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The Disaster Recovery (DR) Architecture Specialist
The Disaster Recovery (DR) Architecture Specialist will provide expert leadership to lead, review, refine, and update Eskoms 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 34 |
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 46 |
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 23 |
Maturity Assessment Report | Current vs target state analysis | Word / PPT | Month 12 |
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