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MISO

IT Disaster Recovery Analyst

Carmel, IN · On-site

$85K - $101K/yr

Planning and executing disaster recovery exercises, simulations, and tabletop tests * Monitoring and evaluating DR tools, technologies, and processes for effectiveness and compliance * Partnering ...

The State of Arizona

DISASTER RECOVERY ARCHITECT

$96K - $106K/yr

Engineering/Architecture/Surveying/Planning, Information Technology/Services DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC ... DISASTER RECOVERY ARCHITECT Job Location: Division of Technology Services (DTS) 1400 West ...

TQL

Disaster Recovery Program Manager

Cincinnati, OH · Hybrid

The Disaster Recovery Program Manager will work with a cross functional team to help design and ... Perks including employee discounts, financial wellness planning, tuition reimbursement and more*

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How much do disaster planning jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for disaster planning in the United States is $103,218.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,500.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a disaster planning?

A Disaster Planning job involves preparing for and mitigating the impact of emergencies such as natural disasters, pandemics, or cyberattacks. Professionals in this field assess risks, develop contingency plans, and coordinate response efforts to ensure business continuity and public safety. They work with government agencies, organizations, and communities to create strategies that minimize damage and facilitate swift recovery. Effective disaster planning helps reduce disruption and enhances resilience in the face of crises.

What are the typical daily responsibilities in a disaster planning role?

In a Disaster Planning role, your typical day might include evaluating potential threats, updating emergency response plans, coordinating training exercises for staff, and working closely with local agencies and stakeholders. You will often review recent incidents, analyze vulnerability assessments, and ensure compliance with regulations. Collaboration with teams across departments is common, as you’ll need to integrate input from various perspectives to build comprehensive contingency plans. Your impact is felt in the preparedness of your organization and community, making this a rewarding and dynamic position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in disaster planning, and why are they important?

To thrive in Disaster Planning, you need expertise in risk assessment, emergency management, and response strategy development, often supported by a relevant degree such as emergency management or public health. Familiarity with tools like GIS mapping software, incident command systems (ICS), and certifications such as Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) are commonly required. Strong communication, problem-solving abilities, and leadership are standout soft skills for success in this field. These competencies are essential for effectively coordinating disaster preparedness initiatives and ensuring organizational resilience during crises.

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Infographic showing various Disaster Planning job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $103,218 per year, or $49.6 per hour.

Disaster Recovery Consultant

Noblesoft Technologies

San Diego, CA • On-site

Contractor

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Role: Disaster Recovery Consultant
Location: - San Diego, CA
 

Work Experience

  • Overall IT professional experience 15+ year
  • At least 10+ year Business continuity, Disaster Recovery Management, Planning, Coordination and Management experience

Responsibilities

  • Overall program governance, report health status of DR program
  • Lead quarterly reviews with HCLTech and client leadership teams
  • Propose gaps and recommendations in DR operations by bringing in industry best practices as followed by organizations of similar size and scale.
  • Govern the overall DR planning & exercising of recovery testing
  • Excellent understanding of recovery strategies and various Infrastructure Technologies – Like Storage, Backup, Networks, Security and Operating Systems (WINTEL, Linux, Solaris).
  • Understanding of various services provided by service provider and leading the continuity and resiliency of the delivery of those services
  • Experience in identification of Technology domain causing incident or issues during a disaster recovery exercise.
  • Excellent Understanding of Recovery & Resilience management life cycle.
  • Experience in determining the adequate test environment drill & test plan requirements
  • Lead efforts for Testing DR environment for datacenter failover and failback and BCP testing
  • Drill execution co-ordination, incident / issues tracking during drills
  • Experience in recovery testing data collection, analysis and reporting with recommendation of alterations to improve recovery performance
  • Leadership and Management Reporting and presentation skills
  • Manage the team of Disaster Recovery Consultants and customer handling skills
  • Well affluent in tools that enable BCP & DR replication and automation
  • Able to drive customer on a streamlined BCP&  DR approach for Business as Usual sustainability and readiness
  • Streamline Business continuity & Disaster Recovery process and operations for customer
  • Define recovery testing calendar and engage in conversations with customer’s Application and Business teams

Skills and Specifications

  • Ability to analysis critical factors impacting the recovery activities and success.
  • Should have undergone specialized training / Certification in Disaster Recovery & Management.
  • Task Coordination and Project Management skills
  • Network / Security / Storage / Backup Technology related experience.
  • Virtualization technology experience would be added advantage.
  • Communication & Presentation Skills.

Education & Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Systems or a related field.
  • At least 8+ years of experience in computing or related area with a focus on technology and management.
  • Professional certifications such as MBCI/CBCI/CBCP/ ISO22301 would be added advantage.
Technology related Certifications will be an added advantage