Thorough knowledge of FFIEC's Business Continuity Management framework.
Strong background in Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, and Operational Resilience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all management levels.
In-depth understanding of key functions, processes, and resources of U.S. Financial Institutions.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Project Management tools.
Responsibilities
Maintain and update Valley Bank's Incident & Crisis Management (ICM) documentation and policies as per industry standards.
Lead cross-department ICM teams and provide 24/7 support during emergencies.
Conduct risk assessments and oversee post-incident analysis for continuous improvement.
Deliver training and develop communication strategies for ICM teams and stakeholders.
Collaborate with business leaders and third-party vendors to ensure disaster recovery readiness.
Participate in audits and stay updated with best practices and regulatory requirements.
Benefits
Comprehensive health insurance packages.
401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
Paid time off and holiday pay.
Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
Flexible work environment and options.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Maintain and update Valley Bank's Incident & Crisis Management (ICM) plan, policies, and documentation in alignment with industry standards and regulations.
Lead and coordinate cross-department ICM teams, including activation of the framework during emergencies and providing 24/7 support when required.
Conduct risk assessments, scenario planning, and resiliency exercises; oversee post-incident analysis, evaluations, and continuous improvement.
Deliver training and workshops for employees and ICM teams; manage communication strategies and protocols for internal and external stakeholders.
Collaborate with business leaders, governance teams, and third-party vendors to review plans, validate alternate site programs, and ensure disaster recovery readiness.
Participate in audits, examinations, and resiliency projects while staying current with best practices and regulatory requirements.
Required Skills:
Thorough knowledge & understanding of FFIEC's Business Continuity Management framework.
Strong background in Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery and Operational Resiliency knowledge.
Strong written & verbal communications skills and the ability to interface with all levels of management.
Strong background and understanding of US Financial Institutions key functions, processes and resources.
Proficient in MSOffice Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Project Management applications).
Required Experience:
High School diploma or GED and 5 years of experience developing, implementing and managing incident and crisis management programs for financial institutions.
Certified Business Continuity Planner (CBCP) or similar industry certification.
Preferred Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in a related field, Financial Industry or Banking background.
Master Business Continuity Planner (MBCP) or similar industry certification.
About USAmeriBancorp
Valley National Bancorp, doing business as Valley Bank, is a regional bank holding company headquartered in Wayne, New Jersey with approximately $42 billion in assets. Its principal subsidiary, Valley National Bank, currently operates over 230 branch locations in northern and central New Jersey, the New York City boroughs of Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens, as well as Long Island, Florida, and Alabama. Valley Bank holds approximately $29 billion in assets.
,Valley Bank is one of the largest commercial banks headquartered in New Jersey.
