Governance Specialist

Overview

** Telework, however must reside in the Washington D.C. area for requisite onsite work. **

Come join a company that strives for Extraordinary People and Exceptional PerformanceChenega Services & Federal Solutions, LLC, a Chenega Professional Services’ company, is looking for a Governance Specialist to join our team of IT experts at the Federal Housing Finance Agency's (FHFA) Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO). As a key member of our governance team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing enterprise-wide governance frameworks, standards, and policies to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including IT professionals, business units, and stakeholders, to address complex infrastructure issues through Tier 3 and Tier 4 support.

Our company offers employees the opportunity to join a team where there is a robust employee benefits program, management engagement, quality leadership, an atmosphere of teamwork, recognition for performance, and promotion opportunities. We actively strive to channel our highly engaged employee’s knowledge, critical thinking, innovative solutions for our clients.

Responsibilities

• Develop Enterprise Governance Frameworks: Develop and maintain comprehensive governance frameworks, standards, and policies for enterprise architecture, continuity of operations, cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and other relevant areas.
• Ensure Compliance with Regulatory Requirements: Ensure that all IT-related activities, projects, and initiatives comply with regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and organizational policies.
• Collaborate on Enterprise Architecture: Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and maintain an enterprise architecture framework that aligns with business goals, objectives, and priorities.
• Continuity of Operations Planning: Develop and implement continuity of operations plans to ensure the uninterrupted delivery of critical IT services in the event of a disaster or other disruptions.
• Cloud Computing Governance: Ensure that cloud computing initiatives are aligned with enterprise governance frameworks, standards, and policies.
• AI Governance: Ensure that AI-related initiatives are aligned with enterprise governance frameworks, standards, and policies.
• Tier 3 and Tier 4 Support: Provide escalated and highly technical support for complex infrastructure issues through Tier 3 and Tier 4 support.
• Update/Pivot from a Given Plan as Needed: Demonstrate agility in adapting to changing priorities and requirements by updating or pivoting from a given plan to refocus resources elsewhere.
• Maintain Detailed Documentation: Create and maintain detailed documentation of governance frameworks, standards, policies, and procedures.
• Communicate Effectively with Stakeholders: Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including IT professionals, business units, and leadership teams.
• Ensure Compliance with Industry Regulations: Ensure that all governance-related activities comply with relevant industry regulations, standards, and organizational policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience as a senior IT professional.
• Experience with enterprise architecture, continuity of operations, cloud computing, AI, and governance frameworks, including the development and implementation of comprehensive governance plans.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry best practices, including compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and standards.
• Familiarity with Tier 3 and Tier 4 support processes, including escalated and highly technical problem-solving.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced analytical skills: Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex governance issues and develop effective solutions.
• Strong communication skills: The ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including IT professionals, business units, and leadership teams.
• Collaborative mindset: Experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including IT professionals, business units, and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and execute on a day to day basis, while employing a hands on approach.

Final salary determination based on skill-set, qualifications, and approved funding.

Many of our jobs come with great benefits – Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location, and may include the following:

Paid Time Off

PTO / Vacation – 5.67 hours accrued per pay period / 136 hours accrued annually 

Paid Holidays - 11

California residents receive an additional 24 hours of sick leave a year

Health & Wellness

Medical

Dental

Vision

Prescription

Employee Assistance Program

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Life and AD&D Insurance

Spending Account

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Health Reimbursement Account

Dependent Care Spending Account

Commuter Benefits

Retirement

401k / 401a

Voluntary Benefits

Hospital Indemnity

Critical Illness

Accident Insurance

Pet Insurance

Legal Insurance

ID Theft Protection

Teleworking Permitted?

Yes

Teleworking Details

Hybrid, must reside in the Washington D.C. area

Estimated Salary/Wage

USD $105,000.00/Yr. Up to USD $140,000.00/Yr.

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Our wide range of benefit options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. Based on eligibility, benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, wellness programs, income protection, paid leave, and retirement. Positions covered by the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act, Davis-Bacon Act, or a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) will comply with the statute or CBA requirements.

Chenega Corporation and family of companies is an EOE.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Native preference under PL 93-638.

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