management, and stakeholder engagement at an executive level.

Key Skills:

• Strong knowledge of international BCM standards (e.g., ISO 22301) and national regulations (e.g., SAMA frameworks).
• Excellent risk assessment, crisis management, and operational resilience planning capabilities.
• Effective leadership, communication, and presentation skills for executive-level reporting.
• Ability to drive BCM culture transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience with automation projects and integrating BCM into IT systems is a plus.

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