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Systems Engineer

1 week ago Trenton, NJ

Job ID Number

R5971

Employment Type

Full time

Worksite Flexibility

Hybrid

Job Summary

We are looking for a motivated System Engineer ready to take us to the next level! If you have strong disaster recovery experience, developed disaster recovery plans based on impact analysis, and are looking for your next career move, apply now.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced System Engineer - Disaster Recovery Specialist for a full-time position to join our team. This role focuses on supporting the Office of Information Technology's Disaster Recovery Unit in creating, implementing, and executing Disaster Recovery Plans for mission-essential systems. The position is hybrid in New Jersey.

What You'll Do

  • Support the Disaster Recovery team in creating, implementing, and executing Disaster Recovery Plans for critical systems impacting various public and private sectors

  • Conduct detailed risk assessments and business impact analysis on infrastructure technology interdependencies

  • Perform client engagement work associating technologies with business processes identified through meetings with internal IT teams, agency partners, and management

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Document the relationships between business impact analysis, risk assessments, and meetings with business owners

  • Prepare and execute Disaster Recovery testing tasks and develop training material related to Disaster Recovery

  • Develop IT DR Plans based on business impact analysis, backup strategy, disaster recovery, emergency procedures, etc.

  • What You'll Need

    • 2 years prior experience working within the lifecycle of Disaster Recovery

    • 2 years experience in building Disaster Recovery Plans

    • 2 years experience conducting business impact analysis

    • 1 year experience with hot/cold/warm sites

    • 1 year experience with high availability/failover planning

    • 2 years experience with IT infrastructure recovery

    • 2 years experience conducting backup assessments

    • 1 year experience with Disaster Recovery Exercises

    • FEMA ICS training/certification

    • Strong knowledge of business continuity management principles, procedures, techniques, and disaster response

    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

    • Strong presentation, facilitation, problem-solving, and analytical skills

    • Knowledge of Microsoft Suite

    Physical Demands

    • Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards

    • Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.

    • Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor

    The pay range for this position is $32 - $37 per hour (USD). Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit packages for this role includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k retirement account access. Employees in this role may also be entitled to paid sick leave as provided by applicable law.

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    Reasonable Accommodation Statement

    If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to application.accommodations@cai.io or (888) 824 – 8111.

    Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement

    CAI is committed to equal employment opportunity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. All employment decisions are based on valid job requirements, including hiring, promotion, and compensation. Harassment and retaliation are prohibited.

    Client-provided location(s): Trenton, NJ
    Job ID: 21748_R5971
    Employment Type: FULL_TIME
    Posted: 2025-08-18T00:00:00

    Perks and Benefits

    • Health and Wellness

      • Parental Benefits

        • Work Flexibility

          • Office Life and Perks

            • Vacation and Time Off

              • Financial and Retirement

                • Professional Development

                  • Diversity and Inclusion