Systems Manager - Data & AI Governance

Job Description

The Enterprise Data & AI Governance team is responsible for defining and implementing the Companys data and AI governance frameworks, including risk-based controls, intake, and oversight to enable responsible and compliant adoption of data and AI solutions. The Systems Manager for AI Governance will lead the Companys AI Governance Office, establishing and operationalizing a risk-based framework to enable the responsible, compliant, and scalable use of AI across the enterprise. This role directs the development and ongoing evolution of governance standards, policies, and lifecycle processes that govern AI systems from intake through deployment and ongoing monitoring.

Data governance practices are integrated as foundational enablers to ensure that data used in AI systems is appropriately governed, controlled, and aligned to enterprise standards. The role includes administration of the Data & AI Governance capital program (budget, procurement, scope, and reporting), oversight of governance-enabling tools that support AI inventory, traceability, and documentation (e.g., cataloging capabilities), and cultivation of partnerships across ETS, business units, and industry peers to advance enterprise AI initiatives.

This position does not provide employment pursuant to the terms of a STEM OPT Training Plan.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

• Lead the Data and AI Governance team, providing vision, mentorship, and a culture of accountability to drive professional growth and creative contributions
• Cultivate a high-performing team environment that fosters innovation while ensuring consistent adherence to governance practices
• Direct the development and continuous evolution of enterprise Data and AI Governance frameworks, ensuring policies, standards, and playbooks are integrated, scalable, and risk-aligned
• Lead and develop a team through coaching, performance management, and effective work assignment to drive aligned execution and business outcomes
• Integrate data governance as a foundational enabler for AI, ensuring that data used in AI systems meets enterprise quality and compliance standards
• Manage the end-to-end Data and AI Governance capital program, including budget, procurement, resource allocation, project forecasting, and performance reporting
• Oversee governance-enabling tools and processes (e.g., data catalogs, AI inventory, traceability) to operationalize controls, ensure documentation, and support enforcement
• Drive governance literacy across the enterprise, collaborating with business units and stakeholders to ensure responsible, compliant, and scalable adoption of data and AI solutions
• Collaborate with privacy, legal, and compliance teams to design and manage enterprise-wide data sharing processes and AI risk assessment protocols
• Support internal and external audits to ensure the governance program remains robust and compliant with evolving regulatory requirements

Qualifications

Required Education/Experience

• Master's Degree and a minimum of 6 years full-time relevant work experience or
• Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 8 years full- time relevant work experience

Preferred Education/Experience

• Master's Degree in Information Systems, Business, Cybersecurity, or a related field and a minimum of 6 years full-time relevant work experience leading enterprise AI governance initiatives, including risk-based oversight, data governance integration, and cross-functional collaboration to support responsible and compliant AI adoption at scale

Relevant Work Experience

• A minimum of 2 years experience working with data or implementing technologies in the D&A space, required
• Project management experience, required
• Managerial, supervisory, and/or leadership experience, required
• Work experience in governance, policy management, regulatory or security compliance, risk management, privacy, or related disciplines, required
• Ability to present technical topics to non-technical audience and leadership, required
• Experience authoring formal documentation, guidelines, policies, and procedures, required

Skills and Abilities

• Well organized, detail oriented and flexible to handle multiple assignments
• Ability to lead/manage others
• Develops and delivers effective presentations
• Effective interpersonal skills

Licenses and Certifications

• Driver's License Required
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Preferred
• Certified Project Management (CPM) Preferred

Physical Demands

• Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 40 pounds
• Sit or stand to use a keyboard, mouse, and computer for the duration of the workday

Additional Physical Demands

• The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to travel within Company service territory, as needed

About Us

Mission Statement:

Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) employees are required to follow health, safety, and environmental policies, EEO, Standards of Business Conduct, and all other applicable company policy and procedures. We all share a responsibility to advance the company's mission by excelling at our three corporate priorities - safety of our people and the public, operational excellence in all that we do, and ensuring the best possible customer experience.

Benefits:

We are dedicated to supporting the physical, mental, and financial health of our employees and their families. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes:

• Rich medical & pharmacy benefits, including vision benefits
• Dental benefits
• Health Savings Accounts
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with robust matching
• Employer paid Pension Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a generous matching contribution
• State of the art Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous paid time off plus paid holidays
• Family support: emergency backup child, & elder care assistance
• Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
• Employee discount program
• Commuter Benefits
• Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
• Life and Long-Term Disability Benefits

*Please be aware that some benefits may not apply to provisional or part-time job titles.

About the Team

EEO Statement:

Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of the individual's actual or perceived disability, protected veteran status, race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, domestic violence victim status, or any other actual or perceived status protected by law.

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