Hiring: AI Governance Director Company: Cotiviti Location: United States Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 13:44:37 Target Skills & Keywords : AI, Change Management, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management About the job Experience: •10+ years of progressive leadership experience in technology governance, risk management, compliance, legal, product oversight, or a related field within a complex, regulated environment. •5 years of experience in one or more of the following areas: AI, data, or technology governance: regulatory compliance, risk management, or audit readiness; oversight of complex, cross‑functional technology or product programs; or responding to external inquiries such as client audits, RFPs, regulatory requests, or attestations. Required Skills: •Provide enterprise‑wide oversight of AI governance by developing and recommending AI governance standards, reporting expectations, and evidence‑collection processes to ensure responsible use, regulatory readiness, and ongoing compliance monitoring across business units. •Maintain and periodically update AI governance policies, standards, procedures, and supporting documentation to address evolving technologies, regulatory requirements, industry standards, and business needs. •Serve as the enterprise coordinator and governance lead for AI‑related client, regulatory, and third‑party inquiries by managing intake, triage, response coordination, and delivery of accurate and reporting across business units and corporate functions. •Coordinate and support executive and Board-level reporting regarding AI governance, risk management, regulatory developments, and program maturity. •Chair or co‑chair the AI governance committee and oversee AI intake and risk‑tier review processes to ensure consistent governance decisions and visibility across the organization. •Maintain a centralized, audit‑ready inventory of AI use cases, including risk assessments, approvals, testing artifacts, limitations, and records retention. •Provide oversight of post‑deployment monitoring by tracking required attestations, mitigation actions, and compliance status while business units remain responsible for execution. •Provide governance guidance on external demonstrations or disclosures of AI capabilities to protect intellectual property, security posture, and contractual commitments. Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree or higher required in one of the following fields: Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Data Science, Law, Public Policy, Risk Management, or a related discipline. •Advanced degree strongly preferred, such as a Juris Doctor (JD), Master’s degree, or equivalent graduate education, particularly in law, technology, data, policy, or risk‑related fields. •Minimum of 5 years of experience in one or more of the following areas: AI, data, or technology governance: regulatory compliance, risk management, or audit readiness; oversight of complex, cross‑functional technology or product programs; or responding to external inquiries such as client audits, RFPs, regulatory requests, or attestations. •Demonstrated experience coordinating across business, legal, compliance, and technical teams to establish standards, manage risk, and support enterprise decision‑making. •Deep and proven experience with AI governance concepts, risk‑tiering models, post‑deployment monitoring, and audit‑ready documentation. •Preferred Certifications: IAPP Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional (AIGP), IAPP privacy certifications (e.g., CIPP and/or CIPM), ISO/IEC 42001 Lead Implementer or Lead Auditor (AI Management Systems), ISACA certifications (e.g., CISA and/or CRISC), or another risk, audit, or compliance certifications relevant to technology governance. •Strategic Thinking: Anticipates emerging AI technologies, regulatory developments, and organizational impacts to develop governance frameworks that balance innovation, compliance, and business objectives. •Critical Analysis: Evaluates complex AI systems, policies, regulations, and ethical considerations to identify risks, assess impacts and recommend practical governance solutions. •Judgment and Decision-Making: Exercises sound judgment when balancing legal, ethical, operational, and business considerations to guide responsible AI adoption and risk management. •Problem Solving: Identifies AI governance challenges, investigates root causes, evaluates alternatives, and implements scalable solutions that support organizational objectives. Compensation: •$130,000 - $180,000 / year •Competitive benefits and rewards package •This role is eligible for discretionary bonus consideration Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!