DISASTER RECOVER PROG ANALYST
WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?
Information Technology (IT) Disaster Recovery (DR) Program is in the second line of defense and is accountable for CNB's Disaster Recovery strategy, enabling CNB to provide independent oversight and effective review and challenge (R&C) of disaster recovery program. The Disaster Recovery Analyst is responsible for leading disaster recovery risk assessments, providing advice and independent challenge, monitoring metrics/key risk indicators, monitoring regulatory landscape for changes related to IT DR, conducting disaster recovery risk reviews and analysis, and reporting thematic risks to ensure the Disaster Recovery Risk Profile is fairly presented.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
Support the development and execution of the IT Disaster Recovery risk program and procedures consistent with City National Bank's and RBC's Risk Framework to ensure a sound control environment from an IT DR/Operational Resilience perspective.
Key areas of responsibility include R&C of: disaster recovery exercises, IT Datacenter runbooks, IT Disaster Recovery Reporting and adequacy of IT Disaster Recovery controls.
Monitoring (as needed) of DR tests to confirm adequacy of testing reports and conclusions. Monitoring of DR test may require some evening or weekend work which will be well known and established ahead of time. Working with stakeholders, subject matter experts, and analysis of reports to define issues, determine root cause, and determine appropriate changes.
Assist with drafting reports and corrective action/remediation plans by providing observations and findings including any gaps in compliance with Bank policies and standards
Maintain workpapers to support the timely and effective response to requests from Internal Audit or external regulators.
Performs DR awareness training relating to DR Risk Management, including new and changing policies, systems, and methodologies.
Assesses DR risks and policy/standard/procedure compliance relating to controls design, FLoD DR testing processes, FLoD DR testing results.
Provides support of Internal Audits and Regulatory Exams.
Understand and apply internal policies/procedures, laws and regulations and managing regulatory requirements including but not limited to: FFIEC, OCC, FINRA, Federal Reserve related to Disaster Recovery requirements.
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?
Required Qualifications
Minimum 7 years practical Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, and/Crisis Management experience
Minimum 3 years of financial services experience
Minimum 3 years of project management experience
Additional Qualifications
BS in Computer Science or demonstrated equivalent experience
Professional certification from the Disaster Recovery Institute, International or from The Business Continuity Institute (e.g. ABCP, CBCP, MBCP, MBCI, CRP and/or other Business Continuity or industry related certifications preferred.
Strong skills in applying Disaster Recovery planning principles to various levels (staff, management and executive) of the company.
Knowledge and understanding of crisis and emergency management.
Project management skills, which include task identification, project planning, and ability to understand scope of recovery efforts, ability to coordinate critical activities during continuity exercises and events, and proficiency with tools required to pull project together.
Fully proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including (but not limited to) Word, Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint.
Advanced presentation skills and oral and written communication skills.
Self-starter with the ability to work independently.
Excellent interpersonal, organization, analytical, problem solving, critical thinking, communication, and prioritization skills.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
CompensationStarting base salary: $77,000 - 143,000 per year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. This job is eligible for bonus and/or commissions.
Benefits and Perks
At City National, we strive to be the best at whatever we do, including the benefits and perks we offer our colleagues including:
Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including Medical, Dental and Vision plans, available the first of the month following start date
Generous 401(k) company matching contribution
Career Development through Tuition Reimbursement and other internal upskilling and training resources
Valued Time Away benefits including vacation, sick and volunteer time
Specialized health and family planning benefits including fertility benefits, and cancer, diabetes and musculoskeletal support programs
Career Mobility support from a dedicated recruitment team
Colleague Resource Groups to support networking and community engagement
Get a more detailed look at our https://careers.cnb.com/benefits.
ABOUT US
Since day one we've always gone further than the competition to help our clients, colleagues and communities flourish. City National Bank was founded in 1954 by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs and that legacy of integrity, community and unparalleled client relationships continues today. City National is a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, one of North America's leading diversified financial services companies. To learn more about City National and our dynamic company culture, visit us at https://www.cnb.com/about-us.html.
INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT
City National Bank fosters an inclusive environment where all forms of diversity are valued and leveraged to make us a better company and employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other basis protected by law.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
*Represents basic qualifications for the position. To be considered for this position, you must at least meet the required qualifications. careers.cnb.com accepts applications on an ongoing basis, until filled.
Unless otherwise indicated as fully remote, reporting into a designated City National location is an essential function of the job.
