Job Description

About the Role

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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.

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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 workplace.

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Candidates must hold a current NV1 clearance and be available to start immediately, with flexibility to be based in Melbourne, Canberra, Sydney, or Brisbane.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Develop, implement, and manage end-to-end BCP frameworks aligned with organisational, regulatory, and industry standards
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- Conduct Business Impact Analyses (BIA) and Risk Assessments across critical business processes to identify vulnerabilities and prioritise mitigation strategies
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- Design and maintain disaster recovery plans, including emergency response procedures, crisis management strategies, and recovery time objectives (RTO)
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- Collaborate with stakeholders across departments to align continuity plans with organisational goals and operational needs
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- Define recovery strategies for IT systems, infrastructure, supply chains, human resources, and data management during disruptive events
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- Organise and lead testing exercises, including tabletop drills, simulations, and end-to-end BCP validations
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- Deliver training programs and job-specific emergency role guidance to employees and leadership teams
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- Monitor changes to business operations, risks, and regulations, proactively updating continuity plans
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- Maintain documentation of business continuity policies, compliance records, and audit-ready frameworks
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- Support communication plans, including escalation procedures, stakeholder contact lists, and crisis communication templates
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- Implement best practices for physical asset protection, vendor management, and operational resilience
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About You

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- 5+ years' experience in Business Continuity Planning, Disaster Recovery, Crisis Management, or a similar resilience-focused role
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- Proven expertise in Business Impact Analysis and Risk Assessment methodologies
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- Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards (ISO 22301, NFPA 1600, NIST framework)
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- Solid understanding of IT disaster recovery principles, system dependencies, and data restoration strategies
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- Demonstrated ability to design, execute, and evaluate emergency response exercises and simulations
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- Familiarity with BC/emergency management tools (risk simulation software, incident tracking systems)
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- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills across technology, business, and operations stakeholders
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- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills with strong attention to detail
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- Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting plans, recommendations, and training
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Certifications (preferred, not essential)

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- Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP)
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- ISO 22301 Lead Implementer
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- Disaster Recovery Certified Specialist (DRCS)
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Clearance

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Applicants must currently hold a valid NV1 security clearance. Candidates without an active clearance will not be considered.

📌 Business Continuity Specialist (New South Wales)
🏢 Launch Recruitment
📍 New South Wales