Business continuity analysts in Canada collaborate with business managers, business continuity leads/teams and infrastructure teams to identify the operations, processes, and technologies required in building and maintaining optimal continuity plans. They ensure operationally effective and compliant programs are developed and in place to ensure recovery of the business. Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and documentation skills are essential. A background in project management and/or business or systems analysis and in-depth knowledge of a business sector such as finance or securities are considered ideal. Employers typically seek five or more years of experience in IT-related positions, along with several years of business continuity planning experience. A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field is a standard educational requirement.
Typical business continuity analyst duties:
Analyzing critical business functions and defining the scope and impact of disaster scenarios.Designing, planning, and implementing an enterprise-wide business continuity plan.Analyzing existing systems and recommending redundant, fault-tolerant solutions to ensure business continuity and duplication of all critical data.Devising, scheduling, and implementing business continuity tests and analyzing results.Documenting business continuity procedures and making presentations and recommendations to senior management.Ensuring that the firm and its data systems are in compliance with regulations such as the Multilateral Instrument 52-109 in Canada.
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The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.
50th percentile
109500
The candidate has the experience to perform core responsibilities without direct supervision and is comfortable with the role’s processes and subject matter.
75th percentile
124250
The candidate delivers value beyond the stated job duties, has advanced qualifications and experience, and is ready for the next career level.
