Cisco · 13 hours ago
AI Governance Lead (Remote)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$115K/yr - $146K/yrCisco is a leader in connecting and protecting organizations in the AI era. The AI Governance Lead will architect and lead the governance structure for responsible and ethical generative AI use, ensuring compliance and transparency across AI initiatives in the People & Communities sector.
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Responsibilities
Design and operationalize a P&C AI governance framework, aligned with enterprise AI policies, control standards, and regulatory requirements
Lead the documentation of controls for AI model usage within P&C focused on the AI-Powered P&C work of the centralized HCM data lake house and the associated LLM-based systems, predictive analytics, and generative BI
Ensure governance coverage across all AI use cases in P&C, including J&C, M&A, E&B, performance management, internal mobility, learning, workforce planning, employee experience, etc
Develop and enforce principles for fairness, explainability, transparency, and human-in-the-loop oversight in P&C’s AI applications
Define and monitor metrics for model fairness, disparate impact, bias, and ethical risk
Establish protocols for AI red teaming, ethical audits, and escalation of identified risks
Conduct regular model audits and post-deployment monitoring to ensure ethical performance and compliance with P&C-specific impact thresholds
Maintain audit trails, documentation, and model cards for P&C AI systems, ensuring transparency for internal and external review
Partner with Legal and Risk to align practices with regulatory frameworks, including GDPR, the EU AI Act, and any emerging people-related AI governance mandates
Serve as the liaison between P&C, Legal, Privacy, Security, and Enterprise AI governance boards
Train and enable P&C teams and people data users on responsible AI principles, compliance requirements, and the importance of ethical AI in people practices
Collaborate with data stewards and system owners to ensure the responsible sourcing, quality, and handling of human capital data
Ensure that P&C’s AI governance efforts are integrated into the enterprise’s broader AI strategy and data governance frameworks
Advise P&C leadership on governance implications for new AI use cases and innovations
Qualification
Required
Experience in governance, risk, compliance, or ethics roles with direct exposure to emerging technologies or AI systems
Deep knowledge of data privacy, algorithmic accountability, and relevant global regulations (e.g., EU AI Act, GDPR, EEOC standards)
Experience working in or alongside P&C, with a strong understanding of people data, employee lifecycle systems, and the sensitivities surrounding people use cases
Strong analytical and auditing skills with the ability to assess model performance, fairness, and risk
Preferred
Experience with AI ethics or machine learning risk management
Familiarity with AI/ML lifecycle tools, model monitoring platforms, and LLM applications in enterprise settings
Experience with P&C platforms such as Workday, ServiceNow, Phenom, Cornerstone, or other human capital technologies
Effective communication skills, with the ability to explain complex AI risks to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
A 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
Paid parental leave
Short and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
10 paid holidays per full calendar year
1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
Paid year-end holiday shutdown
4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year
Flexible vacation time off program
80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date
Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
Annual bonuses subject to Cisco’s policies
Company
Cisco
Cisco develops, manufactures, and sells networking hardware, telecommunications equipment, and other technology services and products. It is a sub-organization of Cisco Press.
Founded in 1984
10001+ employees
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