AI Risk, Compliance, and Policy Integration

AI Risk, Compliance, and Policy Integration
Location: Sacramento
Position Type: Contractor
Position Description
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented professional to join as the AI Risk,
Compliance, and Policy Integration Lead within the Digital and AI Innovation Office (DAIO).
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.
Mandatory Qualifications
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.
Desired Qualifications
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
Bachelor s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Public Policy, or related
field (Master s preferred).
Training or certification in risk management, compliance, or cybersecurity desirable.