Business Continuity Analyst

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What will you do? 

A day in the life of a Business Continuity Analyst at VF looks a little like this. 

You will be responsible for assisting in the development, implementation, and maintaining business continuity and disaster recovery strategies, solutions, and plans to ensure the organization's resilience during disruptions. This role involves risk assessment, crisis management, and collaboration with various departments to safeguard the organization's assets and operations.

The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of risk management techniques and disaster recovery operations.

Let’s break down that day-in-the-life a bit more. 

• Assist in the development and ongoing maintenance of Business Continuity Plan (BCP) policies, standards, procedures, and documentation.
• Perform business impact analyses and risk assessments for critical business functions.
• Regularly review and update plans to reflect changes in business operations and emerging risks.
• Support the development, awareness, training, and delivery with business unit teams to ensure an appropriate level of understanding of roles and responsibilities.
• Coordinate with different business unit leaders to ensure business continuity plans are aligned with business needs, maintained and updated, as necessary.
• Monitor and report on the status of business continuity, data recovery, and data backup strategies with the designated administration software.
• Support both internal and external audits of programs.
• Develop and execute test plans and tabletop exercises for business continuity and disaster recovery.
• Support Crisis response requirements and lead projects to implement policies, procedures, and controls, as necessary.
• Coordinate and manage responses to incidents and emergencies.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination during crises.
• Ensure the proper management and maintenance of governance programs.

What do you need to succeed? 

We all have unique skills that we bring to work and celebrate every day. For this role, there are foundation skills you’ll need to succeed and excel. Additionally, we are interested in your 3-5 years of experience and professional achievements. 

The foundation skills you will need in this position are: 

• At least 3-5 years’ experience implementing business continuity programs.
• BSc Degree in relevant field or equivalent work experience
• Certifications: CBCP, CBCI, CISSP, or similar certifications are preferred.
• Knowledge of ISO 27001, ISO 22301, or other industry standards for business continuity.
• Proficient in BCM software, data analysis, and cybersecurity principles.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to business continuity and disaster recovery.
• Proven ability to provide direction and guidance to a variety of internal stakeholders, and external relationships regarding business continuity practices.
• Strong understanding of risk management techniques and disaster recovery operations.
• Ability to conduct detailed business impact analyses and risk assessments.
• Excellent problem-solving and strategic planning abilities.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Expertise in the MS Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, SharePoint

Now WE have a question for YOU.  

Are you in? 

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Hiring Range:

Incentive Potential: This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

Benefits at VF Corporation: You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com  and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.

At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.  If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at peopleservices@vfc.com. VF will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.