Principal IT Governance & Process Improvement Associate Director

Are you ready to make an impact at DTCC?

Do you want to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a dynamic and supportive team, and receive investment in your professional development? At DTCC, we are at the forefront of innovation in the financial markets. We're committed to helping our employees grow and succeed. We believe that you have the skills and drive to make a real impact. We foster a thriving internal community and are committed to creating a workplace that looks like the world that we serve.

Pay and Benefits:

• Competitive compensation, including base pay and annual incentive
• Comprehensive health and life insurance and well-being benefits, based on location
• Pension / Retirement benefits
• Paid Time Off and Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
• DTCC offers a flexible/hybrid model of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote (onsite Tuesdays, Wednesdays and a third day unique to each team or employee).

The impact you will have in this role:

Being a member of the Identity & Access Management (IAM) Team, the Associate Director will be responsible for leading the delivery of large-scale IAM transformation programs. This involves managing the end-to-end lifecycle of IAM initiatives, from initial strategy and design to implementation and operation. In addition, the Principal IT Governance & Process Improvement Associate Director will ensure that IAM services improve overall user experience while maintaining compliance with relevant policies and regulations.

Your Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the delivery of IAM transformation projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and budget
• Develop and complete IAM strategies that align with the organization's security policies and business objectives
• Collaborate with partners across the organization to identify IAM needs and translate them into technical requirements
• Lead the selection and implementation of IAM tools and technologies
• Manage cross-functional project teams, including architects, analysts, developers, and external vendors
• Communicate project status, risks, and issues to executive leadership and partners
• Provide expertise and guidance on IAM topics, including identity lifecycle management, access governance, single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and privileged access management (PAM)
• Manage the IAM program budget and resources
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the IAM team

Qualifications: 

• Minimum 8 years of related experience
• Bachelor's degree (preferred) or equivalent experience 

Talents Needed for Success:

• Experience leading and managing IT governance initiatives, specifically focusing on Identity and Access Management (IAM), with a demonstrated history of driving IT framework enhancements
• Proven expertise in leading large-scale IAM transformation projects, ensuring they are aligned with both business goals and compliance with industry standards
• Comprehensive understanding of IAM principles, including identity lifecycle management, access governance, single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and privileged access management (PAM)
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing cross-functional project teams comprising architects, analysts, developers, and external vendors, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and budget
• Deep knowledge of IT governance, compliance standards, and industry standards, with the capability to implement effective governance frameworks and ensure IAM solutions adhere to regulatory requirements
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to articulate project status, risks, and issues to executive leadership and collaborate effectively with partners across the organization

The salary range is indicative for roles at the same level within DTCC across all US locations. Actual salary is determined based on the role, location, individual experience, skills, and other considerations. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.