Business Continuity Consultant

KPG99 INC; Florida; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm is seeking a mid-senior level professional in Miramar, FL for contract work focused on Business Continuity Planning and Disaster Recovery. The role includes developing comprehensive plans, conducting risk assessments, and leading training initiatives. Candidates should have strong communication skills and a collaborative approach. This position is hybrid with four days on-site each week and offers a contract duration of 3–6 months with potential for conversion to hire.

Qualifications

• Proficient in business continuity principles.
• Knowledge of disaster recovery frameworks.
• Ability to perform BIA, risk assessments, and gap analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Business Continuity Plans.
• Conduct Business Impact Analysis and risk assessments.
• Deliver training sessions on BCM best practices.

Skills

Business Continuity Planning (BCP)

Disaster Recovery (DR)

Risk Assessment

Gap Analysis

Strong communication skills

Job description

Location: Miramar, FL (Hybrid – 4 days on-site per week)

Duration: 3–6 months, with potential for contract-to-hire

Relocation: Relocation is okay

Responsibilities

Core BCM Functions

• Develop, maintain, and enhance Business Continuity Plans (BCP).
• Apply knowledge of Disaster Recovery (DR) strategies to ensure operational resilience.
• Conduct and contribute to Business Impact Analysis (BIA).
• Perform Risk Assessments and Gap Analysis to identify vulnerabilities and recommend improvements.
• Define and validate RTO and RPO objectives for critical systems and processes.

Project & Process Execution

• Lead or participate in tabletop exercises and simulation drills.
• Draft, update, and maintain BCM policies, procedures, and related documentation.
• Support internal and external audits, as well as compliance activities related to continuity and resilience.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to embed continuity planning into business processes.
• Deliver training sessions and awareness programs to promote BCM best practices.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders through clear written reports and presentations.

Qualifications & Skills

Required:

• Proficiency in Business Continuity Planning (BCP) principles and practices.
• Understanding of Disaster Recovery frameworks and strategies.
• Knowledge of BIA, Risk Assessment, Gap Analysis, RTO, and RPO concepts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting.

Job details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Information Technology
• Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

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