We often get the question, “How many professionals do other organizations have dedicated to their business continuity/ resiliency program?”… Makes sense that this question comes up so often. Those who champion a business continuity/ resiliency program want to ensure they have the proper number of personnel to accomplish their program goals. Plus, if other “peer” organizations have more personnel it might provide some leverage with the executive committee to also increase their headcount in combination with a defined program management deliverable timeline with headcount associated to each deliverable. Read BC Management’s data findings below and comment with your thoughts. BC Management has been collecting data metrics on BCM program management drivers (including dedicated personnel) since 2005. The 2011 study results (which closed on December 15, 2011) indicated the following below. Remember to site BC Management when referencing these data findings. Data Findings: - A program usually consists of more than just business continuity planning. In fact, our study showed that the average number of disciplines within an enterprise program is 4.9. Study respondents choose from a long list of 20+ different disciplines that they personally manage within their program. The most prevalent disciplines in an enterprise program included Business Continuity Process (Business Focused), Crisis Management, Emergency Management, Pandemic Planning and Disaster Recovery Process (IT Focused). The more disciplines managed within a program will tend to yield more personnel. - 53% of the study respondents indicated having 1+ professional dedicated to their program under their direct management and supervision. - BC Management’s study reported an average of 11.64 full-time personnel and an average of 24.63 part-time personnel dedicated to the business continuity/ resiliency program. - The number of TOTAL PROGRAM personnel (all disciplines managed within the enterprise program) varied between 1 to 350 dedicated professionals. The number of personnel exclusively dedicated to BUSINESS CONTINUITY PROCESS (BUSINESS FOCUSED) ONLY varied between 1 to 23 professionals. (This number excludes personnel exclusively dedicated to disaster recovery, crisis management, emergency management, etc). Important Notations: *Information noted above consisted of USA based study respondents (1,364 participants). All study respondents manage a business continuity, IT resiliency, crisis management or emergency management program. 65.13% of the USA based study respondents manage a program that is either national, multi country or global. *Data findings indicate a CORRELATION with number of dedicated program personnel to the industry, revenues of an organization, number of company personnel, distribution of company (small localized region to global) and maturity of the program. *The MOST REQUESTED DATA FINDINGS from BC Management regarding dedicated program personnel, program budgeting and other program management drivers are based on a peer assessment. Peer organizations are defined by a similar industry, revenue band, number of company employees, distribution of company locations and/or maturity of the program. *BC Management keeps all study respondent information in the strictest of confidence. We never reveal the company name or personal information behind a study response. Our reports are an average of the study respondents that meet the criteria of a client’s defined peer assessment. Questions ? - Contact a BC Management representative. Add Comment Weekly Top Talent - Business Continuity / Mobile Operations Professional / CBCP in Atlanta, GA 02/01/2012
Business Continuity / Mobile Operations Professional / CBCP Based in Atlanta GA– Willing to Travel Salary negotiable Business ethics and integrity are the basic components of this experienced candidate. Over 25 tears in the disaster recovery and is credited with the invention of the Mobile DataCenter product. Developed the operating methodologies and provided clients with a “recovery at your doorstep” recovery option. Designed specialized road equipment to ship to the client site and assisted in testing client recovery plans. Assembled teams and created efficient response procedures to speed recoveries. This candidate was involved in regional recoveries of hurricanes Katrina and Ike and many more disasters. Managed day to day operations that included cost tracking, budgeting, pre-sales, sales support and marketing. Maintained “on call”readiness 24/7. Looking to hire continuity, resiliency, crisis management, risk management, emergency management and/or security professionals? Check out additional top talent confidential bios at http://www.bcmanagement.com/top-talent.html. Interested in becoming a BC Management Top Talent candidate? If so, please inquire with a BC