Corporate Vice President - IT Oversight and Governance (PF5)

Location Designation:  Hybrid - 3 days per week

Job Title: Corporate Vice President, IT Oversight and Governance (PF5)

The Corporate Vice President, IT Oversight and Governance leads IT-focused oversight of internal control over financial reporting across Controllers and Finance. The role helps set the direction for control governance and execution, ensuring standards and practices comply with the NAIC Model Audit Rule (MAR) and the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX).

What You'll Bring:

- Help develop and maintain MAR/SOX Program governance, policies, standards and procedures.
- Support the Financial Controls Unit (FCU) Manager in the day-to-day execution of the MAR/SOX Program, with a primary focus on IT controls over financial reporting.
- Lead testing and evaluation of IT general controls, application controls, end-user computing and third-party service provider controls, and support testing of business process controls impacting financial reporting.
- Support materiality assessment and scoping of business processes and IT general controls.
- Partner with business units to drive consistent application of MAR/SOX requirements and with process and control owners on remediation of control deficiencies.
- Evaluate the completeness and accuracy of source data (e.g., extract files, control reports) used in control execution.
- Assess the impact of system implementations and conversions on internal control over financial reporting, ensuring key controls are designed and tested (including user acceptance testing) prior to go-live.
- Help develop and maintain AI governance and controls to support responsible AI use in financial reporting and control processes.
- Proactively collaborate with other risk and control functions (e.g., Risk Management, IT Risk and Security, Corporate Audit, External Auditors) to strengthen the integration of governance, risk and compliance.
- Provide IT risk and control oversight across the broader Controllers and Finance operating activities, including technology changes and process automation.
- Enhance MAR/SOX Program tools, training curriculum, and executive reporting on the state of internal control over financial reporting.
- Support the issuance of SOC 1/2 reports, serving as a liaison with the service auditor through planning, testing, review, and reporting.
- Participate in risk and control committees and working groups as assigned.

What You'll Do:

- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, computer science, IT, or related field.
- CPA, CIA or similar professional certification; CISA, CISSP, CISM or CRISC preferred.
- 4–8 years of experience in roles with IT audit responsibilities.
- Strong knowledge of System and Organization Controls (SOC 1/2) reports is required.
- Understanding key industry frameworks (e.g., COSO, COBIT, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27000 series).
- Knowledge of insurance and asset management businesses preferred.
- Big Four experience is strongly preferred.

Leadership & Competencies:

- Strong organizational skills; able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in planning and performing business and technology walkthroughs, IT risk and control assessments, and documenting test procedures and results.
- Proven ability to partner with business, technology and control functions.
- Demonstrated ability to lead projects and supervise staff and consultants.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey complex IT risks to non-technical leaders, management, and auditors.
- Team-oriented and collaborative, with the flexibility to shift priorities as needed.
- Working knowledge of systems architecture, applications and cloud environments, as well as security and financial reporting risks and controls.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, Visio, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
- Working knowledge of AI tools and related responsible use, risk, governance, and control considerations.

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Pay Transparency

Salary Range: $119,000-$170,000

Overtime eligible: Exempt

Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes

Sales bonus eligible: No

Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual’s experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program.

Company Overview

At New York Life, our 180-year legacy of purpose and integrity fuels our future. As we evolve into a more technology-, data-, and AI-enabled organization, we remain grounded in the values that drive lasting impact.

Our diverse business portfolio creates opportunities to make a difference across industries and communities—inviting bold thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and purpose-driven innovation. Here, you’ll find the rare balance of long-standing stability and forward momentum, supported by an inclusive team that honors tradition while embracing progress.

As a Fortune 100 mutual company, we offer a place to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and deliver solutions that matter. Your ideas drive what’s next, and your growth powers it.

Our Benefits

We provide a full package of benefits for employees – and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work. Click here to discover more about our comprehensive benefit options or visit our NYL Benefits Site .

Our Commitment to Inclusion
At New York Life, fostering an inclusive workplace is fundamental to who we are and how we serve our communities. We have a longstanding commitment to creating an environment where individuals can contribute their best and succeed together. This foundation is rooted in our core values of humanity and integrity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported. By embracing a broad range of perspectives and experiences, we achieve greater success and fulfill our promise of providing financial security and peace of mind to families across all communities. Click here to learn more about New York Life’s leadership in this space.​

Recognized as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies, New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism, supported by the  Foundation . We're proud that due to our mutuality, we operate in the best interests of our policy owners. To learn more about career opportunities at New York Life, please visit the Careers   page of www.NewYorkLife.com .

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Job Requisition ID: 95340