The Disaster Recovery (DR) Architecture Specialist

SUMMARY:
The Disaster Recovery (DR) Architecture Specialist

POSITION INFO:
The Disaster Recovery (DR) Architecture Specialist will provide expert leadership to lead, review, refine, and update Eskom's IT Disaster Recovery Strategy and associated capabilities. The services will include: Assessment of current DR maturity across applications, infrastructure, and services Alignment of DR strategy with Business Impact Analysis (BIA), RTOs, and RPOs Design and standardisation of resilient architecture patterns (HA, redundancy, failover, hybrid cloud\/on-prem) Development and enhancement of DR plans, frameworks, and standards Establishment of governance, assurance, and continuous improvement mechanisms Enablement of operational readiness, including roles, procedures, and escalation models Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) KPI Measure Target\/Outcome DR Strategy Review Completion Approved updated DR strategy Within agreed timeline DR Plan Coverage % of critical systems with documented DR plans ≥ 95% coverage DR Testing Effectiveness % of successful DR test outcomes ≥ 90% success rate BIA Alignment % of systems aligned to RTO\/RPO targets ≥ 95% alignment Documentation Quality Compliance to ISO\/NIST frameworks Full compliance Integration Integration with risk, BC, cyber frameworks Fully integrated Knowledge Transfer Number of internal team members trained Defined per plan Deliverables (Format and Timelines) Deliverable Description Format Indicative Timeline DR Strategy Document Updated and approved DR strategy aligned to standards MS Word \/ PDF Month 3-4 DR Architecture Framework Reference architecture for resilience and recovery Visio \/ PPT Month 3 DR Plans, procedures and runbooks Standardised recovery plans for critical systems Word \/ Excel Month 4-6 DR Testing Strategy Testing methodology and schedule Word \/ PPT Month 3 DR Test Reports Results of simulations and tests Word \/ PDF Quarterly Governance Framework DR governance and integration model Word \/ PPT Month 2-3 Maturity Assessment Report Current vs target state analysis Word \/ PPT Month 1-2 Training & Knowledge Transfer Workshops and documentation PPT \/ Training material Ongoing Technical Requirements Strong understanding of: IT Disaster Recovery and IT Service Continuity Enterprise Architecture frameworks Hybrid cloud (Azure\/AWS), on-prem infrastructure Backup and recovery technologies High availability and failover solutions Cybersecurity integration with DR Data protection and compliance requirements Infrastructure platforms (servers, storage, networks) ▪ Automation and orchestration tools in DR environments Skills Requirements DR strategy development and architecture design Stakeholder engagement and executive communication Risk assessment and mitigation planning Governance and compliance alignment Analytical and problem-solving capabilities Facilitation of workshops and training sessions Qualifications Relevant degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Engineering Industry certifications (preferred): ISO 22301 Lead Implementer \/ Auditor ISO\/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer \/ Auditor TOGAF or equivalent Enterprise Architecture certification Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP) or equivalent