US Region BCM Testing Specialist

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce•Chicago, IL

46d•$120,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We're building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what's right for our clients. At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute. To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com What you'll be doing As a member of CIBC's team, you will be responsible for leading the US Region BCM program in the delivery of effective BCM testing, risk monitoring and mitigation. Reporting to the Director of the US BCM program, the BCM Testing Specialist will work directly with CUSO business units to guide development of actionable and sustainable testing strategies that ensure alignment with regulatory expectations and corporate guidelines. A key aspect of this role is understanding organizational priorities and the potential impact of failures in internal and external dependencies, including IT infrastructure and supplier relationships, on service delivery. At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Details on your work arrangement (proportion of on-site and remote work) will be discussed at the time of your interview.

Requirements

You're a certified BCM professional.
Knowledge of Business Continuity Testing - 10+ years of business continuity management experience, including significant experience in facilitation of tabletop and functional exercises
Regulatory Awareness- Understanding of compliance requirements related to business interruption risks
Communication skills- Ability to clearly articulate risks and recommendations to stakeholders
You can demonstrate experience in CIBC internal/external regulatory risk policies, procedures and controls. Developed research and analysis skills sufficient to identify potential risk issues and trends.
Your influence makes an impact. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You inspire outcomes by making yourself heard.
You understand that success is in the details. You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.
Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust, teamwork and accountability.

Responsibilities

Business Continuity Testing Strategy - Lead collaboration with key stakeholders to support the development and sustainment of a multi-year testing strategy for the US Region
Business Disruption Scenario Design - Understanding business continuity planning and applying that understanding to effectively design scenarios that evaluate response to business disrupting events
Business Continuity Testing - Leading business units in the execution and documentation of required BCM program testing and formal after-action reports. This includes coordinating the testing of the mass notification system, call trees, alternate strategies, and contingency plans.
Due Diligence - Evaluate business continuity focused testing for the US Region to ensure compliance with all CIBC BCM Standards and Guidelines.
Compliance Monitoring - Ensure business continuity testing activities align with regulatory requirements, industry standards and internal policies
Quality Control - Through validation of business unit recovery plans, including business continuity plans, contingency plans, and manual workarounds
Relationship Building - Liaise with CIBC business units to develop a strong relationship, making sure to set clear expectations
KRI Reporting- Provide periodic reporting on business interruption risk exposures, including recommendations to reduce or eliminate potential business interruptions
Continuous Improvement- Monitor business continuity testing performance and risk over time, including business unit remediation activities

Benefits

At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package.
This role has an expected salary range of $120,000.00 - $130,000.00 for the Chicago market based on experience, qualifications, and location of the position.
The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit's incentive compensation plan, which may also include a discretionary bonus component.
CIBC offers a full range of benefits and programs to meet our employee's needs; including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability, and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave, Parental Leave and Vacation), Holidays and 401(k), in addition to other special perks reserved for our team members.
We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.

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