Sr Staff Program Manager - Governance & Compliance

Job Description Summary

Looking to make a global impact and solve problems?

Through relentless innovation and continuous collaboration with our customers, GE Gas Power, part of GE Vernova, is providing more advanced, cleaner, and efficient power that people depend on today and building the energy technologies of the future.

What impact you'll make:

As a Director, Program Management in the Power IT GRC function, you will be an active contributor to the Power segment's technology governance, SOX assurance and the multi-year control rationalization and automation roadmap with clear KPIs/KRIs.

Job Description

What you'll do

• Establish governance framework: Design and implement the overall IT governance structure using established frameworks to standardize processes and decision-making.

• ERP controls leadership: Establish a unified ERP controls program for SAP ECC and Oracle EBS aligned to the ERP transformation, including SoD governance, access/configuration standards, automated controls, and pre-/post-implementation assurance.

• Mature key control domains: Advance non-ERP control areas (Identity and Access Management/Privileged Access, SDLC/DevOps change, and IT operations) with a focus on control rationalization, standardization, and automation.

• Develop and enforce policies: Create, maintain, and enforce IT policies and procedures for security, data management, access control, and other areas to ensure continuous compliance.

• Manager risk: Lead risk assessment activities to identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks associated with IT systems, including cybersecurity threats and data breaches.

• Lead compliance audits: Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external audits. Coordinate audit responses, manage remediation efforts for any identified control deficiencies, and gather necessary evidence.

• Ensure regulatory adherence: Monitor changes in industry-specific regulations and laws, such as SOX, NIS2, and GDPR, and update company policies to maintain compliance and avoid penalties.

• Oversee training and awareness: Develop and deliver training programs for employees and stakeholders to increase understanding of compliance obligations and best practices.

• Provide reporting: Deliver regular reports to senior management and executive leadership on IT risk posture, compliance status, and the effectiveness of control measures.

• Experience: Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 8+ years in IT GRC/Audit, or managing IT Operations, with progressive leadership experience, including building and leading teams, or equivalent experience/knowledge.

• Strategic thinking: Ability to align technical decisions with business objectives and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Analytical skills: Strong problem-solving and quantitative analysis skills to identify control gaps, assess risk, and prioritize remediation.

• Continuous improvement: Curiosity, first-principles problem solving, and a metrics-driven mindset.

• Communication: Executive-ready written and verbal communication; ability to translate complex topics for technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Leadership: Proven ability to build teams, drive consensus, and influence change across IT, Finance, and business partners.

• AI governance and enablement: Demonstrated leadership in responsible AI policy and practical use to increase productivity while protecting sensitive data.

• Tooling, budget, and vendor management: Experience defining tooling strategy and roadmaps, managing budgets, and leading vendor selection and performance.

• Certifications: CISA strongly preferred; CISM/CRISC/COBIT; CPA/CIA/ISO 27001 Lead Auditor a plus.

• ERP risk expertise: Mastery of SoD rulebook governance across SAP and Oracle, with clear risk acceptance/mitigation strategies.

• Audit/exam leadership: Evidence readiness, regulator interactions, and smooth audit execution.

• Data-driven storytelling: Insightful risk assessment, concise, executive-ready materials, and compelling narratives.

• Our compensation & benefits are designed to help you manage your personal and family needs, while rewarding high performers. We offer a robust benefits package depending on your employment status and your national requirements.

• A healthy, balanced lifestyle can mean different things to different people. We've created programs that support the way you live and work today.

• GE invests to provide opportunities to grow your career by providing a path for continued on-the-job learning and development.