IT Disaster Recovery Project Specialist III

Zebra Technologies • Lincolnshire, IL

264d • $84,400 - $126,600 • Onsite

About The Position

At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working to make everyday life better. United by curiosity and care, we develop dynamic solutions that anticipate our customer's and partner's needs and solve their challenges. Being a part of Zebra Nation means being seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our diverse perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are a part of a team pushing boundaries to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve. You have opportunities to learn and lead at a forward-thinking company, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes that you care about - locally and globally. We've only begun reimaging the future - for our people, our customers, and the world. Let's create tomorrow together. The IT Disaster Recovery Specialist designs, implements and manages Zebra Technologies disaster/cyber recovery programs. S/he works collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure our business remains secure and resilient in the event of any unforeseen disruptions. You will play a vital role in safeguarding business operations against various disruptions. This team is dedicated to ensuring the resilience and continuity of our operations in the face of unforeseen events.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (preferably in information technology, computer science, computer engineering, a related STEM degree, or business administration).
• Minimum 5+ years' experience.
• Minimum 5+ years' experience in business continuity, IT disaster recovery, IT risk management, or similar related fields with a strong focus on resiliency planning and IT collaboration.
• Experience pulling raw data from multiple sources and creating dashboards, with a focus on high level, actionable insights.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated ability to present to IT leadership on disaster recovery planning, testing and results.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with a team.
• Advanced level Excel skills.
• Strong analytical skillset.
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to run and manage project meetings.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains comprehensive disaster/cyber recovery plans, including risk assessments, continuity strategies, and response procedures.
• Leads Disaster/Cyber Recovery exercises; specifically plans, executes, and evaluates regular disaster/cyber recovery exercises to validate the effectiveness of recovery plans and makes necessary adjustments.
• Conducts traditional project management activities and deliverables including: project plans, resource plans, status reporting, and project outcomes (creation and updating of playbooks to ensure the internal operations team can lead future DR/CR failover efforts on an annual basis).
• Collaborates with IT, security, and other relevant departments to ensure alignment between disaster/cyber recovery and security strategies.
• Works with IT Security to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities, conducting risk assessments to evaluate their impact on operations.
• Maintains accurate documentation of disaster/cyber recovery plans, procedures, and incident response protocols.
• Leads disaster/cyber recovery efforts in the event of a disruption, coordinating the response and recovery activities.
• Develops and provides training to employees on disaster/cyber recovery and business continuity procedures to enhance preparedness.

Benefits

• Healthcare
• Wellness programs
• Inclusion networks
• Continued learning and development offerings
• Community service days
• Traditional insurances
• Compensation
• Parental leave
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off offerings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Printing and Related Support Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree