North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) · 6 hours ago
Director, Data Architecture & AI
DC-Baltimore Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$210K/yr - $215K/yr
10+ years expThe North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) is the international regulatory authority dedicated to reducing risks to the reliability and security of the North American bulk power system. The Director of Data Architecture & Artificial Intelligence is responsible for shaping NERC’s data and AI strategy, modernizing platforms, and ensuring responsible, secure, and compliant adoption of advanced analytics and AI capabilities.
Non Profit
Responsibilities
Lead enterprise AI strategy, platform selection, model lifecycle governance, and multi-year investment roadmap
Drive responsible and secure AI adoption, including generative AI, predictive analytics, and automation
Strengthen standards and governance across data and AI
Partner with executives to identify high-value AI use cases and accelerate digital transformation
Establish governance guardrails for AI and advanced analytics, including data eligibility, usage constraints, and alignment with CEII and voluntary reporting requirements
Oversee data pipelines, Data/AI model deployment environments, and MLOps practices
Co-lead the establishment and operation of NERC’s enterprise data governance function, in partnership with business, legal, and technology stakeholders
Establish and execute a unified enterprise data architecture and modernization roadmap
Architect and evolve enterprise data platforms (cloud, Lakehouse, integration, MDM)
Architect the API and data-sharing layer enabling secure, governed exchange with Regional Entities, E-ISAC, FERC, and internal tools
Define and maintain enterprise data models, integration patterns, and architectural standards
Build strong relationships with business leaders, subject matter experts, Regional Entities, and technology teams
Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks, internal controls, and NERC/FERC requirements
Communicate complex technical concepts in clear, executive-ready language
Manage vendor relationships, and long-term technology investments
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
10+ years of leadership experience in data architecture, analytics, or AI/ML
Expertise in cloud data platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP)
Strong understanding of AI/ML frameworks, LLMs, and MLOps
Experience with data governance, metadata management, and regulatory compliance
Proven ability to communicate with executives and lead cross‑functional teams
Strategic, customer‑focused, adaptable technology leader with a track record of innovation
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including active listening and clear articulation
Demonstrated ability to lead through ambiguity and drive results
Preferred
Experience in regulated industries, energy, utilities, or reliability organizations
Experience with NIST frameworks, RAIG, or similar risk/governance models
Benefits
Reimbursement of travel expenses will be in accordance with the company’s travel and expense reimbursement policies.
Company
North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC)
The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) is a not-for-profit international regulatory authority whose mission is to assure the reliability and security of the bulk power system in North America.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jim Robb
President and CEO
Manny Cancel
SVP and CEO E-ISAC
Recent News
2025-06-02
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