IST Governance PM

Job Summary: The IS&T (Information Systems & Technology) Governance Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing governance frameworks compliance and risk management within the IS&T domain. This role involves working closely with crossfunctional teams to ensure alignment with organizational policies regulatory requirements and industry best practices. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT governance project management and risk assessment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop implement and maintain IS&T governance frameworks policies and procedures.

• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory standards such as ISO 27001 NIST GDPR and SOX.

• Lead governance initiatives including risk assessments control testing and compliance monitoring.

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to integrate governance policies into IT and business processes.

• Establish and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) for IT governance and compliance.

• Drive continuous improvement in IT governance practices through research and industry benchmarking.

• Support internal and external audits providing necessary documentation and remediating identified gaps.

• Develop training programs and awareness campaigns to promote IT governance best practices across the organization.

• Monitor and report on IT risks incidents and compliance status to senior leadership.

• Facilitate IT governance committees and working groups ensuring effective decisionmaking and accountability.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelors degree in Information Technology Computer Science Business Administration or a related field.

• 5 years of experience in IT governance risk management compliance or a related area.

• Strong knowledge of IT governance frameworks such as COBIT ITIL and NIST.

• Project management experience with a proven track record of successfully leading governance initiatives.

• Understanding of regulatory requirements related to IT security and compliance.

• Excellent analytical problemsolving and decisionmaking skills.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

• Certifications such as CISA CISM CGEIT PMP or ITIL are highly desirable.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a highly regulated industry such as finance healthcare or government.

• Familiarity with cloud governance and emerging IT risk trends.

• Experience in leading crossfunctional teams in a matrixed environment.