Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a Director of Compliance IT Modernization

Position type: Full time

Duration: FTE

Location: NYC - Hybrid

As a Director of Compliance IT Modernization you will : As the Director of Compliance Technology Modernization, you will be at the helm of a transformative journey—redefining how compliance is architected, delivered, and scaled across a global enterprise. This role is a rare opportunity to lead the modernization of mission-critical compliance screening platforms, transitioning legacy systems into agile, cloud-native solutions that are resilient, scalable, and future-ready. You will be responsible for designing and executing a comprehensive technology strategy that not only meets today’s regulatory requirements but anticipates tomorrow’s challenges. You’ll work at the intersection of technology, risk, and regulation—collaborating with senior leaders across Legal, Risk, Compliance, and IT to ensure that our systems are not only compliant but also intelligent, integrated, and optimized for performance. From architecting cloud transformations and managing complex integrations to building high-performing teams and driving innovation, your leadership will directly impact how we protect the integrity of our financial systems. This is a high-visibility, high-impact role for a strategic thinker and hands-on leader who thrives in complex environments and is passionate about using technology to solve real-world problems. If you’re ready to lead change at scale and shape the future of compliance in financial services, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities: Lead modernization of compliance screening technology platforms like Prime Compliance Manager, FIRCO, and related systems Architect and execute cloud transformation with complete system architecture Coordinate integration activities across multiple partner applications and systems Develop modernization roadmaps ensuring regulatory compliance continuity Collaborate with Legal, Risk, Compliance, and IT teams on platform requirements Manage vendor relationships and technology partnerships Build and lead high-performing compliance technology teams Address existing skills gaps in specialized screening platforms

Required Qualifications: 10+ years' experience in compliance screening technology with expertise in platforms such as Prime Compliance Manager, FIRCO, and other industry-standard screening solutions 5+ years director-level leadership experience Proven track record leading large-scale platform modernizations and cloud migrations Azure cloud platform experience required Experience with data platforms: DataBricks and Snowflake preferred Deep understanding of financial services compliance requirements (AML, sanctions screening, KYC) Strong project management and program delivery capabilities Experience in hybrid deployment environments Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Qualifications: Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field Cloud architecture certifications (Azure preferred) Experience with compliance screening technologies and regulatory reporting systems Background in system integration and API management

The ideal candidate will have: Firco, Prime Compliance Manager, Data Warehousing, Platform Modernization and migrations

Thank you!

Bryan Morris

Executive Vice President

PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range*: $200,000 - $230,000 per year plus bonus

*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).