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Release 1

This version first released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 1.0.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Evaluate impact of system on business continuity

1.1 Identify business critical functions and the security environment from documentation and from discussion with business area and project team

1.2 Identify critical data and software from documentation

1.3 Assess potential impact of business risk and threats on ICT systems

1.4 Identify and evaluate statutory requirements, commercial requirements and contingency possibilities according to specifications and cost constraints

2. Evaluate threats to system

2.1 Identify threats to the system, considering security analysis and internal and external business environment

2.2 Evaluate risk minimisation alternatives against specifications and cost constraints

3. Formulate prevention and recovery strategy

3.1 Evaluate prevention and recovery options to support critical business functions against business specifications and cost constraints

3.2 Review current operational procedures to ensure adequate risk safeguards and contingency plans are in place

3.3 Submit disaster recovery and prevention strategy to appropriate person for approval

4. Develop disaster recovery plan to support strategy

4.1 Identify and document resources required for disaster recovery according to specifications and cost constraints

4.2 Identify and document processes required for disaster strategy according to project standards

4.3 Identify cut-over criteria before initiating disaster plan

4.4 Document disaster recovery plan and submit to appropriate person for review and sign-off

Skill 

Performance Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 3.2, 4.1, 4.3

• Researches and analyses textual information and technical data/specifications from a range of documentation and sources to inform the development of contingency plans

Writing

3.3, 4.1,4.2, 4.4

• Uses clear and accurate language and formats appropriate to the task to convey explicit technical information, systems data requirements and recommendations

Oral Communication

1.1

• Participates in a verbal exchange of ideas and elicits the view and opinions of others by listening and questioning

Numeracy

1.2, 1.4, 4.4

• Accurately interprets, analyses and documents numerical, financial and technical system data

Navigate the world of work

1.4, 2.1, 3.2, 4.2

• Develops and implements strategies to ensure organisational policies, procedures and regulatory requirements are met
• Monitors and reviews the organisations policies, procedures and adherence to legislative requirements to implement and manage change

Interact with others

1.1, 3.3, 4.4

• Uses relevant communication tools and strategies in building and maintaining effective working relationships
• Influences and fosters a collaborative culture that facilitates a sense of commitment and workplace cohesion

Get the work done

1.1, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.2

• Plans strategic priorities and outcomes within a flexible, efficient and effective context in a diverse environment exposed to competing demands
• Gathers and analyses data and seeks feedback to improve plans and processes
• Addresses complex problems involving multiple variables, using formal analytical, lateral thinking techniques, experience and knowledge to focus in on the root cause

Code and title 

current version 

Code and title 

previous version 

Comments 

Equivalence status 

ICTSAS505 Review and update disaster recovery and contingency plans

ICASAS505A Review and update disaster recovery and contingency plans

Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages

Equivalent unit

Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with ICT Information and Communications Technology Training Package Version 1.0.