Management representative at info@bcmanagement.com. BC Management, Inc – Job Posting #2542 Position: Sr. Risk Analyst Status: Full-time, Permanent Location: Ft. Lauderdale, FL – No relocation assistance. Candidates must have proper work authorization to work in the USA. Salary: Based on Experience THIS IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR SOMEONE IN THE INSURANCE INDUSTRY LOOKING TO GET INTO THE BUSINESS CONTINUITY PROFESSION!!!!! *****Seeking candidates with 7 years expertise in insurance coupled with minimal business continuity expertise. The main focus of this position will be to provide support for the management of company’s insurance programs, as well as serve as a backup and support for the company’s business continuity and critical incident planning. Also responsible for risk identification and analysis to support the business units of the organization. Responsibilities: • Build relationships and communicate across all levels of the organization to further understanding of Company’s insurable risks, crisis risks, business continuity plans, risk mitigation processes and critical incident plans. • Thoroughly understand all of Company’s crisis response teams, services, tools and culture to coordinate a corporate wide crisis response including effective Business Continuity • Communicate with associates and business units, monitoring companywide correspondence in an effort to continuously assess, monitor and strategically manage risks and liabilities • Prepare and present submissions reflecting underwriting data, applications and supporting backup documentation • Determines initiatives and processes to achieve risk strategies and objectives Position Qualifications: • 4 year college degree required • 7+ years insurance coverage experience with a preference to property insurance knowledge. • 3+ years experience in Business continuity and critical incident planning • 7+ years experience in commercial lines brokerage or insurance underwriting experience, middle market or larger size accounts is preferred • Ability to deal with all levels of management and external stakeholders • Proficient in MS Excel, Word and Power Point • Knowledge of state insurance taxes, fees and surcharges The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, age, sex or handicap. To apply to this position please visit http://www.bcmanagement.com/search-jobs.html and enter the job number 2542. To learn more about the position, please contact Cheyene Haase - BC Management Inc. at chaase@bcmanagement.com or +1 714-969-8006. 
We forgot to remind everyone that this special offer was expiring, so you get one more day to take advantage!!! Obtain data customized to your organization (industry, revenues, company employees, etc) to better understand how your peers are managing their business continuity programs. Or you can choose to assess your compensation compared to your peers within the profession (data customized to job title, geography, years of experience, etc.). Send us an email at info@bcmanagement.com to inquire or view our available reports at http://www.bcmanagement.com/holiday-offer.html. BC Management is offering you 40% off all BCM Research Reporting for one more day - EXPIRES FEBRUARY 1ST. - . An additional 10% off will be extended to those who are active members of the ACP and NEDRIX or who are certified through the BCI, DRI International and ICOR. See Available Reports - http://www.bcmanagement.com/holiday-offer.html. Reports include: · BCM Compensation Report - Just published January 6, 2012. · BCM ROI Report · BCM Industry Peer Review · BCM Staffing Index · BCM Budget Review · BCM Program Maturity · Best in Class · Event Impact Management Report We thank you for your continued business and support. BC Management - Job Order #2541 Position: Business Continuity Manager Location: Santa Clara, Ca (local candidates only. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.) Status: Full time/Permanent Industry: Financial Services/Banking Salary: $130,000-$140,000. Bonus eligible and excellent benefit package. Travel: travel maybe required Degree: Bachelors Degree or Equivalent required. Responsibilities: - Designs and implements accurate and thorough BCM risk assessments and impact analyses; and integrates this work into enterprise-wide risk assessments. - Coordinates the development and maintenance of crisis management, business continuity, and technology recovery plans throughout the client. - Exercises and tests developed plans and strategies against high risk scenarios affecting the client. - Manages timely and effective closure of identified issues. - Trains and coaches senior management, recovery teams, resumption teams, and the general employee population about respective business resumption roles and responsibilities. - Defines and implements relevant policies