Business Continuity Consultant Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the business continuity consultant position.

Previously, I was responsible for business Continuity Planning documentation and training to all employees having a need to understand the Business Continuity Planning process.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• People Communications, Presentation, Project Management, Analytical Mind set
• Attended BCM Training
• Knowledge of or experience in Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery preferred though not mandatory as OJT will be provided
• Experience creating continuity strategy and process flows for people, process, and technology
• Experience in business continuity and disaster recovery, risk management and business analysis
• Client service orientation and exceptional customer facing skills across a diverse range of stakeholders
• Demonstrated expertise in the successful delivery of transformation, change management, and business process reengineering
• Broad general knowledge of IT systems and infrastructure

In response to your job posting for business continuity consultant, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for leadership to lines of business to execute the Enterprise Business Continuity program, focusing specifically on Third Party continuity.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Identifying and conveying business continuity gaps which place our organization at risk
• Facilitating annual risk management program with business leaders
• Analyzing and determining potential gaps or risks in our controls and processes that could result in non-compliance and have a possible effect on business unit and customer operations
• Developing and recommending changes to policies and procedures to ensure compliance
• Working with those areas of the division and the lines of business that are affected by changing standards, laws and regulations to confirm that appropriate changes are implemented
• Recommending appropriate actions based on analysis of customer/client compliance issues and questions
• Assisting with audit activities, including internal and 3rd party audits, and bank regulatory examinations
• Serving as a contact point for compliance activities, including risk assessments and business continuity, both internally and for clients

Please consider me for the business continuity consultant opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for business continuity subject matter consulting support in audit and regulatory matters; supports business lines in relationships with audit and government regulators on business/technology continuity planning issues.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• In-depth knowledge and experience in managing disruptive incidents (experience with significant, multi-site incidents is preferred)
• Strong knowledge of MS Office Applications including Word, Excel, Access
• Strong knowledge of the organization, systems, and understanding of key functional processes and resources
• Experience with industry risk and control standards (ISO, NIST, COBIT)
• Effective project management skills to execute multiple separate work streams at one time
• BA / BS in Business, Economics, History, Political Science, or related field
• Organizational level program / project management and associated governance experience
• Experience in large scale strategic planning and operations

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the business continuity consultant position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for business Continuity Planning documentation and training to all employees having a need to understand the Business Continuity process.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Strong written and verbal communication, facilitation skills, and developing and delivering executive presentations
• Advanced skills in the Microsoft Office suite of products
• Experience preferably with Federal Government or Military strategic contingency plans and policy
• MA / MS in operational studies, operational design, or strategic planning preferred
• Academic and intellectual curiosity
• Superior project management skills demonstrated through successful leadership of company-wide initiatives
• Developing, maintaining and implementing of business continuity and disaster recovery plans
• Understanding the businesses applications and infrastructure

Please consider me for the business continuity consultant opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for consultative support to multiple business areas with completion of the full Business Continuity Planning life-cycle and enterprise solutions.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Facilitating the planning and documentation of business continuity exercises
• Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP) Certification
• Experience with FFIEC/FBA requirements
• General understanding of laws, regulations (GLBA) and standards (PCI DSS, PA-DSS) governing the financial services industry
• Knowledge of NIST, COBIT, ISO 27001, or similar frameworks
• Experience with AssuranceCM or LDRPS Software
• Solid analytical, written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with information technology and/or business management principles