IT Governance Manager

About Sunflower Bank Sunflower Bank, N.A. is experiencing great growth. Since its founding in 1892, it has been committed to serving its communities and supporting its team members. As a full‑service financial institution, it offers a range of relationship‑focused services to meet personal, business, and wealth‑management objectives. Creating Possibility is more than a mission; it is what the bank does every day for clients and associates. Position IT Governance Manager – Full‑time In this role, the IT Governance Manager acts as a liaison between the bank’s Risk, Audit & Compliance functions and the IT Services department, ensuring that all technology solutions and processes align with regulatory requirements and organizational compliance standards. The manager coordinates IT Services teams to maintain department policies, address audit findings, implement required controls, and ensure ongoing adherence to policies and regulations. The role also oversees IT Services department budget, contract and vendor management activities, partnerships with the Asset Management team on CMDB strategy and governance, and the IT Change Management function, including leading the Change Advisory Board. Responsibilities Ensure adherence to all compliance programs and completion of required training by established due dates. Manage the lifecycle of IT Services policies in partnership with Corporate Risk and IT Services Leadership. Act as the main IT point of contact for Contract and Vendor Management, overseeing budget, contract lifecycle, and vendor‑management activities. Partner with the Asset Management team on CMDB strategy and governance, including inventory management and lifecycle planning. Oversee the IT Change Management function and lead the Change Advisory Board. Liaise between risk, audit, and compliance functions and the IT Services department. Work closely with the CIO, CTO, and Enterprise Architect to drive technical solutions strategy and design. Develop and implement processes and workflows to improve efficiency and compliance in IT areas. Support IT Response, Business Continuity, and Disaster Recovery processes to ensure continuity of IT operations or enterprise restoration when IT services are essential. Maintain systems and applications in alignment with SBNA security controls related to protecting sensitive data under the Gramm‑Leach‑Bliley Act. Adhere to Software Development Lifecycle policies, standards, and processes. Ensure all new assets are identified in the CMDB with complete configuration item data and maintained per Asset Management Policy. Understand responsibilities related to the Bank Secrecy Act, Anti‑Money Laundering Act, and OFAC regulations, including required training and reporting compliance. Education / Experience Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience. 10+ years of IT experience, including substantial experience with IT Service Management and service desk management for mid‑size and large enterprises. Strong learning aptitude and ability to learn new domains, technologies, and managed services concepts. Ability to strategize, plan, and execute short‑ and long‑term goals. Strong written and verbal communication, including technical writing skills. Analytical skills and a sense of structure. IT certifications (ITIL or equivalent) are a plus. Pay Pay is dependent on knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and location. Working Conditions The position requires the ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Employees may spend extended periods sitting or standing, using hands to operate computers or other equipment, and reaching for work‑related tasks. Regular walking, occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, or climbing may be required. The role may involve lifting or moving items weighing up to 10 pounds. Vision requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Benefits Sunflower Bank offers the following benefits: 401(k) Plan with 6% match Health, dental, and vision insurance Company‑paid life insurance Tuition reimbursement Fitness reimbursement Paid time off Volunteer leave Paid holidays Plus many more associate perks and incentives Equal Opportunity Employment Sunflower Bank, N.A. is an equal‑opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr