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About the Role:
CrowdStrike’s Information Technology (IT) Department is seeking a talented and experienced IT Disaster Recovery Manager to join our team. This role will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive disaster recovery plans to ensure the resilience of our IT infrastructure and operations in the event of disaster or disruption.
The IT DR Manager will report directly to the Sr. Director, IT Governance and IT Resilience and will help lead the dynamic IT Resilience team consisting of representatives from each IT functional area. This role will also have indirect dotted line reporting responsibilities to the Sr. Director, Business Resilience as the IT lead for enterprise-wide continuity and crisis management activities.
What You’ll Do:
Implement and manage the enterprise-wide DR strategy for IT systems in collaboration with business continuity teams
Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans and technical recovery procedures to minimize the impact of IT disruptions on business operations
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate IT DR considerations into incident response plans
Design and implement robust backup and recovery solutions for critical data, systems, and applications
Lead and coordinate disaster recovery exercises, tests, and simulations to validate the effectiveness of recovery plans and procedures
Establish and enforce backup and recovery standards to ensure data integrity and availability in the event of a disaster
Manage the IT assets system of record, ensuring accurate documentation of all IT assets and their criticality tiering
Establish and maintain relationships with external vendors, service providers, and partners to support disaster recovery efforts
Provide training and awareness programs to educate IT staff on disaster recovery best practices and procedures
Monitor and report on the status of disaster recovery activities, including recovery time objectives (RTOs) and recovery point objectives (RPOs), to senior management
Respond promptly to disaster events, coordinate recovery efforts, and communicate with stakeholders to ensure timely resolution and minimal business disruption
What You'll Need:
Bachelor’s degree in a technical field plus 8-11 years of direct experience in information technology disaster recovery
Program management experience
Technical understanding of technology recovery and knowledge of Cloud solutions
The individual who fills this role must be able to organize and prioritize technology investments for resilience and redundancy while also aligning IT DR capabilities with business requirements
Certification and training in ITIL and IT Service Continuity Management (ITSCM)
Certification in in one or more business continuity, risk, or resilience disciplines (e.g., CBCP, MBCI, BCCE, CISSP)
Proven ability to work independently with efficiency, flexibility, and speed
Excellent problem solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills with the ability to communicate concepts to technical as well as non-technical audiences
Effective written and oral communication skills, including experience developing and delivering briefings to top management
Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and project management skills
Ability to work nights and weekends during crisis events
Bonus Points:
Experience with supporting crisis management events (public or private sector)
Familiarity with the Homeland Security Exercise Evaluation Program (HSEEP)
Technology sector experience, particularly Cloud native
Experience with data analytics tools (e.g., Tableau) and Business Continuity software
Knowledge and experience of ISO27001 certification maintenance and/or implementation, and application of or detailed knowledge of ISO22301
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Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:
Remote-first culture
Market leader in compensation and equity awards
Competitive vacation and flexible working arrangements
Comprehensive and inclusive health benefits
Physical and mental wellness programs
Paid parental leave, including adoption
A variety of professional development and mentorship opportunities
Offices with stocked kitchens when you need to fuel innovation and collaboration
CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. Our approach to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is rooted in listening, learning and collective action. By embracing the diversity of our people, we achieve our best work and fuel innovation - generating the best possible outcomes for our customers and the communities they serve.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you need assistance accessing or reviewing the information on this website or need help submitting an application for employment or requesting an accommodation, please contact us at recruiting@crowdstrike.com for further assistance.
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CrowdStrike, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary range for this position in the U.S. is $115,000 - $185,000 per year + variable/incentive compensation + equity + benefits. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location.
Expected Close Date of Job Posting is:11-23-2024
