Overview
On Site
Full Time
Skills
Creative Problem Solving
Finance
Collaboration
Test Management
Reporting
Risk Management
Systems Engineering
IT Project Management
Auditing
Vendor Management
FFIEC
Business Continuity Planning
Risk Assessment
Management
Partnership
Analytical Skill
Disaster Recovery
Impact Analysis
Computer Networking
Communication
Testing
Recovery
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Visio
Agile
Scrum
Kanban
SAFE
JIRA
Confluence
Job Details
Your Opportunity
At Schwab, you're empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us "challenge the status quo" and transform the finance industry together.
Partner and collaborate with Third Party/vendor(s) develop a working knowledge of key Third Party vendors and relevant internal policies
Serve as a point of contact for building and maintaining test relationships
Perform vendor risk assessments reviews, contract assessments, identify gaps and provide recommendations
Develop a working knowledge of regulatory guidelines, relating third-party disaster recovery program(s)
Act as liaison for auditing and examination of third-party disaster recovery processes
Establish and maintain Third Party testing business partner relationships, scheduled Third Party testing with a full understanding of interdependencies and post-test management
Deliver ongoing feedback regarding risk management, mitigation, and prevention
Coordinate with the IT technical staff to ensure disaster recovery solutions are prepared, acceptable, maintained, and tested as part of a consistent operational life cycle
Understand and develop all test requirements for successful execution
Coordinate and lead all external DR exercises, inclusive of tabletop exercises, simulated exercises and full DR testing for Third Parties
Regularly report Third Party Disaster Recovery activities to risk management
Continually improve external DR process utilizing ever changing requirements and technologies available; demonstrate excellent judgment with the ability to navigate ambiguity. You must make good decisions, can identify issues, and know when to escalate matters. Self-starter; takes initiative and can work independently
Requirement to work some evenings and weekends to conduct testing
To ensure that we have fulfilled our promise of "challenging the status quo," this role has specific qualifications that successful candidates should have.
What you have
Required Qualifications
5+ years of demonstrated experience dedicated to disaster recovery operations and management
10+ years of systems engineering experience and or Technical Project Management, along with current working experience with Schwab systems and processes
3+ years of delivering results using an Agile Framework
Must be comfortable acting as a liaison for auditing and examination of disaster recovery and testing processes
Experience engaging with cross-functional IT teams
Vendor Management and FFIEC, FINRA knowledge required
Strong time management and organization skills
Thorough business continuity program life cycle planning and source deliverables (e.g. risk assessments, bias, continuity planning) is essential
Experience establishing, managing and communication with Business Partners to cultivate strong partnerships
Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills
Thorough knowledge and understanding of disaster recovery planning techniques and technologies as well as the methods used in performing risk and business impact analysis
Understanding of elementary IT network principles is critical
Requires excellent oral and written communication skills to convey plans, exercise results, and activities
Ability to plan, organize, and lead the testing of emergency response, recovery support, and business resumption procedures
MS Office Suite, MS Project, Visio
SharePoint Experience a plus
Capabilities include delivering results using an Agile Framework (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) and Atlassian (Jira/Confluence)
Continuity Planning accreditation is a plus
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities
At Schwab, you're empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us "challenge the status quo" and transform the finance industry together.
Partner and collaborate with Third Party/vendor(s) develop a working knowledge of key Third Party vendors and relevant internal policies
Serve as a point of contact for building and maintaining test relationships
Perform vendor risk assessments reviews, contract assessments, identify gaps and provide recommendations
Develop a working knowledge of regulatory guidelines, relating third-party disaster recovery program(s)
Act as liaison for auditing and examination of third-party disaster recovery processes
Establish and maintain Third Party testing business partner relationships, scheduled Third Party testing with a full understanding of interdependencies and post-test management
Deliver ongoing feedback regarding risk management, mitigation, and prevention
Coordinate with the IT technical staff to ensure disaster recovery solutions are prepared, acceptable, maintained, and tested as part of a consistent operational life cycle
Understand and develop all test requirements for successful execution
Coordinate and lead all external DR exercises, inclusive of tabletop exercises, simulated exercises and full DR testing for Third Parties
Regularly report Third Party Disaster Recovery activities to risk management
Continually improve external DR process utilizing ever changing requirements and technologies available; demonstrate excellent judgment with the ability to navigate ambiguity. You must make good decisions, can identify issues, and know when to escalate matters. Self-starter; takes initiative and can work independently
Requirement to work some evenings and weekends to conduct testing
To ensure that we have fulfilled our promise of "challenging the status quo," this role has specific qualifications that successful candidates should have.
What you have
Required Qualifications
5+ years of demonstrated experience dedicated to disaster recovery operations and management
10+ years of systems engineering experience and or Technical Project Management, along with current working experience with Schwab systems and processes
3+ years of delivering results using an Agile Framework
Must be comfortable acting as a liaison for auditing and examination of disaster recovery and testing processes
Experience engaging with cross-functional IT teams
Vendor Management and FFIEC, FINRA knowledge required
Strong time management and organization skills
Thorough business continuity program life cycle planning and source deliverables (e.g. risk assessments, bias, continuity planning) is essential
Experience establishing, managing and communication with Business Partners to cultivate strong partnerships
Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills
Thorough knowledge and understanding of disaster recovery planning techniques and technologies as well as the methods used in performing risk and business impact analysis
Understanding of elementary IT network principles is critical
Requires excellent oral and written communication skills to convey plans, exercise results, and activities
Ability to plan, organize, and lead the testing of emergency response, recovery support, and business resumption procedures
MS Office Suite, MS Project, Visio
SharePoint Experience a plus
Capabilities include delivering results using an Agile Framework (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) and Atlassian (Jira/Confluence)
Continuity Planning accreditation is a plus
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities
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