Overview
We're excited to introduce a brand‑new role within the University: IT Disaster Recovery Lead.
About the Team
As part of the Information Security team, you will join a growing team driving major improvements in Governance, Risk and Compliance, including modernising disaster recovery capabilities. We operate a hybrid working model, with the team on site for a minimum of one day a week.
About the Role
As the Disaster Recovery Lead, you will be the University's subject‑matter expert for IT recovery, responsible for designing, maintaining, and validating the organisation's ability to restore critical digital services following disruption. You will shape the University's resilience posture, influence technology design, and embed recovery expectations into new services, procurement, and change processes. Reporting to the Head of Information Security – Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC), you will work alongside a team of Operational Security Architects and collaborate closely with colleagues in Cyber Security, IT Operations, and Service Delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Leading the University's Disaster Recovery Framework aligned to ISO 22301 and NIST CSF.
* Defining system tiering, RTOs and RPOs for critical services.
* Driving creation, review and testing of recovery plans.
* Owning and optimising backup and restore strategy across all environments.
* Ensuring backup integrity and robust off‑site protection.
* Leading regular recovery exercises and delivering clear improvement actions.
* Providing assurance for audits and regulators.
* Managing recovery‑related risks within the Security Risk Register.
* Acting as technical lead for restorations during major incidents.
* Delivering DR training and awareness sessions.
* Bringing in emerging best practice through sector collaboration.
Key Skills & Experience
* Disaster recovery expert with hands‑on experience restoring critical IT services.
* Strong backup and data protection knowhow across cloud, on prem, and hybrid environments.
* Sharp problem solver able to cut through complexity and drive clear recovery decisions.
* Confident communicator who can influence stakeholders and simplify technical detail.
* Skilled at leading recovery tests, simulations, and incident response restoration activities.
* Solid grasp of risk, compliance, and resilience standards (ISO 22301, NIST CSF).
* Collaborative team player who can bring IT, security, and operations together under pressure.
Equal Opportunity and Diversity
Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from local and international communities, including those from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals. We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support. Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups. Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the attached Job Description for that vacancy.
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