Assistant Vice President, IT & AI Governance role supporting enterprise-wide governance across technology, risk, and emerging AI initiatives.
This person will build and lead a modern governance framework across IT and Artificial Intelligence, ensuring strong alignment with business priorities, regulatory expectations, and enterprise risk management practices.
This is a highly cross-functional role working closely with IT, Risk, Compliance, Legal, InfoSec, and business leadership to ensure technology—including AI and Generative AI—is used responsibly, securely, and in a controlled, compliant way.
Hybrid - 2-3 days onsite in Coral Gables or Fort Lauderdale desired.
What You’ll Do
IT & AI Governance
- Lead and evolve enterprise IT and AI governance frameworks aligned with industry and regulatory standards (NIST, NYDFS, etc.)
- Embed AI governance into broader IT, data, and risk programs
- Build scalable, repeatable, audit-ready governance processes
AI Risk & Model Oversight
- Partner with Model Risk teams to align with regulatory expectations (e.g., SR 11-7-type frameworks)
- Define standards for AI/model documentation, validation, and lifecycle oversight
- Govern internal AI, third-party AI, and Generative AI use cases
- Maintain AI risk tracking, reporting, and escalation processes
Technology Risk & Controls
- Identify, assess, and monitor IT and AI-related risks
- Maintain centralized risk registers and support mitigation planning
- Lead governance reviews, control testing, and risk assessments
Compliance & Audit Support
- Support audits, exams, and regulatory inquiries related to IT and AI governance
- Maintain governance documentation and audit-ready evidence
Policies & Standards
- Develop and maintain IT and AI governance policies and standards
- Ensure consistent adoption across teams and business units
Emerging Tech & Vendor Governance
- Review and govern new technology and AI solutions prior to adoption
- Partner with vendor risk teams on AI-enabled third parties
- Ensure appropriate controls, transparency, and data protections are in place
Metrics & Reporting
- Define KPIs/KRIs for governance and risk oversight
- Provide reporting on risk posture, compliance, and remediation activity
- Drive continuous improvement in governance maturity
Leadership & Influence
- Lead and grow the IT Governance function
- Build strong partnerships across IT, Risk, Compliance, and business leadership
- Promote awareness and responsible use of AI and emerging technologies
What We’re Looking For
- 8–10+ years in IT governance, risk, compliance, or related areas
- 3+ years in a leadership or people management role
- Strong knowledge of frameworks like COBIT, ITIL, NIST, ISO 27001, etc.
- Experience working in regulated environments with audit and compliance exposure
- Background in IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, or enterprise technology environments
- Strong communication skills with ability to translate technical risk concepts to business leaders
- Experience building or maturing governance programs is highly preferred
- Certifications such as CISA, CISM, CRISC, or CGEIT a plus