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AI Risk, Compliance, and Policy Integration Lead

Sacramento

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented professional for a hybrid role with our Sacramento California based client as the AI Risk Compliance and Policy Integration Lead. This role focuses on risk management compliance oversight and policy lifecycle support. The position ensures that AI systems are deployed safely ethically and in compliance with state and federal regulations. Responsibilities include the following as well as contributions to Executive Communications Support (Role 3) especially for compliance and risk messaging. Specific Responsibilities * Monitor and Maintain Security Controls * Continuously monitor and strengthen the security controls embedded within AI and data platforms. * Align with enterprise cybersecurity teams to ensure consistency with statewide standards. * Address emerging vulnerabilities as technologies evolve to safeguard Caltrans data assets and uphold public trust. * AI Audits * Conduct regular audits to assess compliance fairness and potential bias in AI models and datasets. * Provide transparency and accountability while building stakeholder confidence in the responsible use of AI. * Use findings to strengthen processes policies and future model development. * AI and Data Organizational Risk Management * Maintain a comprehensive risk register covering operational ethical and compliance risks related to AI and data. * Identify emerging risks document mitigation strategies and update leadership on potential exposures. * Ensure informed decision-making and proactive safeguards through structured risk management. * Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery * Develop continuity and disaster recovery plans for critical AI and data systems. * Ensure operational resilience during disruptions through periodic testing and integration into enterprise continuity frameworks. * Sustain mission-critical operations under adverse conditions. * Regulatory Compliance Monitoring * Track compliance with key regulatory mandates including SB 896 SIMM 5305-F AB 2013 and CPRA. * Implement processes for continuous monitoring reporting and enforcement. * Embed compliance into day-to-day operations to help Caltrans avoid legal exposure and maintain public confidence. * Ethical AI Oversight * Conduct fairness and accountability reviews of AI initiatives before deployment and during ongoing oversight. * Ensure models minimize bias and protect equity through ethical review processes. * Anticipate and resolve concerns before they become barriers to adoption. * Policy and Process Lifecycle Management * Manage the review and update cycle for AI and data-related policies to reflect evolving regulations and industry standards. * Ensure policies remain current actionable and enforceable. * Support rollout and adoption of new or revised processes across the enterprise. Required * 5 years of experience in risk management compliance or governance in technology or data environments. * Strong understanding of AI systems data governance and information security frameworks. * Proven experience implementing or auditing compliance programs for large enterprises. * Excellent written communication and documentation skills. * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a regulatory and fast-evolving technical landscape. * Bachelors Degree in Computer Science Information Systems Public Policy or related field (Masters preferred). Preferred * Experience with government or public-sector compliance frameworks. * Knowledge of California privacy and data protection regulations (e.g. CPRA AB 2013). * Experience conducting AI fairness or bias audits. * Familiarity with ISO NIST or other security control standards. * Relevant certifications (e.g. CISA CRISC CIPM PMP) preferred. Education Certification Training & Experience * Training or certification in risk management compliance or cybersecurity desirable.