Continuity of Operations Senior Analyst

Chenega Corporation•Washington, DC

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Come join a company that strives for Extraordinary People and Exceptional Performance! Chenega Services & Federal Solutions, LLC, a Chenega Professional Services’ company, is looking for a Continuity of Operations (COOP) Senior Analyst to support a federal client in developing, implementing, and maintaining continuity plans to ensure the sustained operation of essential functions during and after a disruption. This position supports enterprise-wide risk management and resilience efforts by coordinating continuity planning, conducting risk assessments, organizing training and exercises, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards. Our company offers employees the opportunity to join a team where there is a robust employee benefits program, management engagement, quality leadership, an atmosphere of teamwork, recognition for performance, and promotion opportunities. We actively strive to channel our highly engaged employee’s knowledge, critical thinking, innovative solutions for our clients.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Continuity, Public Administration, or related field
5-8 years of experience in continuity of operations, emergency management, risk management, or related fields.
Experience conducting BIAs, risk assessments, and COOP/BCP plan development.
Ability to obtain a Public Trust Level clearance
Strong understanding of continuity planning principles, risk management, and incident response frameworks.
Familiarity with NIMS, ICS, and HSEEP.
Proficient in continuity and risk management tools and software.
Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in high-pressure situations.
Strong organizational and project management skills.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree
Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP) – DRI International, Associate or Certified Emergency Manager (AEM/CEM) – IAEM, FEMA Continuity Excellence Series (Level I or II), ISO 22301 Lead Implementer or similar

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain the Continuity of Operations (COOP) and Business Continuity Plans (BCPs), ensuring alignment with federal, state, and local guidelines.
Lead or assist in business impact analyses (BIAs) to identify critical business functions and their dependencies.
Collaborate with departments to support the development and updating of unit-level continuity plans.
Coordinate and facilitate COOP-related training, drills, and tabletop exercises to test readiness and identify areas for improvement.
Maintain documentation of all continuity-related policies, procedures, and after-action reports.
Analyze risks and threats to business operations and recommend mitigation strategies.
Monitor emerging threats and changing risk environments to ensure preparedness strategies remain current.
Serve as a liaison with internal stakeholders and external partners, including emergency management agencies and regulatory bodies.
Assist in the development and execution of crisis communications plans in support of COOP objectives.
Provide subject matter expertise during incident response operations to ensure continuity plans are activated and effectively implemented.
Ensure compliance with relevant continuity and emergency preparedness regulations and standards (e.g., ISO 22301, NFPA 1600).
Participate in audits, assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.