Vector Synergy
IFIB-ACT-SACT-25-01_#18 – BUSINESS CONTINUITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (BCMS) SUPPORT
Vector Synergy, Norfolk, Virginia, United States, 23500
IFIB-ACT-SACT-25-01_#18 – BUSINESS CONTINUITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (BCMS) SUPPORT
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LABOR CATEGORY #1 8
INTRODUCTION Business Continuity Management (BCM) has become essential as a result of an audit conducted by the International Board of Auditors on the lack of policies and standards for BC planning within NATO to ensure the continuous delivery of products and services. This post will be instrumental and unique in providing the required support to the BC Staff Officer for the development and execution of the BC Plan. The existing BC Plans are outdated, inaccurate, and have not been tested or exercised. The lack of BCMS activity has made HQ SACT and subordinate commands non-compliant with ISO requirements and NATO directive. This position is critical to supporting the BC program to meeting compliance and to assist with the Secretary General’s expectation to achieve a World Class BC Program by 2030. Skills, Knowledge, Experience Required
Certification or documentation of Business Continuity training. At least 3 years of experience with a BCMS NATO SECRET Security Clearance or national equivalent Demonstrated proficiency in English as defined in STANAG 6001 (Standardized Linguistic Profile (SLP) 3333 – Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing) or equivalent Skill in maintaining effective working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders to serve as primary or secondary point-of-contact for HQ SACT continuity program and projects. Comprehensive knowledge of the full range of principles, concepts, and methodologies associated with BC program and project management. Writing - Ability to prepare written documentation to transfer technical information about concepts, situations, products, services, or results to audiences with varying levels of technical knowledge. Communication - Skill in clearly and effectively conveying information verbally to senior leadership. Computer Skills - Has the knowledge and ability to use computers and related technology efficiently. Proficient in Microsoft Office products (e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Project, MS Teams, and SharePoint) Duties/role This SOW outlines the tasks and deliverables currently anticipated by the parties during the SOW term. Upon approval, the contractor will provide HQ SACT the following services and products:
Assist the BC Staff Officer maintain the HQ SACT BCMS based on requirements of the NATO BCM Policy and International Standards outlined in ISO 22301 and ISO 22313. Assist the BC Staff Officer in performing risk, threat, and dependency analysis to identify unacceptable levels of risk and single points of failure. Assist the BC Staff Officer with the development and upkeep of BC Plans and Crisis Management Plans. Assist the BC Staff Officer communicate BC Plans across directorates. Assist the BC Staff Officer with developing proof of concept exercises to test BC Plans. Assist the BC Staff Officer with scheduling and execution of BC Plan testing and exercising. Assist the BC Staff Officer with the development of Lessons Identified and Lessons Learned documentation post BC Plan exercises. Assist the BC Staff Officer with providing oversight and assistance to the HQ SACT subordinate commands. Assist BC Staff Officer with upkeep of BC, Emergency Action, Incident Management policy, and training material. Assist the BC Staff Officer with integration of Emergency Action Plans (EAP), Computer and Information System (CIS) Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP), and Incident Management Team (IMT) Pre-planned Responses (PPR) for seamless action and BC Plan implementation. Assist the BC Staff Officer with documentation management. Assist the BC Staff Officer with preparation, coordination, inventory, testing, and communicating of plans actioned by the IMT. Make recommendations for program and process improvement to BC Staff Officer and Branch leadership. Be a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on BC projects, events, documentation, and partnerships. Maintain the BC program functions even in absence of BC Staff Officer. Expected products One (1) comprehensive BC Plan and Crisis Management Plan that includes at a minimum:
An analysis of the threats faced by the HQ SACT and risks thereof; A defined BC Risk Appetite by the HQ SACT Risk Manager; An analysis of the impact on NATO should key processes within HQ SACT be disrupted; One or more strategies to ensure availability of those resources; Plans for each strategy addressing: a. Preparation b. Initiation c. Execution d. Sustainment e. Recovery Awareness, education, training, exercises, and evaluation process for the plan; A lessons learn and continuous improvement process for the plan One (1) Emergency Action Plan review, with updates as necessary, in line with BC Plans Four (4) Workshops with each subordinate command (JFTC/JALLC/JWC)
