GT Independent Technical Assessments ITA) - Independent Technical Assessment Manager

Job Description:

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This role provides leadership within a team accountable for managing unbiased, independent assessments of GT&Os current state technical capabilities as well as the management of horizontal regulatory exams and internal audits and risk assessments across GT&O. Responsibilities include establishment/maintenance of effective partnerships while ensuring an independent viewpoint through proper discipline; Managing the governance and oversight for GTO horizontal issues, exams and audits; Managing routines to review all newly opened GT&O issues for potential horizontal impact and validating that those issues are not duplicative of any existing issues or audits; Creating and managing complex project plans with team and stakeholders for projects and programs as necessary; Leading full issue management of any issues owned by the horizontal team; Creating and managing of dashboard and governance reporting; Performing analysis of data to identify themes and potential common risks across GTO teams; Facilitating remediation and action plan tracking and reporting for Independent Technology assessments, horizontal exams and audits across GTO teams; Assisting executive leaders with activities related to Independent Technology Assessments and Horizontal exams, audits and issues; Documentation and ongoing maintenance of processes owned by the team.

The ITA team conducts in-depth assessments to independently validate technical capabilities and the underlying risks and controls. We strive to drive a culture of proactive risk identification, ongoing improvement, escalation debate within Global Technology. The work is dynamic and provides the opportunity to apply your technical knowledge in leading multiple projects within different technical domains. The ideal candidate has technical and analytical aptitude, leadership and risk management skills, and the ability to leverage a broad network of partnerships across Global Technology. You will have the opportunity to conduct assessments on critical focus areas sponsored by Sr. technology leaders intended to drive operational excellence and enhanced risk management. Leaders in this role will also share their experience and knowledge in coaching and developing members of the team.

Responsibilities:

• Leverage analytical expertise and technology insight to guide and influence senior leadership

• Drive the positioning of technology through an operational excellence and risk‑management lens

• Foster a culture focused on proactive risk identification and long‑term risk mitigation

A successful candidate will:

• Apply strong analytical and technical acumen to evaluate capabilities, processes, and controls

• Perform detailed analytical and technical testing across key Global Technology processes and procedures

• Identify critical risks, control gaps, and opportunities for improvement, grounded in sound risk‑management principles

• Manage complex initiatives with rigor, discipline, and consistent follow‑through

• Analyze data to uncover patterns, common risks, and trends that inform assessment scope across Global Technology

• Engage the right subject matter experts and key stakeholders by leveraging experience, relationships, and organizational awareness

• Influence cross‑functional partners to align on shared objectives and navigate diverse perspectives to determine optimal solutions

• Excel in a highly collaborative, team‑oriented environment

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ Years Experience analytical and technical experience with an ability to navigate the Global Technology organization and assess technical capabilities

• Results-oriented leader wh