Deputy Director for Governance, Risk, and Compliance
Date Posted: Sep 11, 2025
Requisition ID: 465314
Location:
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Indiana Office of Technology (IOT):
The Indiana Office of Technology provides cost-effective, secure, consistent, and reliable enterprise-technology services to our partner agencies so they can better serve our mutual customer, the Hoosier taxpayer. IOT will also act as the technology and solution enabler for the State, helping its partner agencies achieve business objectives and innovation.
Role Overview:
In support of Executive Order 25-19 to improve Indiana's information security, the Office of Technology is tasked with developing a Risk and Authorization Management Program (RAMP) policy and protocol for all cloud computing services utilized by the State. This is combined with Senate Enrolled Act 150 directing specific data collection and monitoring of AI-enabled information technology and Senate Bills 459 and 472 directing IOT to collect and process annual public water system vulnerability assessments.
The Deputy Director for Governance, Risk, and Compliance will develop standards, guidelines, and a uniform set of policies for political subdivisions, state agencies, state educational institutions, and the IOT Governance, Risk, Compliance, and Resiliency team. You will also oversee related initiatives.
Salary:
This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $93,002 but may be commensurate with education and job experience.
Use our Compensation Calculator (https://in.accessgov.com/spd/Forms/Page/spd/compensation-calculator/1) to view the total compensation package.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
Assist the IT Director in developing current and long-range direction of technology in accordance with the direction of the agency.
Assist the IT Director in setting policies and procedures, technical standards and methods and priorities for information systems activities.
Develope key governance risk and compliance reports and metrics in the form of KPIs and OKRs mapped to the requirements of SEA150, SB459, SB472 and EO 25-19.
Interface with IOT local government team to include and share data obtained via the HEA1169 legislation with the IOT Security Team.
Provide business requirements from the above legislation and executive order to the various tools teams that administer and maintain the GRC, ITSM and CRM technology stack.
Manage the execution of the RAMP program for IOT.
Facilitate AI reviews in conjunction with originating agency, MPH and IOT operational teams.
Administer software and application review process for all on premise software and third-party integrations in the cloud and on enterprise tools such as browsers.
Interface with IOT vendor management and procurement teams along with IDOA to ensure quarterly and annual reviews are conducted on time and deviations from policies are documented with a defined remediation plan.
Manage the execution of activities within the internal audit and risk management program.
The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours that may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What You'll Need for Success:
Credentials:
a Bachelor's Degree and 1+ year of experience in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field, or
an Associate's Degree and 3+ years of experience in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field, or
at least 5+ years of relevant experience in Information Technology or a related field, applying the below, outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role.
Related certifications and coursework may be considered for education or experience.
Additional qualifications:
Extensive knowledge of information technology, information security, information management, project management, and/or business management.
Ability to bridge technology and business goals to provide productive solutions.
Broad knowledge of all information technology disciplines and general business theory.
Considerable knowledge of the organization and management of state government.
Ability to negotiate complex and large sum agreements with other agencies, divisions and outside vendors.
Effective communication skills.
Ability to frame issues based on the policy implications associated with managing what is otherwise a very technical discipline.
Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.
Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes:
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 in election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
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