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Disaster Recovery Coordinator

Wall, NJ · On-site

$92K - $125K/yr

... written, verbal, presentation and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to work ... disaster recovery testing, maintenance activities, critical incidents and recovery events outside ...

NTT DATA, Inc.

Disaster Recovery Specialist

Plano, TX · On-site

$87K - $131K/yr

Disaster Recovery (DR) Manager Location: Plano, Texas (US-TX). Hybrid role: on-site at client site ... Actual compensation depends on experience, technical skills, and qualifications. May also be ...

Procom Consultants Group

Technical Writer

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

... Disaster Recovery Security & Privacy Specialties Contract Staffing (Staff Augmentation) Permanent ... Technical Writer Job Details Researches, analyzes, designs, develops, writes, edits, and publishes ...

Procom Consultants Group

Technical Writer

Chandler, AZ

... Disaster Recovery Security & Privacy Specialties Contract Staffing (Staff Augmentation) Permanent ... Technical Writer Job Details Researches, analyzes, designs, develops, writes, edits, and publishes ...

Procom Consultants Group

Technical Writer

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

... Disaster Recovery Security & Privacy Specialties Contract Staffing (Staff Augmentation) Permanent ... Technical Writer Job Details Review, edit, and re-writing technical content from both native and ...

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How much do disaster recovery technical writer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for disaster recovery technical writer in the United States is $38.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.85 and $47.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a disaster recovery technical writer?

Disaster Recovery Technical Writers are professionals who create, maintain, and update documentation related to disaster recovery plans and procedures for organizations. Their work ensures that critical recovery information is clearly communicated and easily accessible during crises such as natural disasters, cyberattacks, or system failures. They collaborate with IT, security, and business continuity teams to translate technical recovery processes into understandable guides, checklists, and manuals. This role is essential for helping organizations minimize downtime and data loss by ensuring staff know exactly how to respond in emergency situations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a disaster recovery technical writer?

To thrive as a Disaster Recovery Technical Writer, you need expertise in technical writing, a solid understanding of IT disaster recovery processes, and often a bachelor's degree in a related field. Familiarity with documentation tools (such as Microsoft Word, Confluence, or SharePoint), and experience with business continuity or disaster recovery planning software are typically required. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and excellent communication skills set top performers apart in this role. These skills ensure clear, accurate documentation that supports organizational resilience and effective disaster recovery execution.

How does a disaster recovery technical writer typically collaborate with IT and business continuity teams during documentation projects?

A Disaster Recovery Technical Writer works closely with IT and business continuity teams to gather accurate and up-to-date information on disaster recovery plans, procedures, and protocols. This collaboration often involves attending planning meetings, conducting interviews, and reviewing technical documentation to ensure all recovery steps are clearly documented and compliant with organizational standards. Open communication is key, as writers must translate highly technical details into clear instructions for various audiences. This role also supports regular review cycles and testing exercises, ensuring documentation remains relevant as systems and processes evolve.

What is the difference between Disaster Recovery Technical Writer vs Business Continuity Planner?

Disaster Recovery Technical WriterBusiness Continuity Planner
Creates documentation and manuals for disaster recovery proceduresDevelops and manages comprehensive business continuity plans
Focuses on technical writing skills and clear communicationFocuses on strategic planning and risk management
Requires certifications like CompTIA Security+ or Certified Technical WriterOften holds certifications like CBCP or MBCP
Works in IT, cybersecurity, and technical environmentsWorks across business units, including IT, operations, and management

While both roles involve disaster preparedness, the Disaster Recovery Technical Writer primarily produces technical documentation for recovery procedures, whereas the Business Continuity Planner develops strategic plans to ensure overall business resilience.

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Infographic showing various Disaster Recovery Technical Writer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 25% Full Time, and 75% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $81,001 per year, or $38.9 per hour.

