[Hiring] Senior Disaster Recovery Administrator @Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Role Description

Develops the arrangements and procedures to ensure the organization can respond to a disaster organization independently. Coordinates the design, development maintenance and testing of the disaster recovery plans. Functions as lead on projects. Coaches development of staff.

(Note: This role is available for remote employment from most US locations)

Key Responsibilities

• Establishes disaster recovery testing methodologies.
• Works with vendors of disaster recovery services and facilities.
• Performs risk analysis to determine points of vulnerability and recommends avoidance strategies.
• Conducts business impact analysis.
• Coordinates emergency response procedures.
• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• 5 years of disaster recovery experience.
• Administration experience with Fusion RM (Risk Management) - Preferred.

Technical Capabilities

• Business Impact Analysis (Advanced): The identification of critical business processes and the potential damage or loss that may be caused to the organization resulting from a disruption to those processes, or perhaps from a proposed change.
• Disaster Recovery Planning (Intermediate): Knowledge of how to prepare a disaster recovery plan or a business continuity plan. Addresses how the organization is to deal with potential disasters. Knows what precautions must be taken so that the effects of a disaster are minimized and can maintain or quickly resume mission-critical functions. Can conduct the analysis of business processes and continuity needs as well as significantly focusing on disaster prevention.
• Disaster Recovery Risk Analysis (Intermediate): The assessment, identification, planning and control of systems, procedures and practices that can adversely impact the business. Outputs of the analysis process include prevention, contingency planning and preparation of alternatives.
• Disaster Recovery Auditing (Advanced): Conducting an independent review and examination of records and activities in order to test the adequacy and effectiveness of procedures, policies, standards, rules, capabilities and other aspects to ensure compliance with established policy and operational procedures, and to recommend any necessary changes.
• Disaster Recovery Testing (Advanced): Coordinate and conduct testing to evaluate Plan effectiveness and disaster recovery readiness.
• Disaster Recovery Standards and Procedures (Advanced): The knowledge, adherence and updating of standards and procedures associated with a particular area of focus.

Core Accountabilities

• Organizational Impact: Independently delivers on objectives with understanding of how they impact the results of own area/team and other related teams.
• Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Utilizes multiple sources of data to analyze and resolve complex problems; may take a new perspective on existing solution.
• Breadth of Knowledge: Has advanced knowledge within a professional area and basic knowledge across related areas.
• Team Interaction: Acts as a "go-to" resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small project teams.

Core Capabilities

• Supporting Colleagues:
  • Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance and gain knowledge in new areas.
  • Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships.
  • Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences.
• Delivering Excellent Services:
  • Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them.
  • Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions.
  • Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness.
• Ensuring High Quality:
  • Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly.
  • Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them.
  • Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring.
• Managing Resources Effectively:
  • Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure.
  • Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area.
  • Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities.
• Fostering Innovation:
  • Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches.
  • Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges.
  • Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.

Position Qualifications

• Experience Level: 5 years
• Education: Bachelor's

Benefits

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.

Company Description

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.