Process Engineer, Officer

What we are looking for: The ATO Process Engineer is responsible for designing, operating, and continuously improving State Streets enterprise Authorization to Operate (ATO) process, ensuring that application and platform changes meet architecture, security, and operational requirements prior to production deployment. This role acts as a process and orchestration SME across ATO tollgates, partnering with Enterprise Architecture, Security Risk, Production Management, and application teams to deliver a streamlined, compliant, and developer centric path to production. Key Responsibilities ATO Process Ownership & Orchestration Operate and maintain the end to end ATO process, covering Authorization to Design, Authorization to Develop, and Authorization to Operate phases. Orchestrate cross functional activities across ADRB, ARB, ISRMP/CATO, and Production Management to ensure timely and complete ATO outcomes. Act as a primary escalation point for complex or stalled ATO engagements. Governance & Control Enablement Ensure ATO workflows enforce enterprise architecture standards, security controls, and operational readiness requirements prior to production release. Support audit and regulatory expectations by maintaining clear process documentation, defined tollgates, and traceable approval artifacts. Partner with Enterprise Architecture to ensure architectural findings are addressed before ATO issuance. Process Design & Continuous Improvement Analyze ATO demand, cycle time, and bottlenecks to drive process simplification, automation, and standardization. Lead enhancements to ATO tooling and intake workflows, including use of the Developer Productivity Platform (DPP) and supporting systems. Drive adoption of preventative and detective controls embedded within ATO rather than manual, ticket based reviews. Stakeholder Engagement & Enablement Serve as a trusted advisor to application teams, guiding them through ATO requirements and expectations. Facilitate ARB / ATO office hours and provide clear guidance on scope, sequencing, and readiness criteria. Collaborate with architecture, security, risk, and delivery teams to resolve issues efficiently without compromising control objectives. Metrics, Reporting & Transparency Define and track ATO KPIs (cycle time, backlog, rework drivers, demand patterns). Provide regular reporting to ATO leadership and stakeholders on process performance and risks. Required Qualifications Bachelors degree in Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent experience. 4+ years of experience in technology process engineering, governance, or enterprise delivery roles. Strong understanding of SDLC, architecture governance, security risk processes, and production readiness. Proven ability to operate in complex, highly regulated environments. Preferred Qualifications Experience working with ATO, ARB, ADRB, ISRMP/CATO, or similar enterprise approval frameworks. Financial services or large scale enterprise technology experience. Experience improving or automating governance processes using workflow platforms and developer portals. Strong facilitation and stakeholder management skills. Key Competencies Process engineering & systems thinking Governance design with pragmatism Cross functional orchestration Risk aware decision making Executive and developer communication Why This Role Matters at State Street ATO is the enterprise control point ensuring systems are secure, architecturally sound, and operationally ready prior to production. The ATO Process Engineer enables speed with safetyreducing friction while preserving regulatory and architectural integrity. This role is central to State Streets shift toward simplified, platform based, and automated governance. Salary Range: $65,000 - $113,750 Annual The range quoted above applies to the role in the location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the location above, the applicable range could differ. Employees are eligible to participate in State Streets comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans. For a full overview, visit https://hrportal.ehr.com/statestreet/Home. About State Street Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, youll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law. Discover more information on jobs at StateStreet.com/careers Read our CEO Statement Job Application Disclosure: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, youll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law. Discover more information on jobs at StateStreet.com/careers Read our CEO Statement