Associate Technical Program Manager, Risk Governance

What We Do

At Goldman Sachs, our Engineers don’t just make things – we make things possible. Change the world by connecting people and capital with ideas. Solve the most challenging and pressing engineering problems for our clients. Join our engineering teams that build massively scalable software and systems, architect low latency infrastructure solutions, proactively guard against cyber threats, and leverage machine learning alongside financial engineering to continuously turn data into action. Create new businesses, transform finance, and explore a world of opportunity at the speed of markets.

Engineering is at the critical center of our business, and our dynamic environment requires innovative strategic thinking and immediate, real solutions. Want to push the limit of digital possibilities? Start here.

Who We Look For

Goldman Sachs Engineers are innovators and problem-solvers, building solutions in risk management, big data, mobile and more. We look for creative collaborators who evolve, adapt to change and thrive in a fast-paced global environment.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Associate Technical Program Manager to lead and oversee our new risk governance program within the engineering division, focusing primarily on Identity and Access Management (IAM). This role requires a strong understanding of risk management principles, IAM best practices, and data analytics. The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring IAM-related risks, tracking action plans, identifying anomalies, and managing sub-working groups contributing to the main IAM oversight committee.

Your Impact:

Joining us as the Associate Technical Program Manager for IAM Risk Governance means having a real opportunity to make a significant impact on our engineering division. You will be at the forefront of ensuring we proactively manage and mitigate risks related to IAM, and you will be instrumental in shaping our security posture. Your work will ensure that our data is protected, our systems are secure, and we're meeting all relevant compliance requirements. You will also work with a diverse team of engineers and security professionals, expanding your network and broadening your skillset.

This high-visibility role offers a chance to showcase your leadership skills to ultimately strengthen our compliance, reduce the likelihood of security breaches, and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of IAM controls. If you are passionate about risk management and want to make a significant impact, apply now to join our dynamic team!

How will you fulfill your potential?

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive risk governance framework for IAM within the engineering division, aligning with overall organizational risk strategy.
• Monitor and analyze IAM-related risks, identifying potential vulnerabilities and threats. This includes proactively identifying abnormalities in access patterns and privileges.
• Track and follow up on action plans to mitigate identified risks, ensuring timely completion and effective remediation.
• Lead and manage sub-working groups focused on specific IAM risk areas, fostering collaboration and communication among stakeholders.
• Develop and deliver regular reports and presentations to the main IAM oversight committee, summarizing risk status, progress on action plans, and emerging trends.
• Utilize data analytics and visualization tools to identify patterns, trends, and anomalies in IAM data, providing actionable insights to inform risk mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and other stakeholders to implement and improve IAM processes and controls.
• Stay current on industry best practices and emerging threats related to IAM and risk management.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of IAM policies and procedures.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required.  Master’s is a plus
• 3-5 years of experience in a technical program management role, with a focus on risk management and/or IAM.
• Proven experience developing and implementing risk governance frameworks.
• Strong understanding of IAM principles, including authentication, authorization, and access control.
• Experience with data analytics and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI). Specify tools if applicable to your organization.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Highly organized, attention to detail and excellent follow through skills.
• Strong sense of ownership and driven to manage tasks to completion.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations (e.g., NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001).
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., PMP, CISSP, CISM).
• Experience with specific IAM technologies
• Technical grounding, i.e. prior grounding in application development and / or technology infrastructure.
   

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