About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Business Continuity professional to design, implement, and manage end-to-end Business Continuity Planning (BCP) frameworks for a high-profile organisation.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a mid-level resilience specialist with an active NV1 clearance to take ownership of continuity, disaster recovery, and crisis management initiatives across a complex operating environment.
Candidates must hold a current NV1 clearance and be available to start immediately, with flexibility to be based in Melbourne, Canberra, Sydney, or Brisbane.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and manage end-to-end BCP frameworks aligned with organisational, regulatory, and industry standards
Conduct Business Impact Analyses (BIA) and Risk Assessments across critical business processes to identify vulnerabilities and prioritise mitigation strategies
Design and maintain disaster recovery plans, including emergency response procedures, crisis management strategies, and recovery time objectives (RTO)
Collaborate with stakeholders across departments to align continuity plans with organisational goals and operational needs
Define recovery strategies for IT systems, infrastructure, supply chains, human resources, and data management during disruptive events
Organise and lead testing exercises, including tabletop drills, simulations, and end-to-end BCP validations
Deliver training programs and job-specific emergency role guidance to employees and leadership teams
Monitor changes to business operations, risks, and regulations, proactively updating continuity plans




Maintain documentation of business continuity policies, compliance records, and audit-ready frameworks
Support communication plans, including escalation procedures, stakeholder contact lists, and crisis communication templates
Implement best practices for physical asset protection, vendor management, and operational resilience
About You
5+ years' experience in Business Continuity Planning, Disaster Recovery, Crisis Management, or a similar resilience-focused role
Proven expertise in Business Impact Analysis and Risk Assessment methodologies
Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards (ISO *****, NFPA ****, NIST framework)
Solid understanding of IT disaster recovery principles, system dependencies, and data restoration strategies
Demonstrated ability to design, execute, and evaluate emergency response exercises and simulations
Familiarity with BC/emergency management tools (risk simulation software, incident tracking systems)
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills across technology, business, and operations stakeholders
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills with robust attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting plans, recommendations, and training
Certifications (preferred, not essential)
Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP)
ISO ***** Lead Implementer
Disaster Recovery Certified Specialist (DRCS)
Clearance
Applicants must currently hold a valid NV1 security clearance. Candidates without an active clearance will not be considered.
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📌 Business Continuity Specialist (Sydney)
🏢 Launch Recruitment
📍 Sydney