Description
We are looking for an experienced Lead Business Consultant to join a contract engagement based in Plano, Texas. This role supports a highly regulated financial services environment, with a focus on AI risk management, governance oversight, and emerging technology controls. The consultant will provide senior-level guidance on assessing AI-related risks, strengthening governance practices, and advising stakeholders on compliance expectations across evolving technology initiatives.
Responsibilities:
Lead reviews of AI risk assessments and help strengthen governance processes for new and existing AI initiatives.
Examine AI solution architectures and control environments, providing independent challenge and practical recommendations for improvement.
Analyze the design and performance of risk controls to determine effectiveness and recommend mitigation actions where gaps are identified.
Support regulatory reviews, internal audits, and governance reporting by preparing clear documentation and responding to oversight inquiries.
Perform assessments of AI inventories and use cases to confirm alignment with internal standards and risk management expectations.
Contribute to the development and refinement of policies, standards, and governance materials related to AI, generative AI, data governance, and other emerging technologies.
Evaluate risk exposure tied to AI agents, large language models, cloud-based AI services, and third-party AI products used by the organization.
Advise business and technology stakeholders on framework maturity efforts and best practices for responsible AI adoption within a controlled environment.
Requirements
15+ years of experience in technology risk, cybersecurity, compliance, audit, data governance, AI risk management, or closely related disciplines.
Demonstrated Second Line of Defense oversight experience supporting AI and generative AI programs in a regulated environment.
Deep knowledge of AI governance and risk frameworks, including recognized standards such as ISO 42001 and ISO 27001.
Hands-on familiarity with leading AI platforms and tools, including Microsoft Copilot, OpenAI, Anthropic, Azure OpenAI, and Amazon Q.
Strong ability to assess complex technology risks, evaluate control design, and define effective mitigation strategies.
Experience reviewing AI solution designs and challenging technical and control decisions from a governance and risk perspective.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce governance documentation and present findings to senior stakeholders.
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- Dice Id: rhalfint
- Position Id: 04010-0013491625
- Posted 4 hours ago
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