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IT Senior Analyst - Disaster Recovery

University of California - San Francisco
United States, California, San Francisco
1855 Folsom Street (Show on map)
Apr 07, 2026
The Senior Analyst, Disaster Recovery is a pivotal role within the Information Technology department, reporting directly to the IT Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Program Manager. The primary duty of this role is to support the formulation, execution, and ongoing refinement of the organization's Disaster Recovery (DR) strategies and protocols. The Senior Analyst will assist in crafting comprehensive disaster recovery plans, conducting regular risk assessments to pinpoint vulnerabilities, and integrating these plans with current IT systems and practices. They will also coordinate and conduct DR tests to ensure the efficacy of recovery strategies, document outcomes, maintain compliance with industry standards, and manage training programs to enhance staff awareness and preparedness for disaster scenarios. In the event of an actual disaster, the Senior Analyst will play a crucial role in managing response and recovery operations alongside the Program Manager, providing both technical and operational support to expedite the restoration of IT functions. Department Description: The Incident Command team within Infrastructure Services operates as a critical support system for the community of medical and health researchers. This team is dedicated to ensuring seamless access to essential IT resources, thereby enabling continuous and vital research work that has a profound impact on human health and well-being. Incident Command's mission is to manage any major IT incidents, such as data breaches or network failures, effectively and swiftly. These incidents could pose potential disruptions to the ongoing research. Operating around the clock, the team's primary objective is to restore standard operations promptly, minimizing any possible disruption to the researchers' work. The Incident Command team collaborates to diagnose the issue, evaluate its potential impact on research activities, strategize an appropriate solution, and oversee the resolution process. The team documents the incident for future learning, ensuring efficient incident management. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree, or four year of experience working in one or more of the following fields: computer science, engineering, computer information systems, etc. Three or more years of experience working in one or more of the following fields: IT incident response, designing and implementing business continuity, disaster recovery or emergency response plans. Profound knowledge of IT systems, disaster recovery planning, and testing methodologies. Ability to identify, analyze, and mitigate potential risks to IT infrastructure. Proficiency in managing and coordinating disaster recovery projects across multiple teams. Strong skills in communicating complex information clearly and conducting effective training sessions. Sharp analytical abilities with a strong aptitude for swiftly resolving issues during crisis situations. Strong written and verbal communication skills and is able to communicate technical information and ideas to diverse community of colleagues and stakeholders. Able to establish and advance positive working relationships and a strong rapport with team members, stakeholders, and customers. Strong organizational skills and can balance competing priorities and support concurrent projects. Strong demonstrated problem-solving skills; scopes solutions based on knowledge of available resources and timelines. Able to ask questions, gather information, evaluate options, and make decisions with integrity. Thinks creatively and proposes innovative ideas, including the incorporation of new technologies or processes. Is able to work with agility in a fast-paced environment. The ability to work onsite in San Francisco. Note: We are not sponsoring Visa's at this time. Licensure/Certification: Disaster Recovery Certified Specialist or DRCP (required) ITIL Foundation (required) DRP-300 IT DR Implementer (required) Certified Business Continuity Professional, CBCP (preferred) About UCSF The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values. In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here. Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Salary Information The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree, or four year of experience working in one or more of the following fields: computer science, engineering, computer information systems, etc. Three or more years of experience working in one or more of the following fields: IT incident response, designing and implementing business continuity, disaster recovery or emergency response plans. Profound knowledge of IT systems, disaster recovery planning, and testing methodologies. Ability to identify, analyze, and mitigate potential risks to IT infrastructure. Proficiency in managing and coordinating disaster recovery projects across multiple teams. Strong skills in communicating complex information clearly and conducting effective training sessions. Sharp analytical abilities with a strong aptitude for swiftly resolving issues during crisis situations. Strong written and verbal communication skills and is able to communicate technical information and ideas to diverse community of colleagues and stakeholders. Able to establish and advance positive working relationships and a strong rapport with team members, stakeholders, and customers. Strong organizational skills and can balance competing priorities and support concurrent projects. Strong demonstrated problem-solving skills; scopes solutions based on knowledge of available resources and timelines. Able to ask questions, gather information, evaluate options, and make decisions with integrity. Thinks creatively and proposes innovative ideas, including the incorporation of new technologies or processes. Is able to work with agility in a fast-paced environment. The ability to work onsite in San Francisco. Note: We are not sponsoring Visa's at this time. Licensure/Certification: Disaster Recovery Certified Specialist or DRCP (required) ITIL Foundation (required) DRP-300 IT DR Implementer (required) Certified Business Continuity Professional, CBCP (preferred)