Head of Technology Governance & Program Management, Senior Vice President

State Street

. Provide independent program execution for technology regulatory and risk transformation initiatives across the GTS organization .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $225,000 - $337,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in managing complex transformation and remediation programs within the financial services industry, with a strong understanding of regulatory landscapes and program management methodologies such as Agile, Six Sigma, and Lean.

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Program ManagementRegulatory ComplianceTransformation InitiativesCross-Border Team ManagementStakeholder Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Program ManagementProject ManagementChange ManagementData MigrationAgile MethodologySix SigmaLean MethodologyBusiness AnalysisRegulatory KnowledgeTransformation Program Execution

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationCommunicationStrategic PlanningProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Project Management ToolsReporting ToolsGovernance Frameworks

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesRegulated EnvironmentThird-Party ManagementCIO CollaborationRisk Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide independent program execution for technology regulatory and risk transformation initiatives across the GTS organization
Manage interdependencies and critical path items while ensuring milestones and strategic end-state objectives are achieved
Collaborate with CIO leadership, second- and third-line teams, and country leaders on alignment and escalation management
Manage dependencies across programs and drive effective outcomes across sources and jurisdictions
Provide reporting to organizational committees, regulators, BRG, and board committees
Manage senior managers responsible for converting gap findings into remediation plans
Manage horizontal risk and governance transformation initiatives
Provide governance across program managers throughout the organization
Manage resources responsible for continuity of program management and detailed execution planning
Ensure effective remediation plans, resourcing, and alignment of commitments with existing programs
Report to the CIO International, Head of GTS Transformation, Risk and Governance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 10+ years of related experience within the financial services industry, including time spent managing in an executive capacity
Demonstrated experience managing complex transformation/remediation programs
Relevant regulated financial services expertise
Understanding of large-scale technology transformation programs
Experience managing cross-border teams across multiple locations
Experience with strong connectivity to regulators is an advantage
Extensive experience managing large, complex third parties
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or relevant work experience is highly preferred
Experience with US regulations and strong working knowledge of European and Asia Pacific regulations
Extensive relevant program management experience, including leading multi-year, cross-functional, or enterprise-wide programs
Understanding of standards-based program management and business analysis practices, including Agile, Six Sigma, and Lean
Demonstrable skills in program and project management tools and methodologies
Strong project planning skills and expertise in large, complex program management across multiple workstreams, releases, and complex data migrations
Extensive background in executing change
Understanding of the regulatory landscape and emerging themes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement savings plan (401K) with company match
Basic life, medical, dental, vision, and long-term disability insurance
Optional additional insurance coverages
Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, short-term disability, and family care responsibilities
Employee Assistance Program
Incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards
Certain tax-advantaged savings plans
Inclusive development opportunities
Flexible work-life support
Paid volunteer days
Employee networks