and procedures that facilitate an effective global business continuity program. - Designs and maintains self-assessments to maintain program competencies and identifies deficiencies; and leads BCM through internal audits, regulatory exams, and compliance reviews. - Represents BCM program needs, responsibilities, challenges, and the clients overall readiness and concerns to senior leadership, peers, and staff. - Designs and evolves the clients BCM program to integrate into the clients daily operations, and maintains that integration in swiftly evolving needs, using tools, procedures, relationships, and other techniques. - Supporting the clients Incident Commander in a chief of staff capacity and subject matter expert in the event of potential and actual crisis situations Skills and Requirements: -8 + years providing professional, specialized skills, including, but not limited to, business continuity planning, project management, disaster recovery planning, risk analysis and problem resolution. -Proven experience and ability to effectively lead a Business Continuity Program for a global bank, communicate with senior management, peers, or auditors, regulatory examiners and clients. -This individual is a subject matter expert in their field; Has established and/or lead business continuity efforts at other organizations, listens well/utilizes information; shares ideas and information; develops rapport with other employees; pays attention to detail; manages time and priorities; demonstrates effective problem solving skills; portrays a positive attitude; flexible; adjusts well to change; complies with company standards/policies/procedures; displays professionalism. To be considered for this opportunity, please submit resume and professional bio at www.bcmanagement.com and reference Job Order # 2541. For questions, please contact Alicia Stevens at astevens@bcmanagement.com. Business Continuity Program Director/Leader Dallas/Ft Worth metro area Prefer to stay in region; Travel 25-50% Compensation: $125,000-150,000 This candidate has nearly 10 years in the business continuity profession, much of that time spent leading divisional or functionally aligned teams within large global financial institutions. This individual has experience in all aspects of business continuity, including business impact analysis (BIA), tool selection and implementation, recovery planning, awareness, testing, external relationship building and event response. This is a leader with a proven track record of results and innovation, with a number of‘firsts’ implemented for employers, including: - Implementation and testing of mobile recovery capability - End-to-end execution of full-scale response and recovery exercise - Implementation of a comprehensive response process framework - Implementation of comprehensive program covering coast-to-coast network of over 1200 branch offices - Successful tool implementations (NotiFind, SharePoint-based emergency management portal) and migrations (LDRPS v9.1 to v10) Demonstrated leadership skills in the areas of: - Crisis management - Communications, including one-on-one at various management levels and presentation before large audiences - Employee management and talent development - Process improvement, program and process management Hands-on Global experience includes: - Planning program implementation with internal partners in India and Latin America - Development of joint tabletop exercises with counterparts in Europe - Presentations to external partners in China Looking to hire continuity, resiliency, crisis management, risk management, emergency management and/or security professionals? Check out additional top talent confidential bios at http://www.bcmanagement.com/top-talent.html. Interested in becoming a BC Management Top Talent candidate? If so, please inquire with a BC Management representative at info@bcmanagement.com. 
BC Management's BCM Compensation Data Findings (Canada) (Data collected between May – December 2011) Positive Indicators Highlighted in 2011 Study Findings ... One, there are more respondents who noted a total compensation increase (52% in 2011 compared to 44% in 2010). Secondly, there was also a large increase in average percent change in total compensation for those who did change jobs (13% in 2011 up from 6% in 2010). Read an excerpt of the 40+ page Comprehensive BCM Canada Compensation report. The comprehensive report (40+ pages) was distributed as a complimentary report to those professionals who completed BC Management’s 10th Annual BCM Study. Haven't received your report? Contact BC Management . Next Canada BCM Compensation Report will not be published until August 2012. A BCM Compensation report was recently published for the USA too. Read an excerpt of this 50+ page report. How to use the BCM Compensation Report (40+ pages)?
