IT Continuity of Operations Planner (COOP)

Koniag Information Technology Services (KITS), a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking an IT Continuity of Operations Planner with a Top Secret clearance to support our Army customer in Huntsville, Alabama. This on-site role will focus on developing and maintaining comprehensive IT contingency planning and disaster recovery strategies to ensure mission-essential functions can continue during disruptions. The ideal candidate will have experience in IT resilience planning, risk assessment, and disaster recovery within government environments. This position requires on-site presence in Huntsville, Alabama.

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

Position Description:

The IT Continuity of Operations Planner will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive IT contingency planning and disaster recovery strategies. Principal responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Develop, implement, and maintain IT contingency and disaster recovery plans across all IT Enterprises
• Conduct thorough risk assessments to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities to IT systems and infrastructure
• Perform business impact analyses to determine critical systems and recovery time objectives
• Develop mitigation strategies to address identified risks and minimize potential disruptions
• Design and implement IT resilience measures to ensure continuity of mission-essential functions
• Coordinate and conduct regular testing of contingency and disaster recovery plans
• Plan and execute tabletop exercises and simulations to validate plan effectiveness
• Develop and deliver training programs to ensure stakeholder preparedness for emergency situations
• Document recovery procedures and protocols for various disruption scenarios
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of existing continuity plans and procedures
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and Army requirements (AR 25-1, AR 25-2, AR 500-3)
• Prepare and submit COOP IT reports according to established guidelines
• Provide monthly status reports, quarterly progress updates, and annual review documentation
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure integrated continuity planning
• Stay current on best practices and evolving standards for IT disaster recovery and business continuity
• Ensure all planning activities adhere to NIST Special Publication 800-34 Rev 1 and DI-MISC-80508B guidelines

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Emergency Management, Business Continuity, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in IT disaster recovery planning, business continuity, or related role
• Experience developing and implementing COOP plans, preferably in a government environment
• Knowledge of risk assessment methodologies and business impact analysis techniques
• Experience with contingency plan testing and exercises
• Top Secret clearance

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Comprehensive understanding of IT continuity of operations and disaster recovery principles
• Knowledge of federal government continuity planning requirements and frameworks
• Experience with risk assessment methodologies and tools
• Familiarity with Army regulations, specifically AR 25-1, AR 25-2, and AR 500-3
• Understanding of NIST guidelines, particularly Special Publication 800-34 Rev 1
• Knowledge of DI-MISC-80508B requirements and documentation standards
• Ability to develop comprehensive continuity and disaster recovery plans
• Experience conducting business impact analyses and determining recovery priorities
• Strong project management skills and attention to detail
• Excellent documentation and technical writing abilities
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience facilitating tabletop exercises and continuity plan testing
• Ability to analyze complex IT environments and develop appropriate recovery strategies
• Understanding of IT infrastructure, systems, and interdependencies
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances
• Willingness to work on-site in Huntsville, Alabama

Desired Skills and Competencies:

• Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or similar certifications
• Experience working with Army or DoD customers
• Knowledge of Army IT systems and infrastructure
• Experience with enterprise risk management frameworks
• Understanding of cybersecurity incident response procedures
• Experience with backup and recovery technologies and methodologies
• Knowledge of cloud-based disaster recovery solutions
• Experience developing and delivering emergency preparedness training
• Familiarity with change management principles
• Experience with automated monitoring and alerting systems
• Knowledge of compliance requirements for federal IT systems
• Experience with business continuity management software tools
• Understanding of supply chain resilience and contingency planning

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The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

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Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.

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