Lead Disaster Recovery Manager
Overview:
Introduction:
This program is designed to prepare participants for the certification exam by focusing on essential skills for leading recovery efforts in the aftermath of crises. The role of a Lead Disaster Recovery Manager is pivotal in orchestrating swift and coordinated responses to mitigate the impacts of disasters. With a focus on minimizing downtime and restoring critical systems, this training equips participants with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in this essential role.
Program Objectives:
By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
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Recognize the connections between business continuity planning, information security, and other IT frameworks and sectors.
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Master the ideas, strategies, tactics, and procedures involved in the creation and efficient administration of a disaster recovery plan.
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Understand how to interpret ICT Disaster Recovery plans in the unique setting of a company.
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Learn how to assist a company in efficiently planning, implementing, managing, monitoring, and maintaining disaster recovery (DR) services based on best practices.
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Obtain the knowledge necessary to assist a company in putting a best practices-based Disaster Recovery Plan into action while preparing for the certification exam.
Targeted Audience:
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Specialists or consultants in the field of disaster recovery aiming to master relevant ideas and procedures pertaining to recovery techniques.
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Managers responsible for establishing a disaster recovery strategy in a business.
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Individuals in charge of upholding the organization's requirements for disaster recovery.
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Team members directly involved in disaster recovery efforts.
Program Outlines:
Unit 1.
Understanding Disaster Recovery Principles and Frameworks:
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Exploring the fundamentals of disaster recovery planning.
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Understanding the relationship between business continuity planning, information security, and disaster recovery.
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Recognizing the importance of disaster recovery plans in mitigating organizational risks.
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Examining different disaster recovery frameworks and best practices.
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Identifying key components of an effective disaster recovery plan.
Unit 2.
Developing a Disaster Recovery Plan:
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Steps involved in creating a comprehensive disaster recovery plan.
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Strategies for assessing and prioritizing critical systems and data for recovery.
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Tactics for establishing recovery objectives, timelines, and resource requirements.
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Procedures for documenting and communicating the disaster recovery plan.
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Implementing testing and validation processes to ensure plan effectiveness.
Unit 3.
Interpreting ICT Disaster Recovery Plans:
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Understanding ICT-specific considerations in disaster recovery planning.
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Analyzing and interpreting ICT Disaster Recovery plans within organizational contexts.
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Evaluating the alignment of ICT Disaster Recovery plans with overall business objectives.
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Identifying potential gaps or areas for improvement in ICT Disaster Recovery strategies.
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Collaborating with IT teams to enhance the effectiveness of ICT Disaster Recovery plans.
Unit 4.
Implementing Disaster Recovery Services:
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Planning and executing the implementation of disaster recovery services.
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Managing resources and stakeholders during the implementation phase.
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Monitoring and maintaining disaster recovery services according to best practices.
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Addressing challenges and obstacles encountered during implementation.
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Continuously improving and optimizing disaster recovery services based on feedback and lessons learned.
Unit 5.
Putting Disaster Recovery Plans into Action:
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Guidelines for executing a disaster recovery plan during an actual disaster or disruptive event.
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Coordinating response efforts and communication channels during a crisis.
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Deploying resources and initiating recovery procedures according to predefined protocols.
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Evaluating the effectiveness of the response and making necessary adjustments.
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Conducting post-mortem reviews and documenting lessons learned for future improvements.