Sr. IT Governance Manager

The Mutual Group • Chicago, IA

3d • $125,000 - $150,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Sr. IT Governance Manager, you will play a key role in supporting The Mutual Group (TMG), GuideOne Insurance, and future members by establishing and maintaining governance frameworks that ensure compliance and effective risk management across critical areas such as SOC1 and SOC2 audits, cybersecurity governance, data privacy and retention, IT risks and controls, and performance metrics. This role safeguards IT operations by meeting regulatory, security, and audit requirements while providing transparency through comprehensive governance reporting. Success in this position requires strong leadership, deep expertise in compliance frameworks, and the ability to influence stakeholders across IT and business functions. Work Arrangement: Employees who live within 30 miles of the TMG home office are expected to follow a hybrid or in-office schedule. The initial training period may require additional in‑office days.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• 12+ years' experience in IT
• 8+ years in IT governance, cyber security, compliance, or risk management roles.
• Proven experience leading governance programs in large, complex organizations.
• Strong understanding of IT governance frameworks and compliance standards.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret data and drive decisions.

Nice To Haves

• COBIT, ITIL, PMP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Compliance & Risk Governance Lead IT audit readiness for SOC1, SOC2, and other regulatory requirements.
• Implement and monitor cybersecurity governance policies and controls.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy laws and enforce data retention standards.
• Identify, document, and mitigate IT risks; maintain risk and control frameworks.
• Governance Framework & Metrics Design and maintain IT governance structures aligned with industry best practices (COBIT, ITIL).
• Define and track IT KPIs and metrics to measure governance effectiveness.
• Prepare governance dashboards and reports for executive leadership to enable data-driven decisions.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Provide governance oversight and compliance guidance to IT leadership and business units, ensuring decisions adhere to established policies, risk controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Facilitate governance committees and forums to monitor compliance and risk posture, ensuring accurate reporting and accountability.
• Performance Measurement: Define and track IT governance KPIs and metrics to measure compliance effectiveness and risk posture.
• Deliver clear, actionable reporting through dashboards and governance summaries for executive leadership, enabling data-driven decisions and transparency into IT governance health.
• Program Leadership: Maintain the annual calendar and ensure timely compliance with all security, privacy, and certification programs and initiatives.
• Drive IT audit readiness for SOC1, SOC2, and other regulatory standards, partnering with internal and external auditors to close gaps.
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, and business leaders to confirm adherence to governance standards and compliance frameworks.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Monitor and enforce compliance with IT policies, cybersecurity governance, data privacy regulations, and retention requirements.
• Maintain and strengthen IT risk and control frameworks, proactively identifying and mitigating risks across IT operations and projects.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus incentive plans for eligible team members
• 401(K) retirement plan that includes a company match of up to 6% of your eligible salary
• Free basic life and AD&D, long-term disability and short-term disability insurance
• Medical, dental and vision plans to meet your unique healthcare needs
• Wellness incentives
• Generous time off program that includes personal, holiday and volunteer paid time off
• Flexible work schedules and hybrid/remote options for eligible positions
• Educational assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level