Business Continuity Planners
Civilian:
Develop, maintain, or implement business continuity and disaster recovery strategies and solutions, including risk assessments, business impact analyses, strategy selection, and documentation of business continuity and disaster recovery procedures. Plan, conduct, and debrief regular mock-disaster exercises to test the adequacy of existing plans and strategies, updating procedures and plans regularly. Act as a coordinator for continuity efforts after a disruption event.
Military:
The military prepares for emergencies or natural disasters by developing detailed warning, control, and evacuation plans. Emergency management specialists prepare emergency plans and respond to all types of disasters, such as floods, earthquakes, hurricanes, or enemy attack.
Job Titles
- Business Continuity Analyst
- Business Continuity and Crisis Management Director
- Business Continuity Coordinator
- Business Continuity Global Director
- Business Continuity Management Director
Nationwide Salary Average*
- Civilian:
- $62,450
- Military:
- $71,956
*Average calculated based on median level of pay
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