Manager - Business Continuity Management Systems (BCMS) (ISO 22301)

TL;DR

Manager - Business Continuity Management Systems (BCMS) (ISO 22301): Establishing, implementing, and maintaining Space42’s enterprise-wide BCMS aligned with ISO 22301, enterprise risk management, internal controls, and UAE regulatory requirements, with an accent on business impact analysis, continuity and recovery planning, and crisis management integration. Focus on designing and governing BCMS frameworks, running BCMS exercises and corrective actions, and reporting performance and audit evidence to senior management and regulators.

Location: Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Company

Space42 is a UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company integrating satellite communications, geospatial analytics, and AI capabilities.

What you will do

• Develop, implement, and maintain the BCMS framework in accordance with ISO 22301, including BCMS policies, standards, and procedures across business units.
• Lead enterprise-wide business impact analyses (BIA) and facilitate risk assessments for operational disruptions, technology failures, third-party dependencies, supply chain risks, and external threats.
• Develop, maintain, and test business continuity plans (BCPs), disaster recovery plans (DRPs), and crisis management procedures; coordinate alignment with IT and technology recovery capabilities.
• Run the annual BCMS exercise programme (tabletop simulations, scenario drills, crisis exercises, full-scale recovery tests), document lessons learned, and oversee corrective actions to closure.
• Act as a key member of the Crisis Management Team (CMT), support real-time incident coordination, and maintain crisis communication and escalation protocols.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 22301 and UAE regulatory requirements; prepare BCMS performance reports and support internal/external assurance with evidence and remediation tracking.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Risk Management, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 7 to 10 years of experience in business continuity, resilience, risk management, internal audit, assurance, or crisis management (preferably in complex or technology-driven organizations).
• Strong knowledge of ISO 22301, crisis management frameworks, operational resilience principles, enterprise risk management, and risk/control concepts.
• Experience conducting BIAs, developing continuity plans, leading BCMS exercises, and supporting internal audit/assurance or control testing activities.
• Familiarity with IT disaster recovery, cybersecurity resilience, and enterprise risk management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and BCMS or GRC platforms.

Nice to have

• Professional certifications such as CBCI, ISO 22301 Lead Implementer/Auditor, DRII (ABCP/CFCP), or equivalent.
• Experience working in the UAE or Middle East region.
• Background in risk management, internal audit, or assurance.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive medical insurance for you and your family.
• Wellbeing-focused initiatives and resources.
• Hybrid work options tailored to role requirements.
• Discount programs across lifestyle and leisure experiences across the UAE.