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For more than three decades, Strategic Data Systems (SDS) has been a software consultancy firm specializing in strategy, technology, and business transformation for Fortune 100 companies, mid-sized firms, and startups. At SDS, we empower our development teams to address our clients' critical business challenges by leveraging cutting edge technologies. If you seek a workplace where your contributions are truly appreciated, then SDS is the company for you. Join us today to work alongside fellow development specialists and become a crucial part of our dynamic and cohesive community.
 
Job 1856 – Business Continuity Analyst
Location: Cincinnati, OH (Downtown | Onsite/Hybrid as required)

We are seeking a Business Continuity Analyst to support enterprise-wide resilience initiatives within a regulated financial environment. This role sits within the Enterprise Resilience Office (ERO) and plays a critical hands-on role in ensuring the organization’s readiness across Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Response & Recovery, and Operational Resilience programs.

The ideal candidate is highly adaptable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with new systems and large datasets. You will partner closely with Lines of Business (LOBs) to guide them through the Business Continuity lifecycle, ensure data integrity, and support governance and testing activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for Business Continuity plan coordinators across Lines of Business.
• Drive execution of annual Business Continuity initiatives, ensuring timely completion of deliverables.
• Support users in the Fusion Framework System, including training, troubleshooting, and adoption.
• Perform data validation, comparison, and quality reviews to ensure accuracy and integrity of resilience data.
• Conduct expert reviews of submitted Business Continuity strategies, risk assessments, BIAs, and plans.
• Assist with planning, execution, and documentation of Business Continuity exercises and activations.
• Track open action items and follow up with stakeholders to ensure resolution.
• Support ERO team members during real-world disruptions or incidents, as needed.
• Participate in governance activities and continuously identify opportunities for risk reduction and process improvement.
• Collaborate effectively across teams while managing deadlines and competing priorities.

Required Skills & ExperienceMust-Have Skills

• Adaptability and comfort learning new systems; hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves mindset
• Strong analytical and data management skills (comparison, validation, reconciliation)
• Experience with Fusion Framework System and/or Salesforce
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, data manipulation)

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Collaborative, team-oriented working style
• Proactive mindset with strong ownership and follow-through
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (IT, Business Operations, Logistics, Emergency Response, Event Planning, or related)
• Experience or academic exposure to Business Continuity, Operational Resilience, Emergency Management, or Disaster Recovery
• Prior experience in a financial institution or highly regulated environment preferred
• Demonstrated organizational, facilitation, and stakeholder-management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Windows-based tools
• Ability to learn, apply, and teach Enterprise Resilience concepts to others

 
What You'll Get
 
SDS, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
 

• Competitive base salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Optional life and disability insurance provided
• 401(k) with a company match and optional profit sharing
• Paid vacation time
• Paid Bench time
• Training allowance offering
• You'll be eligible to earn referral bonuses!

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