CERTIFIED DISASTER-RECOVERY LEAD MANAGER 4P
Lead, Design, and Execute Resilient Disaster Recovery Strategies Across the Enterprise.
Course Schedule
| Venue (InHouse) | Fees |
|---|---|
| At Your Organization Premises | Ask For The Quotation |
Course Introduction
The Certified Disaster Recovery Lead Manager (CDRLM) program equips professionals with advanced knowledge and leadership skills to develop, manage, and improve Disaster Recovery (DR) programs across IT and business operations. This course goes beyond foundational understanding and focuses on creating and sustaining end-to-end recovery plans, crisis response mechanisms, and resilience strategies that align with international best practices such as ISO 22301, NIST, and ITIL.
Participants will learn how to assess vulnerabilities, define recovery objectives, implement DR infrastructure, manage restoration processes, and lead enterprise-wide DR efforts.
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Design and manage disaster recovery frameworks tailored to business needs
- Conduct risk and impact assessments to define RTOs and RPOs
- Implement DR strategies for IT systems, cloud, and critical infrastructure
- Develop and test comprehensive recovery and communication plans
- Lead cross-functional DR teams and manage stakeholder coordination
- Integrate DR with business continuity and cyber resilience programs
Key Benefits of Attending
- Gain recognized leadership credentials in disaster recovery
- Lead high-stakes recovery initiatives during outages or disasters
- Protect data, systems, and business reputation during disruptions
- Prepare for audits, certifications, and regulatory compliance
Intended Audience
- Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Managers
- IT Directors, System Administrators, and CIOs
- Risk & Compliance Professionals
- Information Security Leaders
- Emergency Response & Crisis Managers
- Any professional responsible for continuity or recovery operations
Individual Benefits
- Position yourself as a disaster recovery leader in your organization
- Gain practical skills in real-world recovery planning and testing
- Improve your organization’s downtime response and resilience
- Increase your career potential in high-demand risk roles
Organization Benefits
- Ensure faster recovery of operations and IT systems after disruption
- Minimize financial loss, data compromise, and service downtime
- Improve organizational compliance with DR-related regulations
- Strengthen trust among clients, regulators, and investors
Instructional Methdology
- Hands-on workshops and DR simulation exercises
- Use of DR planning tools and templates
- Case studies from real disasters and incidents
- Interactive lectures, group activities, and quizzes
- Final project and action planning
Course Outline
DETAILED 5-DAY COURSE OUTLINE (CUSTOMIZABLE)
Day 1: Foundations of Disaster Recovery Planning
- Module 1: Introduction to Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity (07:30 – 09:30)
- Module 2: International Standards & Frameworks (ISO, NIST, ITIL) (09:45 – 11:15)
- Module 3: DR Policy, Governance & Leadership Roles (11:30 – 01:00)
- Module 4: Stakeholder Engagement and DR Program Charter (02:00 – 03:30)
Day 2: Risk & Impact Analysis for DR Planning
- Module 1: Threat & Vulnerability Assessments (07:30 – 09:30)
- Module 2: Business Impact Analysis (BIA) – Mapping Critical Functions (09:45 – 11:15)
- Module 3: Defining Recovery Time/Point Objectives (RTO/RPO) (11:30 – 01:00)
- Module 4: Risk Mitigation and Continuity Strategy Alignment (02:00 – 03:30)
Day 3: Designing & Implementing DR Plans
- Module 1: DR Strategy Development – On-Prem, Cloud, Hybrid (07:30 – 09:30)
- Module 2: Recovery Infrastructure – Backups, Failovers, Hot Sites (09:45 – 11:15)
- Module 3: Communication Plans & Emergency Response (11:30 – 01:00)
- Module 4: Documentation & Integration with BCM (02:00 – 03:30)
Day 4: Testing, Training, and DR Program Maturity
- Module 1: DR Testing – Types, Frequency, and Metrics (07:30 – 09:30)
- Module 2: Simulation Exercises and Tabletop Drills (09:45 – 11:15)
- Module 3: Staff Training and Awareness (11:30 – 01:00)
- Module 4: Maturity Models, KPIs, and Continuous Improvement (02:00 – 03:30)
Day 5: Program Oversight, Audits & Final Assessment
- Module 1: DR Program Review, Audit Preparation & Governance (07:30 – 09:30)
- Module 2: Incident Command & DR Activation Procedures (09:45 – 11:15)
- Module 3: Final DR Project Presentation (11:30 – 01:00)
- Module 4: Final Exam, Certification Wrap-Up, and Action Plan (02:00 – 03:30)
Certification
Participants will be awarded the Certified Disaster Recovery Lead Manager (CDRLM) certificate upon successful completion of the course and passing the final exam. The credential reflects advanced competency in leading and managing disaster recovery operations in alignment with global standards.