Senior Technology Architect to develop technical strategy for the client related to meeting its business requirements from a IT security, business continuity planning (BCP) and disaster recovery planning (DRP) perspective.

Our valued public sector client is seeking a Senior Technology Architect to develop technical strategy for the client related to meeting its business requirements from a IT security, business continuity planning (BCP) and disaster recovery planning (DRP) perspective.

Tasks will include but are not limited to:

• Develop a security strategy for the client to meet the business and application requirements;
• When requested, review Request for Change (RFC) and Security Assessment and Authorization (SA&A) submissions in accordance with the client processes;
• Support software/configuration changes and software configuration management for the clients internal group; 
• Verify that security safeguards have been implemented for client applications.
• Review/Design and conduct a Business Impact Assessment (BIA) and Business Continuity Plan (BCP) that includes:
  • The threats, both accidental and deliberate, to employees and assets; and
  • Analysis of the consequences/impact of the potential threats, and evaluate the likelihood of occurrence. Identify level of risk to clients, and options for mitigation.
  • Establish and oversee annual testing of Business Continuity Plan (BCP) strategies and disaster recovery plans including documenting reporting and tracking test results; and
  • Summarize tasks’ progress.

Must Have:

• A recognized University Degree or College diploma in science, mathematics, engineering, or an IM/IT field.
• 10 + years’ experience designing configuring, integrating, and maintaining software systems with a large user base.

Nice to Have:

• Strong network security acumen and experience with risk impact assessments/SA&A
• Experience creating Business Impact Assessments and Business Continuity Plan (BCP).