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IFIB-ACT-SACT-25-01_#18 – BUSINESS CONTINUITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (BCMS) SUPPORT
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Vector Synergy BUSINESS CONTINUITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (BCMS) SUPPORT Location:
Norfolk, VA Security Clearance:
Valid NATO Secret Reference No:
LABOR CATEGORY #1 8
INTRODUCTION Business Continuity Management (BCM) has become essential as a result of an audit conducted by the International Board of Auditors on the lack of policies and standards for BC planning within NATO to ensure the continuous delivery of products and services. This post will be instrumental and unique in providing the required support to the BC Staff Officer for the development and execution of the BC Plan. The existing BC Plans are outdated, inaccurate, and have not been tested or exercised. The lack of BCMS activity has made HQ SACT and subordinate commands non-compliant with ISO requirements and NATO directive. This position is critical to supporting the BC program to meeting compliance and to assist with the Secretary General’s expectation to achieve a World Class BC Program by 2030. Skills, Knowledge, Experience Required
Certification or documentation of Business Continuity training. At least 3 years of experience with a BCMS NATO SECRET Security Clearance or national equivalent Demonstrated proficiency in English as defined in STANAG 6001 (Standardized Linguistic Profile (SLP) 3333 – Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing) or equivalent Skill in maintaining effective working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders to serve as primary or secondary point-of-contact for HQ SACT continuity program and projects. Comprehensive knowledge of the full range of principles, concepts, and methodologies associated with BC program and project management. Writing - Ability to prepare written documentation to transfer technical information about concepts, situations, products, services, or results to audiences with varying levels of technical knowledge. Communication - Skill in clearly and effectively conveying information verbally to senior leadership. Computer Skills - Has the knowledge and ability to use computers and related technology efficiently. Proficient in Microsoft Office products (e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Project, MS Teams, and SharePoint) Duties/role This SOW outlines the tasks and deliverables currently anticipated by the parties during the SOW term. Upon approval, the contractor will provide HQ SACT the following services and products:
Assist the BC Staff Officer maintain the HQ SACT BCMS based on requirements of the NATO BCM Policy and International Standards outlined in ISO 22301 and ISO 22313. Assist the BC Staff Officer in performing risk, threat, and dependency analysis to identify unacceptable levels of risk and single points of failure. Assist the BC Staff Officer with the development and upkeep of BC Plans and Crisis Management Plans. Assist the BC Staff Officer communicate BC Plans across directorates. Assist the BC Staff Officer with developing proof of concept exercises to test BC Plans. Assist the BC Staff Officer with scheduling and execution of BC Plan testing and exercising. Assist the BC Staff Officer with the development of Lessons Identified and Lessons Learned documentation post BC Plan exercises. Assist the BC Staff Officer with providing oversight and assistance to the HQ SACT subordinate commands. Assist BC Staff Officer with upkeep of BC, Emergency Action, Incident Management policy, and training material. Assist the BC Staff Officer with integration of Emergency Action Plans (EAP), Computer and Information System (CIS) Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP), and Incident Management Team (IMT) Pre-planned Responses (PPR) for seamless action and BC Plan implementation. Assist the BC Staff Officer with documentation management. Assist the BC Staff Officer with preparation, coordination, inventory, testing, and communicating of plans actioned by the IMT. Make recommendations for program and process improvement to BC Staff Officer and Branch leadership. Be a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on BC projects, events, documentation, and partnerships. Maintain the BC program functions even in absence of BC Staff Officer. Expected products One (1) comprehensive BC Plan and Crisis Management Plan that includes at a minimum:
An analysis of the threats faced by the HQ SACT and risks thereof; A defined BC Risk Appetite by the HQ SACT Risk Manager; An analysis of the impact on NATO should key processes within HQ SACT be disrupted; One or more strategies to ensure availability of those resources; Plans for each strategy addressing: a. Preparation b. Initiation c. Execution d. Sustainment e. Recovery Awareness, education, training, exercises, and evaluation process for the plan; A lessons learn and continuous improvement process for the plan One (1) Emergency Action Plan review, with updates as necessary, in line with BC Plans Four (4) Workshops with each subordinate command (JFTC/JALLC/JWC)
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