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MUFG is seeking a highly skilled Data Backup Subject Matter Expert at Vice President level to join their Corporate Technology team in London. This pivotal role offers you the opportunity to become the technical authority for all data backup technologies across EMEA, ensuring the integrity and security of critical information assets. You will work closely with the Head of Storage, providing expert guidance and oversight on both online and offline storage solutions, while supporting strategic goals and regulatory requirements. MUFG is renowned for its commitment to excellence, offering a supportive environment where your expertise will be valued and nurtured.

Join a globally respected financial institution with a strong focus on collaboration, knowledge sharing, and professional development, where your expertise will directly impact the organisation’s data integrity and compliance.

• Enjoy flexible working arrangements
• Generous pension contributions
• Access to continuous training opportunities that support your growth as a technical specialist within a supportive leadership structure.

Play a key role in shaping the future of data backup technologies across EMEA, contributing to strategic initiatives and building trusted relationships across multiple business areas within MUFG Bank and MUFG Securities EMEA plc.

What you'll do:

As a Data Backup Subject Matter Expert Vice President at MUFG, you will play a central role in safeguarding the organisation’s critical information assets. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve:

• Overseeing the design, implementation, and administration of all data backup systems including associated software and hardware, ensuring robust protection against loss or corruption.
• Monitoring backup success rates meticulously, identifying areas for improvement and driving initiatives aimed at eliminating failures to maintain optimal system reliability.
• Ensuring all systems are updated and maintained according to vendor recommendations, keeping technology current and secure.
• Adhering strictly to IT Risk and Control requirements by developing and implementing operational controls that mitigate risks associated with storage and backup technologies.
• Leading by example in producing comprehensive documentation for all systems, regularly reviewing existing materials for accuracy and relevance to ensure compliance.
• Managing backup operations so that the storage environment consistently meets relevant Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), delivering reliable service to internal stakeholders.
• Guaranteeing that all systems meet stringent security requirements including privileged access control, maintaining high availability and prompt issue resolution.
• Ensuring data backups are captured and retained in line with corporate policies, responding reliably to user requests for restoration of historical data.
• Documenting new services thoroughly and deploying them with Business Continuity Planning (BCP) and Disaster Recovery (DR) considerations at the forefront.
• Identifying areas for improvement by evaluating alternative technologies, maintaining an up-to-date roadmap for upgrades that accommodate expected growth while managing available capacity proactively.