Why Valvoline Global Operations? At Valvoline Global Operations, we’re proud to be The Original Motor Oil, but we’ve never rested on being first. Founded in 1866, we introduced the world’s first branded motor oil, staking our claim as a pioneer in the automotive and industrial solutions industry. Today, as an affiliate of Aramco, one of the world’s largest integrated energy and chemicals companies, we are driven by innovation and committed to creating sustainable solutions for a better future. With a global presence, we develop future-ready products and provide best-in-class services for our partners around the world. For us, originality isn’t just about where we began; it’s about where we’re headed and how we’ll lead the way. We are originality in motion. Our corporate values—Care, Integrity, Passion, Unity, and Excellence—are at the heart of everything we do. These values define how we operate, how we treat one another, and how we engage with our partners, customers, and the communities we serve. At Valvoline Global, we are united in our commitment to: • Treating everyone with care. • Acting with unwavering integrity. • Striving for excellence in all endeavors. • Delivering on our commitments with passion. • Collaborating as one unified team. When you join Valvoline Global, you’ll become part of a culture that celebrates creativity, innovation, and excellence. Together, we’re shaping the future of automotive and industrial solutions. Job Purpose The IT Disaster Recovery (DR) Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining disaster recovery strategies and business continuity plans to ensure the resilience of IT systems and infrastructure. This role requires strong leadership, risk assessment, and technical expertise to safeguard critical business operations in the event of an IT disruption or disaster. How You Make an Impact (Job Accountabilities) <table style="width:728.75pt" border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr style="height:28.55pt"> <td style="width:499.5pt" valign="top"> <ol> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Develop, implement, and manage disaster recovery plans, policies, and procedures to ensure IT resilience. Maintain documentation of DR strategies, procedures, and test results.</li> </ol> </td> </tr> <tr style="height:28.55pt"> <td style="width:499.5pt" valign="top"> <ol start="2"> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Conduct risk assessments and business impact analyses to identify vulnerabilities and critical business function</li> </ol> </td> </tr> <tr style="height:28.55pt"> <td style="width:499.5pt" valign="top"> <ol start="3"> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Collaborate with IT teams to design and implement backup, recovery, and failover solutions</li> </ol> </td> </tr> <tr style="height:28.55pt"> <td style="width:499.5pt" valign="top"> <ol start="4"> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards such as ISO 22301, NIST, and other relevant frameworks</li> </ol> </td> </tr> <tr style="height:28.55pt"> <td style="width:499.5pt" valign="top"> <ol start="5"> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Lead and coordinate response efforts during IT disruptions or disaster events, ensuring minimal impact on business operations</li> </ol> </td> </tr> <tr style="height:28.55pt"> <td style="width:499.5pt" valign="top"> <ol start="6"> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Develop training programs and conduct disaster recovery drills for IT personnel and key stakeholders</li> </ol> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> What You Bring to the Role (Job Qualifications / Education / Skills / Requirements / Capabilities) <ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">10+ years of experience in IT disaster recovery, business continuity, or IT risk management in a supervisory or managerial capacity</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Experience in cloud-based disaster recovery solutions is a plus.</li> </ul> One or more of the following: <ul> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP)</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Disaster Recovery Certified Specialist (DRCS)</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">ISO22301 Business Continuity Management Lead Implementer</li> </ul> Competencies Desired Technical Skills: <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Proficiency in backup, recovery, and high-availability solutions.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, databases, and cloud environments.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Knowledge of best practices related to disaster recovery.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Familiar with Service-Now DRP features as well as CMDB, Service Mapping, Major Incident and risk management</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Familiar with (SAFe) Agile</li> </ul> Soft Skills: <ul type="disc"> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Excellent communication and leadership abilities.</li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Ability to work under pressure and manage crisis situations effectively.</li> </ul> Working Conditions / Physical Requirements / Travel Requirements Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Valvoline Global is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and skills. We strictly prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic. We are committed to ensuring accessibility throughout our recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any stage of the recruitment or selection process, please contact us at:. • Email: [email protected] This contact information is solely for accommodation requests. For inquiries about application status, please use the appropriate channels listed in your application materials. Are You Ready to Make an Impact? At Valvoline Global, we’re looking for passionate and talented individuals to join our journey of innovation and excellence. Are you ready to shape the future with us? Apply today. Requisition ID: 2373

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