Sr. Director - IT Governance, Strategy & Innovation

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain enterprise IT and digital strategy to ensure alignment with corporate objectives and regulatory expectations
• Establish and oversee a value-based product portfolio framework to link digital initiatives to measurable business outcomes and KPIs
• Lead the enterprise PMO with a vision to transform it into a Value Delivery Office (VDO) focused on benefits realization
• Design and operate IT governance models covering investment approval, architecture standards, and risk management
• Own IT compliance oversight for the utility business, ensuring adherence to regulatory, audit, and cybersecurity requirements
• Manage the IT budget, including planning, forecasting, and regulatory IT budget justification for rate cases
• Establish frameworks to identify, incubate, and scale innovation in areas such as AI, data, and emerging technologies
• Lead and mentor strategy, governance, and innovation teams while partnering with executive stakeholders

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Engineering, Business, or a related field
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in IT or digital leadership
• Progressive leadership experience in IT strategy, governance, or digital transformation
• Demonstrated experience building and operating value-based portfolio and product management models
• Proven track record of managing large, complex budgets, including regulatory or externally scrutinized funding
• Strong understanding of regulatory environments, audit processes, risk management, and internal controls
• Exceptional executive communication and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Business, or a related field
• Prior experience working within regulated industries such as utilities, energy, healthcare, or financial services

Benefits

• Competitive base salary ranging from $218,000 - $272,000
• Generous performance-based bonuses
• 12% 401(k) match
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development and clear career-advancement pathways

About the Company

Avangrid, Inc. is a leading energy company in the United States, working to meet the growing demand for energy through service, innovation, and continued investments in grid infrastructure and energy generation. A member of the Iberdrola Group, Avangrid operates major networks and power businesses, serving millions of customers across the nation.