Technology Governance Manager

Zions Bancorporation’s Enterprise Technology and Operations (ETO) team is transforming what it means to work for a financial institution. With a commitment to technology and innovation, we have been providing our community, clients and colleagues the best experience possible for over 150 years. Help us transform our workforce of the future, today.

We are seeking a Technology Governance Manager to join Zions Bancorporation. This position ensures our technology practices comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards, drives technology governance strategy, and promotes a culture of compliance and risk management across the organization. It significantly impacts the integrity and security of technology operations, ensuring exceptional service to clients and the community.

The Technology Governance Manager will:

• Partner across teams to analyze, adopt, and implement technology governance frameworks and policies.
• Ensure and enable compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and industry standards through clear guidance and effective controls.
• Support and continuously improve the governance function across all technology domains using data‑informed practices.
• Establish and oversee SDLC governance and third‑party technology risk practices to ensure vendor solutions and delivery align with internal controls and regulations.
• Identify, rationalize, and implement common control frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF/800‑53, ISO/IEC 27001, COBIT), including leveraging shared control libraries, to enable reusable, standardized controls that satisfy multiple regulatory and policy requirements.
• Design and lead the implementation of automation and AI‑enabled solutions to enhance governance activities.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to embed governance practices into technology initiatives and projects.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on technology governance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Oversee the development, maintenance, and accessibility of governance‑related documentation, including clear, plain‑language guidance where appropriate.
• Provide guidance, training, and support to staff and partners on governance policies, standards, and procedures.
• Build and manage relationships with external auditors, regulators, and other oversight bodies.
• Communicate and advocate for the value of technology governance and its role in delivering business outcomes.

Requirements:

• Substantial experience in technology governance, risk management, or compliance (typically 6+ years), including partnering with software engineering and platform teams to embed governance practices into the software development lifecycle.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks and industry standards (e.g., ISO, NIST), ideally with experience supporting technology and software engineering organizations.
• Experience leading risk assessments, audits, and compliance reviews for technology services, applications, or platforms.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders, including engineers, product managers, and business leaders.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISA, CRISC, CGEIT) are a plus but not required.
• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent experience; advanced degree welcomed but not required.

We recognize that skills and experience can be developed through many career paths. If you meet most of the requirements and are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply.

Visa Sponsorship:
This Technology Governance Manager is currently not eligible for employment visa sponsorship (e.g., H-1B visa). This includes, for example, situations where a candidate may have temporary work authorization while enrolled in school or upon graduation (e.g., CPT, OPT) but would need H-1B visa sponsorship within a few years of employment in order to maintain employment eligibility.

This position is fully in office (5 days a week) at the Zions Technology Center - 7860 South Bingham Junction Blvd, Midvale, UT 84047

The Zions Technology Center is a 400,000-square-foot technology campus in Midvale, Utah. Located on the former Sharon Steel Mill superfund site, the sustainably built campus is the company’s primary technology and operations center. This modern and environmentally friendly technology center enables Zions to compete for the best technology talent in the state while providing team members with an exceptional work environment with features such as:

• Electric vehicle charging stations and close proximity to Historic Gardner Village UTA TRAX station.
• At least 75% of the building is powered by on-site renewable solar energy.
• Access to outdoor recreation, parks, trails, shareable bikes and locker rooms.
• Large modern cafe with a healthy and diverse menu.
• Healthy indoor environment with ample natural light and fresh air.
• LEED-certified sustainable building that features include the use of low VOC-emitting construction materials.

Benefits: 

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance - START DAY ONE! 
• Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA) and dependent care accounts
• Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing, competitive compensation in line with work experience
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees
• Employee Ambassador preferred banking products

Apply now if you have a passion for impactful outcomes, enjoy working collaboratively with co-workers, and want to make a difference for the clients and communities we serve.