Business Continuity Analyst

About The Role

The Business Continuity Analyst is an important member of the overall risk management function for Symetra. This role is tasked with supporting and implementing the Business Continuity Management (BCM) program lifecycle, which includes working with business units to perform business impact analyses (BIA), assisting in business continuity plan (BCP) development, conducting and evaluating BCP exercises, promoting program initiatives through training and awareness, and maintaining emergency preparedness activities.

What You Will Do

• Support the execution of the business continuity program, facilitating the annual business impact analysis, assisting in business continuity plan development, and designing, organizing and facilitating business continuity exercises.
• Implement project management best practices to keep internal projects on track.
• Act as a consultant to internal business stakeholders throughout the organization to lend business continuity subject matter expertise and support.
• Champion business continuity management awareness throughout the enterprise.
• Support emergency preparedness program maintenance.
• Collaborate with key internal partners such as Technology Resilience, Vendor Management, and Workplace Services in cross-functional initiatives.
• Support maintenance of BCM program tools, reports, and dashboards.
• Support business interruption event monitoring and reporting.
• Develop understanding of relevant laws, regulations and best practices.
• Assist in developing relevant employee communications regarding emergencies, disasters and personal preparedness.
• Support various regulatory filings and due diligence requests.

Why work at Symetra

At Symetra, you'll be part of a community with purpose, making a meaningful difference. The company emphasizes a supportive environment where employees can grow professionally and personally.

What We Offer You

Symetra provides comprehensive benefits designed to enhance both work and home life, including:

• Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements.
• 401(k) plan with immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%.
• Paid time away, including vacation, sick time, flex days, and ten paid holidays.
• Company matching for community donations to double your impact.

For more details, refer to the Symetra Benefits Overview.

Compensation

Salary Range: $79,900 – $133,200 plus eligibility for annual bonus programs.

Who You Are

• College degree or equivalent work experience.
• 2-5 years of cumulative, relevant professional experience.
• Strong understanding of business continuity, emergency response, and/or risk management practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively with various business teams and levels of the organization.
• Excellent project management, planning, and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Creative and innovative mindset focused on continuous process improvement.
• Strong communication, presentation, and writing skills addressing various audiences.
• Ability to facilitate large and small group sessions ensuring success through preparation and attention to detail.
• Experience working with business continuity management platforms or demonstrated ability to rapidly learn and adopt new software tools.
• Proven competencies in conflict resolution, adaptability and coordination.
• Must be able to work as a part of a team or independently.
• Ability to work outside regular business hours to support actual business interruptions.
• High school diploma required.

We empower inclusion

Symetra is committed to being the most inclusive insurance company, fostering an environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute. They embrace diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives to build a stronger, more innovative company.

Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom

Symetra is a national financial services company guided by principles of Value, Transparency, and Sustainability. They aim to provide competitive products and services, communicate openly, and operate resiliently. They are committed to community engagement, employee development, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).

Work Authorization

Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and maintain authorization throughout employment.

Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements

As a remote-first organization, Symetra requires employees to have a minimum internet speed of 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload. Permissible internet types include Fiber, Cable, or DSL. Satellite, cellular broadband, or wired dial-up are not allowed. Applicants will be asked to test and confirm their internet connection meets these standards.

Identity Verification

Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. Candidates will be required to be on video for all interviews after the initial phone screen. Affirmative steps will be taken to verify a candidate's identity to prevent fraudulent employment seeking, with non-compliance leading to disqualification, job offer withdrawal, or termination.

Key skills/competency

• Business Continuity Management (BCM)
• Business Impact Analysis (BIA)
• Business Continuity Planning (BCP)
• Emergency Preparedness
• Risk Management
• Project Management
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Regulatory Compliance
• Crisis Management
• Data Analysis & Reporting