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

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates extensive experience in managing complex transformation programs within the financial services industry, with a strong understanding of regulatory requirements and program management methodologies such as Agile and Six Sigma. Proven ability to lead cross-border teams and deliver strategic initiatives while ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Program ManagementRegulatory ComplianceTransformation LeadershipCross-Border Team ManagementAgile Methodologies

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Program ManagementProject ManagementChange ManagementData MigrationBusiness AnalysisAgileSix SigmaLeanStrategic PlanningRisk Management

Soft Skills

CollaborationLeadershipCommunicationEscalation ManagementStakeholder Engagement

Tools & Technologies

Project Management ToolsGovernance FrameworksReporting Standards

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesRegulatory LandscapeTransformation InitiativesCross-Functional ProgramsExecutive 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 success criteria are met by required milestones
Deliver initiatives against a strategic end state
Collaborate with the CIO leadership team, second- and third-line teams, and country leaders
Ensure alignment and escalation management across items
Manage dependencies across programs to achieve outcomes across jurisdictions
Provide reporting aligned with CAO office standards to organizational committees, regulators, BRG, and board committees
Manage senior managers responsible for converting gap findings into remediation plans
Directly manage horizontal risk and governance transformation items
Provide governance to program managers across the organization
Manage resources responsible for continuity of program management and detailed execution planning
Ensure remediation plans and necessary full-time and consulting resources are in place
Align commitments to existing programs
Report to 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 service expertise
Understanding of challenges of running a large-scale Technology transformation program
Experience managing cross-border teams based over multiple locations
Experience with strong connectivity to regulators is an advantage
Extensive experience managing large, complex third parties
Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field, or relevant work experience is highly preferred
Experience with US regulations and strong working-level knowledge of European and Asia Pacific regulations
Extensive, in-depth relevant experience in program management, 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
Insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional 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
Eligibility for certain tax-advantaged savings plans
Inclusive development opportunities
Flexible work-life support
Paid volunteer days
Employee networks