At NEXTDC we are building the heart of Australia & Asia’s high tech future. We design, build and operate world class, next generation data centres, using cutting edge, environmentally efficient infrastructure to service the specific requirements of local, international customers.
NEXTDC is an exciting ASX 100 listed technology company, only 16 years young and operating 18 data centres across 8 major cities in Australia and Malaysia, with multiple international sites in development to support our customer’s digital infrastructure.
At NEXTDC our success depends on the talents of our people, and we foster a culture of continued learning and development. Our culture is built on collaboration and innovation, we are passionate about what we do, and we are committed to our mission to be the leading customer centric data centre services company.
Where Cloud lives and AI thrives
Job Description
We are building out our operational resilience capability, and this is a newly created role to lead it. As our Business Continuity Program Manager, you'll own our Business Continuity Management System end to end: the framework, the plans, the exercises and the assurance work that sits behind them. It's a genuinely enterprise wide remit, spanning every business unit and site as we continue to grow across Australia and Asia.
You'll be the person the business turns to on continuity and resilience, and the person our customers, auditors and regulators deal with when they want to understand how we'd respond to disruption.
Newly created role with scope to shape the program from the ground up
Enterprise wide exposure across Technology, Risk, Facilities Management, GIOC and Customer Success
Direct line to senior leadership and the BC Steering Committee
Work across critical infrastructure regulatory frameworks including CPS 230 and SOCI
Real influence on customer contractual outcomes and assurance activity
Growth environment across Australian and Asian markets
Your responsibilities will include:
Owning and maturing NEXTDC's Business Continuity Management System, aligned to ISO 22301
Leading the Business Impact Analysis program and setting RTOs, RPOs and MTPDs across critical activities
Coordinating the development and maintenance of Business Continuity Plans across business units and sites
Building organisational readiness through business continuity training and awareness across all business units
Designing and running the annual exercise calendar, from tabletop sessions through to full scale multi site simulations
Maintaining audit and certification readiness across ISO 27001 and ISO 22301, and meeting obligations under CPS 230 and the SOCI Act
Supporting customer reviews, audits, questionnaires and joint exercises, and tracking contractual BC and DR commitments
This opportunity will see you working with world leaders in our space. Join our Australian journey now and be an integral part of our success.
Contact us today to find out more about the local opportunities we have available.
Qualifications
Demonstrated experience managing a business continuity, disaster recovery or operational resilience program, ideally in critical infrastructure, data centre, financial services or another regulated environment
Working knowledge of ISO 22301, APRA CPS 230 and the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018, or equivalent frameworks
Proven track record designing, facilitating and evaluating continuity exercises, including with external customers or regulators
Strong program and project management skills across multi site environments
Confident communicator who can hold their own with executives, regulators and customers
Business continuity certification (BCI, DRII or equivalent) and a relevant tertiary qualification preferred
Additional Information
Seize this exciting opportunity to join one of Australia’s fastest growing companies and play a key contributing role in the future of AI and the digital economy
Join an inclusive, diverse and values driven working culture supporting hybrid work practices
Enjoy awesome employee benefits (gifted share options, NEXTDC days, volunteer days, professional development, holistic wellbeing and mental health programs and more)
Great opportunities to progress within our company (grow as we grow)
Our mission is to continue building a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents the communities in which we operate.
Make NEXTDC your next move.
Skills Required
- Demonstrated experience managing a business continuity, disaster recovery, or operational resilience program, ideally in critical infrastructure, data centres, financial services, or another regulated environment.
- Working knowledge of ISO 22301, APRA CPS 230, and the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018, or equivalent frameworks.
- Proven experience designing, facilitating, and evaluating continuity exercises, including exercises with external customers or regulators.
- Strong program and project management skills across multi-site environments.
- Confident communication skills with executives, regulators, and customers.
- Business continuity certification from BCI, DRII, or equivalent.
- Relevant tertiary qualification.
What We Do
NEXTDC is an ASX100 listed technology company enabling business transformation through innovative data centre outsourcing solutions and connectivity services. As Australias largest locally owned and operated data centre provider, NEXTDC is Australia’s most trusted provider of premium data centre solutions. With a national footprint of nine data centres certified to the highest global standards, NEXTDC provides secure, reliable, and high‑performance data centre and interconnection solutions to enterprise and government organisations. NEXTDC has built and operates Australia’s most cloud‑connected data centre network, providing organisations with the most direct access to the leading public cloud platforms, networks, and IT services infrastructure. Recognised by Frost & Sullivan as the leading data centre solutions in the Australian market, NEXTDC is Australia’s only data centre provider who operates a nationwide network of Tier IV and Tier III facilities in the country's national growth markets. Please visit www.nextdc.com for more information, latest news and current job vacancies.
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