Executive Director, Digital Governance, Portfolio Management

New York Blood Center

. Establish and lead NYBCe's enterprise IT governance framework, including decision rights, policy standards, and operating cadences .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRye • New York • United StatesLead💰 $255,000 - $265,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in IT governance frameworks, compliance with FDA regulations, and portfolio management within regulated environments. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with executive leadership and regulatory bodies.

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IT Governance FrameworksFDA Regulatory CompliancePortfolio ManagementRisk ManagementProject Management Office (PMO) Practices

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Hard Skills

IT GovernanceRisk ManagementBusiness Process EngineeringPortfolio ManagementData IntegrityComputer Software Assurance (CSA)Audit ReadinessValidation/Qualification PracticesChange ControlDisaster Recovery Planning

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationLeadershipCoachingTeam DevelopmentCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Governance FrameworksProject Management ToolsRegulatory Compliance SystemsContract Management SoftwarePerformance Metrics Reporting

Industry Keywords

HealthcareLife SciencesPharmaceuticalFDA-Regulated EnvironmentEnterprise Risk Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish and lead NYBCe's enterprise IT governance framework, including decision rights, policy standards, and operating cadences
Define and maintain IT policies, standards, and procedures across Infrastructure, AI/Data and Analytics, and Business Analysis/Enterprise Applications
Lead governance forums such as architecture review, change advisory, demand intake, and project prioritization
Manage the Technology Governance Council and align IT governance with enterprise risk appetite and organizational objectives
Own the IT policy lifecycle
Ensure computerized systems comply with FDA and other industry regulations
Own the GxP computerized systems inventory, risk classification methodology, and qualification/validation program
Partner with Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs on SOPs for system validation, change control, and periodic review
Serve as primary IT contact for FDA inspections, internal audits, and regulatory inquiries
Lead enterprise IT portfolio management, including demand intake, prioritization, capacity planning, and investment tracking
Provide executive-level portfolio reporting on status, risk, spend, and value realization
Partner with Finance on IT budget planning, capital/OPEX forecasting, and business cases
Drive consistent project delivery and PMO practices
Support enterprise IT risk assessments, audit readiness, evidence gathering, and issue remediation
Support business continuity and disaster recovery planning for critical systems
Establish technology vendor and software contract governance
Manage company-wide technology contract and billing lifecycles
Support the CIO with Office of the CIO duties
Define and report monthly enterprise technology performance metrics
Represent IT Governance, Compliance, and Portfolio functions in enterprise strategy discussions
Manage the functional lead and team for successful remote events
Serve as technical owner for hardware and software platforms supporting remote events
Build, lead, and develop the IT governance, compliance, project management, and portfolio management team
Establish roles, workflows, and career development paths
Manage performance, coaching, and professional development for direct reports

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related STEM field
12–15+ years of progressive IT experience, including significant experience in IT governance, compliance, risk management, business process engineering, and/or portfolio/PMO leadership
7+ years of experience in a healthcare, life sciences, pharmaceutical, or other FDA-regulated environment
Demonstrated experience with FDA computerized systems requirements, including validation/qualification practices, Data Integrity, and Computer Software Assurance (CSA) principles
Experience establishing or leading enterprise IT governance frameworks, policies, and standards
Experience managing IT portfolios, including demand intake, prioritization, and investment reporting
Experience leading audit readiness activities and managing regulatory inspection support for IT/computerized systems
Strong track record partnering with Infrastructure, Data/Analytics, and Applications teams
Demonstrated ability to communicate governance, risk, and compliance matters to executive leadership
Knowledge of IT governance frameworks, operating models, and policy management
Knowledge of FDA regulatory requirements applicable to computerized systems in regulated healthcare or biologics manufacturing
Knowledge of IT portfolio management, project/product intake, and PMO practices
Knowledge of enterprise risk management, audit readiness, and controls frameworks
Knowledge of vendor and contract management practices, including software licensing and framework agreements
Knowledge of business continuity and disaster recovery planning principles
Ability to establish and lead governance frameworks across a multi-disciplinary technology organization
Ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical, actionable IT controls and processes
Ability to manage complex portfolios spanning infrastructure, data/AI, and business applications
Ability to communicate effectively with executives, regulators, auditors, and technical staff
Any combination of education, training, and experience equivalent to the requirements above

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Employment Opportunity employer
Remote events support and staffing coverage