Technical Project Manager - BC / DR Focused (Long Beach)

STAND 8 provides end to end IT solutions to enterprise partners across the United States and with offices in Los Angeles, New York, New Jersey, Atlanta, and more including internationally in Mexico and India

We're seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager with a strong focus on Business Continuity (BC) and Disaster Recovery (DR) to lead strategic planning, coordination, testing, and execution efforts for a critical enterprise initiative. This role is ideal for a results-driven professional who can balance technical depth with cross-functional leadership, ensuring resilience and operational continuity across complex IT ecosystems.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Disaster Recovery (DR) and Business Continuity (BC) strategy, planning, coordination, testing, and execution.

Drive key initiatives in data governance, reporting automation, and data platform modernization.

Partner with internal IT and Information Management teams-including the Network Operations Center (NOC), Security Operations Center (SOC), Infrastructure Operations, Service Desk, Business Applications, and Technology Strategy & Architecture (TSA)-to ensure alignment across all technical and business workstreams.

Manage projects using both Waterfall and Agile / Scrum methodologies, adapting based on project scope and complexity.

Translate complex technical concepts, risks, and outcomes into clear communication for executive and non-technical stakeholders.

Collaborate closely with the TSA team and other IM stakeholders onsite at the Port of Long Beach three days per week.

Qualifications

Proven experience as a Project Manager leading BC / DR initiatives within enterprise environments.

Strong understanding of data governance, reporting automation, and cloud-based infrastructures.

PMP and / or Agile certifications (PMI-ACP, CSM, SAFe) preferred.

Cloud platform experience or certification (AWS or Azure) strongly desired.

Exceptional communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.

Demonstrated ability to foster collaboration across teams while maintaining a high level of accountability.

A balanced mindset of humility, curiosity, and teamwork-driven to deliver results while remaining easy to work with.

Benefits

Medical coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) through Anthem

Dental / Vision / Various Ancillary coverages through Unum

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid-time-off options

Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discount programs through ADP WorkforceNow

Additional Details

The base range for this contract position is $75 - $85 / per hour, depending on experience. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires of this position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered

About Us

STAND 8 provides end-to-end IT solutions to enterprise partners across the United States and globally with offices in Los Angeles, Atlanta, New York, Mexico, Japan, India, and more. STAND 8 focuses on the bleeding edge of technology and leverages automation, process, marketing, and over fifteen years of success and growth to provide a world-class experience for our customers, partners, and employees.

Our mission is to impact the world positively by creating success through PEOPLE, PROCESS, and TECHNOLOGY.

Check out more at www.stand8.io; and reach out today to explore opportunities to grow together!

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