Disaster Recovery (DR) Architect

Disaster Recovery (DR) Architect

Posted 2 days ago by Vallum

Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
United Kingdom

Summary: We're seeking an experienced Disaster Recovery (DR) Architect to lead a significant enterprise DR enhancement initiative. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on execution, focusing on hybrid IT, cloud platforms, automation, infrastructure, and cybersecurity. The architect will collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement a robust DR strategy that ensures resilience in complex technology environments.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the end-to-end delivery of DR strategy engagements, aligning with business continuity goals.
  • Act as the primary liaison for stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and high-quality outcomes.
  • Develop DR strategies covering on-prem infrastructure, multi-cloud (AWS, Azure), and SaaS/PaaS/IaaS services.
  • Create and test realistic recovery scenarios (eg, ransomware, outages, cloud failures).
  • Integrate automation and orchestration into DR workflows.
  • Provide technical guidance on infrastructure, data center recovery, and cyber resilience.
  • Deliver workshops and training to upskill customer teams and embed sustainable practices.

Key Skills:

  • 10+ years in disaster recovery consulting across hybrid IT environments.
  • Experience leading DR initiatives for enterprise-scale organizations.
  • Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), automation, and orchestration.
  • Deep expertise in infrastructure recovery, cyber recovery, and compliance frameworks (ISO 22301, NIST, SOC 2).
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Proven experience designing and facilitating technical workshops.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

We're looking for a seasoned Disaster Recovery (DR) Architect to drive a large-scale enterprise DR enhancement initiative. This role is both strategic and hands-on, requiring expertise across hybrid IT, cloud platforms, automation, infrastructure, and cybersecurity. You'll work closely with stakeholders to design, deliver, and embed a sustainable DR strategy that ensures resilience across complex technology landscapes.

Major Remote role, Occasional Travel to Cambridge if required.

What You'll Do

  • Lead the end-to-end delivery of DR strategy engagements, aligning with business continuity goals.

  • Act as the primary liaison for stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and high-quality outcomes.

  • Develop DR strategies covering on-prem infrastructure, multi-cloud (AWS, Azure), and SaaS/PaaS/IaaS services.

  • Create and test realistic recovery scenarios (eg, ransomware, outages, cloud failures).

  • Integrate automation and orchestration into DR workflows.

  • Provide technical guidance on infrastructure, data center recovery, and cyber resilience.

  • Deliver workshops and training to upskill customer teams and embed sustainable practices.

What We're Looking For

  • 10+ years in disaster recovery consulting across hybrid IT environments.

  • Experience leading DR initiatives for enterprise-scale organizations.

  • Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), automation, and orchestration.

  • Deep expertise in infrastructure recovery, cyber recovery, and compliance frameworks (ISO 22301, NIST, SOC 2).

  • Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

  • Proven experience designing and facilitating technical workshops.

Nice to Have

  • DR/BCP certifications (eg, CBCP, ISO 22301 Lead Implementer).

  • Cloud certifications (AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator).

  • Experience with high-performance compute environments.