Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Manager (Interim)
Support strategic Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery initiatives within the insurance industry in this high-impact, hybrid role based in Toronto. Oversee BC/DR planning, compliance, and testing, with exposure to global teams and leadership. Ideal for experienced professionals with security and stakeholder expertise.
What is in it for you:
• Salaried: $50–59 per hour (hybrid), or $40–49 per hour if remote.
• Incorporated Business Rate: $60–70 per hour (hybrid), or $48–58 per hour if remote.
• 6-month contract with the potential for permanent employment.
• Full-time position: 37.50 hours per week.
• Weekday schedule from 9 am to 5 pm.
• Remote or hybrid work model (in-office Tuesday to Thursday).
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and professional environment.
• Join a passionate and inclusive team of professionals.
Responsibilities:
• Ensure BC/DR plans meet internal standards and external regulatory requirements.
• Regularly update plans to address evolving risks and changes in the business landscape.
• Implement global BC/DR processes across the organization.
• Manage and review third-party exit strategies and SOC 2 reports.
• Host and lead meetings with business and technology stakeholders.
• Identify interdependencies and gaps in plans, prioritizing remediation.
• Facilitate simulations and exercises; report outcomes to senior leadership.
• Collaborate with leaders to assess staffing or technical resource gaps.
• Align DR strategies with operational and compliance frameworks.
What you will need to succeed:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 4+ years of experience in Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery.
• Security background with understanding of disaster recovery principles.
• Proven stakeholder management experience.
• Strong communication skills across all levels of leadership.
• Familiarity with financial institutions and regulatory environments (nice to have).
• 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.
Why Recruit Action?
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