IT Disaster Recovery Analyst
About the role
MISO is seeking an IT Disaster Recovery Analyst II to support and strengthen our enterprise Disaster Recovery (DR) program. In this role, you’ll help ensure compliance, improve recovery processes, and enhance the resilience of critical technology systems. You’ll collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to document recovery requirements, coordinate testing, and implement solutions that support regulatory standards.
Responsibilities
Developing and maintaining disaster recovery plans to ensure timely restoration of critical systems, applications, and data
Planning and executing disaster recovery exercises, simulations, and tabletop tests
Monitoring and evaluating DR tools, technologies, and processes for effectiveness and compliance
Partnering with stakeholders to define recovery objectives, strategies, and priorities based on business impact analysis
Creating training materials and providing guidance to teams involved in recovery efforts
Documenting lessons learned, incident reports, and recommending improvements following tests or real events
Contributing to broader business continuity and resilience initiatives
Supporting and enhancing compliance efforts, including NERC CIP-009 program improvements
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in a related field OR five (5) years of relevant experience
Experience in disaster recovery planning, implementation, and testing (enterprise environment preferred)
Solid foundation in infrastructure and network fundamentals (routing, switching, firewalls, load balancers), with exposure to cybersecurity preferred
Qualifications
Appropriate level will be determined based upon experience and knowledge
Skills
Transformative innovation is happening in the electric industry, from digitalizing homes and distributed resources to renewable energy and an ever-changing grid
MISO manages the electricity grid, runs a robust energy market, and plans for a bright future
The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $85,000 - $101,000 USD annually
The position is also eligible for an annual bonus if individual performance and company objectives are met
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including 401k, vacation, sick and safe time, available on your first day of employment
Pay
The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $85,000 - $101,000 USD annually.
Schedule
Position is full-time.