You may still purchase the report if you did not complete our 10th Annual BCM Study. This report is discounted up to 50% until January 31st with our holiday offer. Standard retail price is $150. View BCM Program Management Data Research/ Metrics reports also available. Reports coming soon for Europe, Asia Pacific and other regions based on response This question has come up multiple times with our clients…. There is certainly a challenge in managing recovery efforts overseas and many organizations want to know how others are managing the business continuity program in facilities that are not their primary location. BC Management’s data indicates that a majority of corporations with up to 5,000 offices indicated one of the following: 1) Manage the BC program from the primary corporate office with periodic travel to other office locations. Upwards of 40% of respondents regardless of the size of the organization up to 5,000 offices. - OR - 2) Manage the BC Program with existing resources that are not experienced in business continuity/ disaster recovery planning. Usually upwards of 25% regardless of the size of the organization up to 5,000 offices. Those study respondents with 5,000 + offices indicated a more evenly distribution across the study selection options. These larger organizations are more likely to either place an expatriate (13%) or hire a full-time, permanent professional local to the office (25%). View BC Management data findings - http://www.weebly.com/uploads/3/7/5/2/3752086/bcm-non_primary_offices_image.png. This data chart only focuses on those study respondents who either manage a global program or who manage a regional program with multiple countries. BC Management, Inc – Job Posting #2538 Position: Senior Consultant – Enterprise Resiliency – Multiple Openings!!! Status: Full-time, Permanent Employment Location: San Francisco, CA, Huntington Beach, CA, Chicago, IL, Dallas, TX, Houston, TX, Atlanta, GA, Philadelphia, PA, Jersey City, NJ or Norwalk, CT – No Relocation Assistance. Candidates must currently have the proper documentation to work in the USA. Salary: Based on location and experience. Up to a $95K Base + 10% Bonus Potential Travel: 75% - regionally based practice, but may travel nationally if needed. *****Candidates must have 5+ years expertise in business continuity, IT resiliency or risk management coupled with a Bachelor’s Degree. Only candidates with previous 3rd party consulting experience (i.e. working with a Big 5 organization (KPMG, Accenture, PWC, etc) or a technology consulting organization (HP, IBM, EMC, etc)) will be considered. Role Description: In this role you will be an Enterprise Resiliency Senior Consultant within the Consulting Services business unit of our client company. You will primarily be responsible for project delivery within the Enterprise Resiliency Practice. The Enterprise Resiliency Service Line “Horizontal” will work closely with the Industry Sectors “Verticals”. The Industry Verticals will provide the industry depth and knowledge. Your role is to develop and grow the Service Line Practice through delivering the Service Line Solutions across the Industry Sectors “Verticals”. Responsibilities: • Attaining Billable Utilization (90%) goals • Providing leadership and technical expertise to clients and staff • Leading small teams through delivery of Service Line solutions and serve as mentors to Consultants • Competent in at least one core Solution Offering within the Service Line • Assist in the execution and delivery of consulting projects o Work closely with a project manager or team lead to develop solutions in your Service Line. o Support business development activities as needed. o Manage work load to deliver quality deliverables on time o Junior Technical or Business Analyst. • Building and managing relationships with client for the projects you are working on Educational Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree (Business or Technical) at an accredited university Qualifications: • Consulting experience with a strong track record delivering quality work on time • Demonstrate ability to develop a client relationship within your current project • Minimum 2 years’ experience in Enterprise Resiliency Domain • Minimum 5 years’ experience in Business Continuity with specialty knowledge and skills in one or more of the following: • Business Impact Analysis • Risk Management • Business Recovery Strategy • IT Recovery Strategy • IT Operations Experience • Response Planning (IT or Business) • Program Office experience • Crisis Management • Recovery Strategy testing or exercise experience • Meeting facilitation • Communication writing / verbal • Technical skills (platforms and network) • Analytical (analyze data) • Customer service experience • Technology design/build experience Other Skills: • Excellent interpersonal skills • Excellent communications skills both written and verbal • Excellent decision making and problem solving skills • Exceptional organizational capabilities The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, age, sex or handicap. To apply to this position please visit http://www.bcmanagement.com/search-jobs.html and enter the job number 2538. To learn more about the position, please contact Cheyene Haase - BC Management Inc. at chaase@bcmanagement.com or +1 714-969-8006. New Job - Consultant – Enterprise Resiliency – Multiple Positions (13 openings)!!! - USA Based 01/21/2012
