Develop, implement, and continuously improve IT governance frameworks, policies, and procedures that ensure alignment with business goals.
Ensure the proper integration of IT governance with the organization’s overall governance structure.
Regularly review and update governance frameworks to address emerging risks, regulatory changes, and industry best practices.
Monitor compliance with IT-related regulations, laws, and standards .
Work with legal, compliance, and audit teams to ensure IT policies and practices comply with regulatory and legal requirements.
Identify IT-related risks and establish mitigation strategies, focusing on minimizing business disruptions, security breaches, and data privacy concerns.
Conduct regular risk assessments and audits to evaluate the effectiveness of IT controls and governance processes.
Establish and enforce IT policies covering areas such as security, data management, risk management, software licensing, and vendor management.
Oversee the creation and maintenance of IT procedure manuals, guidelines, and best practices.
Ensure that IT policies and procedures are communicated clearly across the organization and adhered to by relevant stakeholders.
Collaborate with senior leadership and business units to ensure that IT strategy aligns with business goals and objectives.
Work with project managers and department heads to ensure that IT investments and initiatives support the organization’s strategic direction and deliver value.
Ensure that key IT projects and initiatives are monitored and evaluated to ensure alignment with governance standards and business priorities.
Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess the effectiveness of IT governance.
Monitor and report on the performance of IT operations, including risk management, compliance, and control effectiveness.
Prepare and present regular governance reports and dashboards to senior management and stakeholders.
Ensure that governance-related issues and risks are promptly communicated and addressed.
Build relationships with key stakeholders, including IT leadership, business executives, auditors, and compliance teams.
Educate stakeholders on the importance of IT governance and the role of compliance in protecting the organization’s assets and reputation.
Ensure transparent communication of governance-related policies, processes, and changes within the IT department and the broader organization.
Lead initiatives for the continuous improvement of IT governance processes, controls, and risk management strategies.
Implement feedback loops, lessons learned, and best practices to enhance governance maturity over time.
Stay informed about emerging governance trends, technologies, and regulatory requirements to keep the governance framework up to date.
Ensure that third-party vendors and partners comply with the organization’s IT governance standards and policies.
Review and assess vendor contracts and service level agreements (SLAs) for compliance with governance and risk management requirements.
Ensure that third-party audits and evaluations are conducted periodically to validate vendor compliance.
Oversee the process for managing IT incidents, ensuring that governance protocols are followed during the response, resolution, and post-incident reviews.
Ensure proper governance in change management processes, ensuring that all IT changes are documented, assessed, and approved per organizational policies.