Disaster Recovery Architect

Tulsa, OK • On-site

Donato Technologies, Inc
IT Services • 51 - 200 employees
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PURPOSE OF THE CLASSIFICATION: Under general direction performs as the technical expert designing, defining, planning, developing, and coordinating the implementation of the disaster recovery and business continuity for the enterprise, including identification of key data and business entities, the relative inter-dependencies, systems standards, and governance methodologies; and other related assigned duties.
 
ESSENTIAL TASKS:
• Provides enterprise level leadership and architectural direction and guidance for large scale Information Technology (IT) projects, creating a future vision of the City’s disaster recovery and business continuity
• Develops, maintains, and implements business continuity, crisis management, disaster recovery strategies and solutions, including risk assessments, business impact analysis, strategy selection, and documentation of Business Continuity (BC) and Disaster Recovery (DR) procedures
• Plans, conducts, and debriefs regular mock-disaster exercises to test the adequacy of existing plans and strategies, updating procedures and plans regularly
• Analyzes impact on, and risk to, essential business functions or information systems identifying acceptable recovery time periods and resource requirements
• Analyzes corporate intelligence data identifying trends, patterns, or warnings indicating threats to security of people, assets, information, or infrastructure
• Creates or administers training and awareness presentations or materials, including scenarios to re-establish operations from various types of business disruptions
• Identifies opportunities for strategic improvement or mitigation of business interruption and other risks caused by business, regulatory, or industry-specific change initiatives
• Develops IT Disaster Recovery plans and Continuity of Operations Plans (COOP) determining the required process to mitigate potential impacts and restore normal operations to organizations impacted by human-caused or natural outages or disasters
• Supervises staff supporting IT architectural initiatives and administers related budget and planning functions
• Assists with building Cyber Resilience strategies and driving transformations for clients
• Must report to work on a regular and timely basis Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.
 
QUALIFICATIONS: Training and Experience: Must meet one of the following options or an equivalent combination of training and experience per Personnel Policies and Procedures
 
1.
(a) Completion of one-hundred and twenty (120) hours from an accredited college or university; and,
(b) Six (6) years of experience in information technology disaster recovery, business continuity, project management, engineering, or architecture in a medium to large organization relevant to the essential tasks listed in this job description; or,
 
2.
(a) Completion of sixty (60) hours from an accredited college or university; and,
(b) Eight (8) years of experience in information technology disaster recovery, business continuity, project management, engineering, or architecture in a medium to large organization relevant to the essential tasks listed in this job description
 
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills: Comprehensive knowledge in all phases of application technology and multi-tier and service-oriented architectures; comprehensive knowledge across business related applications, security and multiple technologies and integrated interactions; comprehensive knowledge of enterprise class networking, server, storage, and data center recovery solutions; and comprehensive knowledge of cloud-based disaster recovery and business continuity solutions. Ability to define architecture standards at the enterprise level; ability to perform research and analyze complex issues providing effective solutions; ability to demonstrate technical expertise and business acumen, influencing business decisions; ability to train and supervise subordinate personnel engaged in technical architecture work; ability to manage through ambiguity, organizing information from multiple sources; ability to interface with customers and technical staff, mediating customer requirements with system capabilities, providing optimal business value; ability to manage IT projects, testing, documentation and planning; ability to define and articulate complex system and data flows to departmental and City leaders, demonstrating strong leadership skills; ability to deliver results while working with remote, virtual, and cross-functional teams without direct authority, ability to prioritize multiple complex tasks, working under stressful conditions with multiple directives; and the ability to utilize the highest level of interpersonal skills in order to understand, select, develop and motivate internal and external customers.
 
Physical Requirements: Physical requirements include arm and hand steadiness and finger dexterity enough to use a keyboard and telephone; occasional lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds; occasional pushing and pulling up to 10 pounds; may be subject to walking, standing, sitting, reaching, balancing, bending, kneeling, handling, smelling, and twisting; and speech and hearing sufficient to perform the essential tasks.
 
Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid Oklahoma Class “D” Driver License.
 
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Working environment is primarily indoors in an office setting; remote and telecommuting supported for this position and may require from travel to various City locations to meet with internal and external customers.