BC Management, Inc – Job Posting #2537 Position: Consultant – Enterprise Resiliency – Multiple Openings!!! Status: Full-time, Permanent Employment Location: San Francisco, CA, Huntington Beach, CA, Chicago, IL, Dallas, TX, Houston, TX, Atlanta, GA, Philadelphia, PA, Jersey City, NJ or Norwalk, CT – No Relocation Assistance. Candidates must currently have the proper documentation to work in the USA. Salary: Based on location and experience. Up to a $75K Base + 10% Bonus Potential Travel: 75% - regionally based practice, but may travel nationally if needed. *****Candidates must have 2+ years expertise in business continuity, IT resiliency or risk management coupled with a Bachelor’s Degree. Preference will be given to candidates who have previous 3rd party consulting experience (i.e. working with a Big 5 organization (KPMG, Accenture, PWC, etc) or a technology consulting organization (HP, IBM, EMC, etc)). Role Description: In this role you will be an Enterprise Resiliency Line Consultant within the Consulting Services business unit of our client company. You will primarily be responsible for project delivery within the Enterprise Resiliency Practice. The Enterprise Resiliency Service Line “Horizontal” will work closely with the Industry Sectors “Verticals”. The Industry Verticals will provide the industry depth and knowledge. Your role is to develop and grow the Service Line Practice through delivering the Service Line Solutions across the Industry Sectors “Verticals”. Responsibilities: • Attaining Billable Utilization (90%) goals • Providing leadership and technical expertise to clients and staff • Leading small teams through delivery of Service Line solutions and serve as mentors to Consultants • Competent in at least one core Solution Offering within the Service Line • Assist in the execution and delivery of consulting projects o Work closely with a project manager or team lead to develop solutions in your Service Line. o Support business development activities as needed. o Manage work load to deliver quality deliverables on time o Junior Technical or Business Analyst. • Building and managing relationships with client for the projects you are working on Educational Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree (Business or Technical) at an accredited university Qualifications: • Consulting experience with a strong track record delivering quality work on time • Demonstrate ability to develop a client relationship within your current project • Business Continuity experience that can include a combination of: • Business Impact Analysis • Risk Management • Business Recovery Strategy • IT Recovery Strategy • IT Operations Experience • Response Planning (IT or Business) • Program Office experience • Crisis Management • Recovery Strategy testing or exercise experience • Meeting facilitation • Communication writing / verbal • Technical skills (platforms and network) • Analytical (analyze data) • Customer service experience • Technology design/build experience Other Skills: • Excellent interpersonal skills • Excellent communications skills both written and verbal • Excellent decision making and problem solving skills • Exceptional organizational capabilities Working Conditions: Physical Demands - The Consultant will spend long hours sitting and using office equipment and computers. He/she must be able to think strategically and will also have to scope and deliver presentations in front of groups of people. Environmental Conditions - The incumbent is located in a busy, open area office. The incumbent is faced with constant interruptions and must meet with others on a regular basis. Sensory Demands - The incumbent must spend long hours in intense concentration. The incumbent must also spend long hours on the computer entering information which requires attention to detail and high levels of accuracy. Mental Demands - There are a number of deadlines associated with this position. The incumbent must also deal with a wide variety of people on various issues. The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, age, sex or handicap. To apply to this position please visit http://www.bcmanagement.com/search-jobs.html and enter the job number 2537. To learn more about the position, please contact Cheyene Haase - BC Management Inc. at chaase@bcmanagement.com or +1 714-969-8006. |  Stay Informed! Subscribe to the BCM Blog Today.Welcome!Sign up to receive BCM Blog updates via the RSS Feed link above. This will enable notifications to be sent directly to your email. You may also check back here for regular updates from the BC Management team on new job postings, industry news, events, and special offers! ArchivesFebruary 2012
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