Principal, IT Governance

What You'll Do:

This role will be responsible for the development, implementation and oversight of programs within IT. Ensures the overall effectiveness and adherence to the governance framework and ongoing evaluation of IT’s internal control environment.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily.

• Partner cross-functionally to analyze control data and drive continuous improvement in IT delivery processes and control frameworks

• Develop sophisticated dashboards and analytical reports that demonstrate control adherence and highlight strategic improvement opportunities

• Spearhead the development of key performance indicators (KPIs), key risk indicators (KRIs), and advanced metrics to empower IT leadership decision-making

• Design and implement standardized communication templates and executive-level presentation materials that effectively convey complex technical information

• Create comprehensive reports for senior and executive management that drive informed decision-making and strategic planning

• Serve as a trusted advisor to stakeholders on control-related matters, providing clear guidance and recommendations

• Lead multifaceted projects involving multiple systems, ensuring alignment with governance frameworks and regulatory requirements

• Perform comprehensive gap analyses between existing controls and regulatory requirements, mapping processes to industry standards

• Establish and maintain continuous monitoring frameworks to ensure ongoing compliance and control effectiveness

• Provide subject matter expertise across various IT process domains

• Collaborate closely with compliance and internal audit teams to ensure alignment of IT controls with regulatory expectations

• Support remediation activities for identified findings, working with key IT stakeholders to implement effective solutions

• Serve as a governance liaison during regulatory examinations and audit engagements

• Identify and recommend emerging technologies and tools that enhance efficiency, quality, and security across IT systems

• Anticipate emerging risks and proactively develop mitigation strategies

• Lead special IT projects as needed to address organizational priorities

• Apply strategic thinking to complex technical challenges, supporting teams in developing innovative solutions

• Perform other duties as assigned that align with organizational objectives and department needs

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Qualifications:

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions.

• [Required] Strong analytical and data reporting skills

• [Required] Ability to work across multiple levels of management

• [Required] Able to succeed in fast-paced environment with frequent changes

• [Required] Comfortable communicating with both technical and non-technical audiences

• [Required] Takes the initiative to research, learn and deliver; anticipates the play

• [Required] Humble, collaborative, and focused on making sure the entire team succeeds

• [Required] Excellent oral and written communication skills

• [Required] Working knowledge and experience of IT control frameworks and industry standards such as ITIL, COBIT, NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), or similar industry-accepted standards and the principles embedded within them

Technical Skills:

• [Required] Excel

• [Required] PowerPoint

• [Required] Dashboard reporting tools (e.g. Tableau and JIRA)

• [Preferred] Experience with Security and DevOps tools

• [Preferred] Integrated GRC management solutions such as Archer

Education and/or Experience:

• [Required] BS degree in Computer Science, similar technical field, or equivalent practical experience

• [Required] 10+ years of work experience

• [Preferred] Work experience in the capital markets or information technology industry

Certificates or Licenses:

• None required

About Us

The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) is the world's largest equity derivatives clearing organization. Founded in 1973, OCC is dedicated to promoting stability and market integrity by delivering clearing and settlement services for options, futures and securities lending transactions. As a Systemically Important Financial Market Utility (SIFMU), OCC operates under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. OCC has more than 100 clearing members and provides central counterparty (CCP) clearing and settlement services to 19 exchanges and trading platforms. More information about OCC is available at www.theocc.com.

Benefits

A highly collaborative and supportive environment developed to encourage work-life balance and employee wellness. Some of these components include:

• A hybrid work environment, up to 2 days per week of remote work
• Tuition Reimbursement to support your continued education
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Technology Stipend allowing you to use the device of your choice to connect to our network while working remotely
• Generous PTO and Parental leave
• 401k Employer Match
• Competitive health benefits including medical, dental and vision

Visit https://www.theocc.com/careers/thriving-together for more information.

Compensation

• The salary range listed for any given position is exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. If hired at OCC, your final base salary compensation will be determined by factors such as skills, experience and/or education.
• In addition, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.
• We typically do not hire at the maximum of the range in order to allow for future and continued salary growth. We also offer a substantial benefits package as noted on www.theocc.com/careers
• All employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus. Discretionary bonuses are based on various factors, including, but not limited to, company and individual performance and are not guaranteed.

Salary Range

Incentive Range

This position is eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award, for which the target range is listed above (see Incentive Range). The amount of such award, if any, will be based on various factors, including without limitation, both individual and company performance.

Step 1
When you find a position you're interested in, click the 'Apply' button. Please complete the application and attach your resume.  

Step 2
You will receive an email notification to confirm that we've received your application.

Step 3
If you are called in for an interview, a representative from OCC will contact you to set up a date, time, and location. 

For more information about OCC, please click here.

OCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer