IT Governance Manager

Anika Systems is an outcome-driven technology solutions firm that guides federal agencies in solving complex business challenges and preparing for the future. Our services span AI Strategy, Data Intelligence, AI & Machine Learning, Intelligent Automation, Enterprise Platforms and Engineering, with a specialized focus on National Security and Federal Financial programs. We are dedicated to delivering forward-thinking solutions that accelerate the critical missions of our government clients.

Anika Systems is seeking a highly skilled IT Governance Manager to support a federal contract in the Washington, DC area. The selected candidate will contribute to the success of a cross-functional IT communications team, supporting efforts across enterprise architecture and IT governance initiatives. This role is responsible for producing a wide range of documentation including system and process documentation, technical guides, developer-facing resources, and user support materials.

This position is partly on-site in the Washington, DC area and candidates must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a government suitability clearance.

Key Responsibilities

• IT Governance & Strategic Alignment
  • Establish and oversee IT governance frameworks and policies that integrate IT with core business processes and align with organizational objectives.
  • Drive the implementation of enterprise-wide strategies, ensuring that IT investments and initiatives support business goals.
• Enterprise Architecture Development & Standards
  • Collaborate with Enterprise Architecture leads to design and maintain a comprehensive framework covering business, information, application, and technology architectures.
  • Develop and enforce architecture standards and guidelines to ensure consistency, interoperability, and compliance with federal IT regulations.
• Technology Evaluation & Innovation
  • Assess emerging technologies and their potential impact on the enterprise architecture.
  • Recommend strategic adoption of innovative solutions to enhance IT performance and support organizational growth.
• Risk Management & Compliance
  • Identify and mitigate risks associated with IT architecture and governance, ensuring that security and compliance requirements (including CPIC and TBM) are met.
  • Provide executive oversight on risk management initiatives and implement transformative solutions to address gaps.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
  • Engage with internal and external stakeholders-including federal agencies and the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO)-to gather requirements and refine IT investment requests.
  • Mentor team members and facilitate cross-functional collaboration to support organizational change initiatives and process reengineering.
• Performance Measurement & Reporting
  • Define key metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of IT governance and enterprise architecture initiatives.
  • Deliver clear, data-driven reports and dashboards to senior leadership to support informed decision-making and continuous process improvement.
• Project & Process Management
  • Develop and manage comprehensive project plans ensuring the timely and successful delivery of IT governance initiatives.
  • Document governance processes and workflows, assist with Capital Planning and Investment Control (CPIC) processes, and support ongoing federal IT governance and service management activities.

Additional Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on federal IT reporting requirements and support the preparation of portfolio summaries and related documentation.
• Research technical and management aspects of potential IT strategic initiatives to aid in policy evaluation and process improvements.
• Develop white papers, guides, decision papers, and other materials to support operational enhancements and IT customer service initiatives.

Experience

• Minimum of 7 years in Federal IT governance, program management, strategic planning, or enterprise operations.
• Proven ability to manage and enhance governance frameworks, align IT initiatives with business strategy, and implement process improvements.
• Demonstrated success in managing large-scale change initiatives, optimizing performance, and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• ServiceNow experience.

Skills

• Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills.
• Expertise in federal IT governance policies, compliance, and stakeholder engagement.
• Familiarity with federal IT reporting frameworks, including CPIC and TBM.
• Experience working with dashboards and reporting tools to provide actionable insights.

Education

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field