Technical Owner - Applications/Platforms

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world’s leading businesses. We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people—Kyndryls—that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.

The Role

Are you ready to join the team of software engineering experts at Kyndryl? We are seeking a talented Software Engineering Technical Specialist to contribute to our IT compliance space and provide critical skills required to become the primary technical authority for Applications and Platforms as a Technical Owner.
As a Technical Owner, you will be the single point of accountability for the technical integrity, architecture, security, privacy, and governance compliance of an application, platform, or service across its full lifecycle.

This role ensures that the asset is accurately documented, risk assessed, approved, controlled, and auditable in alignment with enterprise governance standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices

At Kyndryl, we value effective communication and collaboration skills. When you recognize opportunities for business change, you will have the ability to clearly and persuasively communicate complex technical and business concepts to both customers and team members.

Key Responsibilities

1. End-to-End Ownership & Governance

• Act as the primary technical authority for the application/platform.
• Ensure lifecycle governance from onboarding through operation to decommissioning.
• Maintain audit readiness and ensure compliance with enterprise policies and regulatory standards.

2. Architecture & Design Compliance

• Ensure solutions align with enterprise architecture principles and standards.
• Lead or support architecture reviews and address findings prior to production deployment.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of system architecture, integrations, and dependencies.

3. Risk, Security & Compliance Management

• Identify, assess, and manage technical and security risks.
• Ensure adherence to security controls, regulatory requirements, and internal compliance frameworks (e.g., SOX, audit controls).
• Track and remediate risk findings, vulnerabilities, and audit observations.

4. Privacy & Data Protection

• Ensure proper handling of personal and sensitive data in accordance with global privacy regulations.
• Maintain accurate documentation of data processing, storage, and flows.
• Coordinate remediation of privacy risks and ensure updates when system scope or usage changes.

5. System of Record & Documentation

• Maintain accurate system records, including ownership, lifecycle status, integrations, vendors, and data classification.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for audits, compliance reviews, and governance inquiries.

6. Access Management & Controls

• Define and enforce role-based access models aligned with the principle of least privilege.
• Ensure proper access approval workflows, periodic reviews, and audit compliance.
• Support identity and access governance processes.

7. Vendor & Third-Party Management

• Identify and manage third-party dependencies associated with the platform.
• Provide technical inputs for vendor evaluations, contracts, and due diligence.
• Support third-party risk assessments and ensure mitigation of identified risks.

8. Audit & Assurance Support

• Support internal and external audits by providing evidence and documentation.
• Review control effectiveness and ensure timely closure of audit findings.
• Maintain alignment with IT control frameworks and assurance requirements.

As a Senior Software Engineering Technical Specialist, you will also coach and mentor engineers to address IT compliance. This is an opportunity to make a real impact and contribute to the success of Kyndryl's IT audit readiness. Join us and become a key player in our team of software engineering experts!

Your Future at Kyndryl
Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. We have opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.

Who You Are

You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• 8+ years of experience in IT governance, risk management, compliance, and enterprise application lifecycle management.
• Proven track record as a Technical Owner / Compliance Lead, ensuring end-to-end accountability for application governance, architecture integrity, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong experience in enterprise architecture alignment, including leading design reviews and ensuring adherence to architectural standards and integration best practices.
• Extensive expertise in IT GRC frameworks, including implementation and management of controls aligned with SOX, SOC, ISO 27001, and internal audit requirements.
• Demonstrated ability in risk identification, assessment, and remediation, including vulnerability management and audit finding closure.
• Hands-on experience in data privacy and protection, ensuring compliance with global regulations and maintaining accurate data flow and classification documentation.
• Skilled in identity and access management (IAM), including role-based access control design, periodic access reviews, and audit-compliant access governance.
• Experience managing third-party/vendor risk, including technical due diligence, risk assessments, and mitigation tracking.
• Strong exposure to audit and assurance processes, supporting internal/external audits, preparing evidence, and ensuring control effectiveness.
• Adept at maintaining system documentation, inventory accuracy, and audit readiness across the application lifecycle.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, collaborating with architecture, security, risk, audit, and business teams to drive compliance outcomes

Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field

- Candidates holding certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CISM, CISSP, CIPP/CIPM, CCSP, TPRM, or TOGAF will be preferred.

Being You

The “Kyn” in Kyndryl means kinship, which represents the strong bonds we have with each other, our customers and our communities. We focus on ensuring all Kyndryls feel included and we welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We believe in growth, and we’re excited to see what you can bring. At Kyndryl, employee feedback has told us that our number one driver of employee engagement is belonging. That sense of belonging — being a valued, respected, trusted member of the team — is fundamental to our culture and fueling great experiences for our customers. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you the ability to thrive and contribute to our culture of empathy and shared success. That’s The Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

Your career with us isn’t just a job—it’s an adventure with purpose. We offer a dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture that supports your well-being and empowers you to grow. Our Be Well programs are thoughtfully designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social health—because we know that when you feel your best, you do your best.

From your very first day, you’ll dive into impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on every day. You won’t just contribute—you’ll make a difference, tackling meaningful projects that sharpen your skills and fuel your growth.

We’re here to champion your journey. With powerful tools to chart your career path, personalized development goals aligned with your ambitions, and continuous feedback to keep you inspired and on track, you’ll have everything you need to thrive and evolve. You’ll develop in-demand skills to grow your career and achieve your ambitions with access to cutting-edge learning opportunities—from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands-on experiences. And through it all, you’ll be part of a culture that values empathy, restless learning, and a devotion to shared success.

We want you to thrive here—and we’re committed to helping you do just that. Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape what’s next.

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