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Develop and execute the enterprise Disaster Recovery and Technology Resilience strategy. * Establish DR governance, policies, standards, and recovery frameworks. * Define and maintain recovery ...

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How much do disaster resilience jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for disaster resilience in Virginia is $52.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41.92 and $60.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Disaster Resilience job focuses on preparing for, responding to, and recovering from natural and man-made disasters. Professionals in this field develop strategies to reduce risks, strengthen infrastructure, and ensure communities, businesses, and governments can withstand and adapt to disruptions. They may work in emergency management, urban planning, public policy, or environmental science. Their duties often include risk assessments, disaster planning, community outreach, and coordination with various agencies to enhance resilience efforts.

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

To thrive in Disaster Resilience, you need expertise in emergency management, risk assessment, and project planning, often backed by a degree in emergency management, public health, or a related field. Familiarity with GIS software, incident command systems (ICS), and certifications such as Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) are highly valuable. Strong problem-solving, effective communication, and stakeholder engagement skills set outstanding professionals apart. These abilities are critical for developing, implementing, and coordinating strategies that reduce risk and promote rapid recovery during and after disasters.

What are some of the main challenges faced by professionals working in disaster resilience roles?

Professionals in Disaster Resilience often encounter challenges such as coordinating efforts across multiple agencies, responding to unforeseen emergencies, and developing strategies that balance short-term response with long-term recovery. They must quickly analyze evolving risks and adapt plans in real time, sometimes working in high-pressure situations or disaster-impacted environments. The role typically involves frequent collaboration with local governments, emergency services, NGOs, and community stakeholders. Successfully meeting these challenges requires both technical expertise and strong interpersonal skills, offering an engaging and impactful career path for those passionate about public safety and community well-being.

What are the most commonly searched types of Disaster Resilience jobs in Virginia?

The most popular types of Disaster Resilience jobs in Virginia are:

Infographic showing various Disaster Resilience job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 91% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,551 per year, or $52.2 per hour.

IT Disaster Recovery Manager

Dollar Tree

Chesapeake, VA • On-site

$120K - $135K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago


Dollar Tree rating

4.4

Company rating: 4.4 out of 10

Based on 2,519 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

37th of 39 rated national retailers


Job description

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.
"This position is for full-time, onsite employment at the Family Dollar Chesapeake, VA Store Support Center."
General Summary:
The IT Disaster Recovery Manager is responsible for developing, governing, and continuously improving the enterprise Disaster Recovery (DR) and technology resilience program across retail stores, distribution centers, corporate offices, data centers, cloud platforms, and critical third-party providers. This strategic leadership role ensures the organization's ability to recover critical business operations following cyber incidents, technology failures, natural disasters, supply chain disruptions, or other business interruptions. The role partners closely with Cybersecurity, Infrastructure, Application Development, Store Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and Executive Leadership to establish a mature resiliency program aligned with business objectives.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
Strategy & Governance
  • Develop and execute the enterprise Disaster Recovery and Technology Resilience strategy.
  • Establish DR governance, policies, standards, and recovery frameworks.
  • Define and maintain recovery objectives (RTOs and RPOs) for all critical business services.
  • Present program maturity, risks, and readiness metrics to executive leadership and governance committees.
  • Align DR capabilities with business continuity, cyber resilience, and operational risk programs.

Disaster Recovery Program Management
  • Maintain enterprise-wide disaster recovery plans for:
    • Retail stores, Distribution centers
    • Corporate Offices
    • Data centers
    • Cloud environments (Azure/AWS)
    • Critical SaaS applications
  • Ensure recovery plans remain current and tested.
  • Establish recovery tiers and service prioritization for business-critical applications.

Testing & Exercise Management
  • Lead annual and quarterly DR exercises.
  • Conduct:
    • Tabletop exercises
    • Technical Failover tests.
    • Cyber recovery simulations
    • Executive crisis exercises
  • Validate recovery capabilities against business requirements.
  • Drive remediation of identified gaps.

Cyber Resilience & Incident Recovery
  • Partner with Security Operations and Incident Response teams to support cyber recovery planning.
  • Develop ransomware recovery and clean-room recovery procedures.
  • Validate backup integrity and immutable backup strategies.
  • Support crisis management during significant cyber incidents.

Infrastructure & Cloud Resilience
  • Partner with infrastructure teams to ensure:
    • High availability architecture
    • Data replication strategies
    • Backup and recovery solutions
    • Multi-region cloud resilience
  • Evaluate disaster recovery readiness for new technology deployments.

Vendor & Third-Party Resilience
  • Assess disaster recovery capabilities of critical vendors and service providers.
  • Incorporate resilience requirements into contracts and vendor governance processes.
  • Support third-party risk management assessments.

Regulatory & Compliance Support
  • Support compliance initiatives including:
  • PCI DSS
  • SOX
  • NIST CSF
  • ISO 22301
  • Cyber Insurance requirements
  • Maintain evidence of DR testing and recovery readiness.

Position Requirements:
Required
  • 8-12+ years in Disaster Recovery, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Business Continuity, or Technology Operations.
  • Experience supporting large-scale retail environments (1,000+ stores preferred).
  • Experience with cloud environments (Azure, AWS).
  • Strong knowledge of backup, recovery, and business continuity methodologies.
  • Experience leading enterprise-wide DR testing.
  • Retail-Specific DR Experience including:
    • Store Operations
    • Supply Chain & Distribution
    • E-Commerce
    • Corporate Functions
  • Soft Skills:
    • "Exceptional" crisis management, communication, and cross-functional leadership abilities.

Preferred Certifications:
  • Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP)
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
  • Disaster Recovery Institute International Certification
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)

"Projected Salary Range: $120,000 - $135,000".
Family Dollar is an equal opportunity employer and committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We are committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Full time
510 Volvo Parkway,Chesapeake,Virginia 23320
IT Security
Family Dollar

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With Dollar Tree and Family Dollar, we put value front and center for our customers. We do this by providing our customers with quality merchandise, amazing values, convenience, and a fun shopping experience. Whether you’re looking for the thrill of the hunt at Dollar Tree or shopping for your favorite brands at Family Dollar, you’re sure to find savings on a great selection of merchandise in our stores.

Industry

Retail

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Chesapeake, VA, US