EY DET-ISR-Senior Business Continuity Specialist-GDSF 

India, Karnataka, Bengaluru 

782150309

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead BCMS planning and implementation at organizational, locational, and account levels.
• Conduct comprehensive Business Impact Analyses and Risk Assessments to identify critical business processes and potential threats.
• Coordinate with various functions and locations to ensure a cohesive BCMS strategy and standardized arrangements.
• Oversee BCMS tests and exercises to validate the effectiveness of continuity plans and ensure they meet organizational expectations.
• Drive ongoing BCMS training and awareness programs to enhance organizational resilience.
• Manage the implementation of corrective and preventive actions arising from BCMS activities and audits.
• Ensure that BCMS goals and objectives are aligned with organizational priorities and are met consistently.
• Monitor and report on BCMS performance metrics for governance and strategic reviews.
• Lead incident management and response actions to minimize impact on business operations.
• Support both internal and external audits, ensuring BCMS compliance with standards such as ISO 22301.
• Perform maturity assessments of the BCMS to identify areas for improvement and develop roadmaps for achieving desired maturity levels.
• Facilitate workshops and stakeholder interviews to validate BCMS practices and recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Develop and manage Emergency Response and Crisis Management plans, ensuring rapid and effective response to incidents and crises.
• Train and lead the Crisis Management Team to ensure preparedness and effective decision-making during emergencies.
• Conduct regular crisis simulation exercises to test the organization's response capabilities and improve crisis communication strategies.

Required Experience:

• 8-10 Years of Proven experience in both the assessment and implementation of BCMS.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct business continuity planning, risk assessments, and business impact analyses.
• Experience in coordinating and standardizing BCMS across multiple locations, functions and clients.
• Familiarity with conducting BCMS tests, exercises, and training programs.
• Experience in supporting internal and external audits related to business continuity (e.g., ISO 22301).
• Significant experience in Emergency Response and Crisis Management, including developing plans and leading response teams.
• Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Risk Management, Information Systems, or a related field, Master’s degree is a plus.
• Professional certifications in business continuity or disaster recovery, such as CBCP, MBCI, or certifications from DRII, BCI, BSI.
• Knowledge of regional regulations and standards related to business continuity and risk management, such as NCEMA 7000:2015 (UAE's National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Authority Standards), SAMA (Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority) Cyber Security Framework, and other relevant local guidelines is a plus.
• Strong project management, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to lead projects, manage timelines, and deliver results.

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