Join CNA as our AI Compliance Director-a strategic leader driving the future of responsible AI and technology governance. You will help shape enterprise-wide compliance, champion ethical AI, and collaborate across business areas to ensure our organization remains at the forefront of regulatory excellence.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Key Responsibilities
- Lead AI Governance: Serve as the Compliance AI Program Owner, overseeing intake, triage, and lifecycle management of AI initiatives. Ensure responsible, ethical, and compliant AI implementation.
- Regulatory Strategy: Monitor global legislative and regulatory frameworks affecting information technology, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and data privacy. Translate requirements into actionable policies, standards and procedures.
- Risk Management: Conduct and oversee compliance-focused risk assessments. Develop and maintain a compliance risk register for technology-related risks.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with IT, Information Security, AI Governance, Legal and Enterprise Risk Management teams to embed AI governance into operational workflows and third-party risk management.
- Program Optimization: Streamline AI governance processes, automate workflows, and identify opportunities to enhance compliance maturity and reduce friction for business users.
- Training & Communication: Provide guidance and training on responsible AI practices. Communicate compliance priorities to senior leadership and stakeholders.
- Monitoring & Reporting: Maintain audit-ready documentation, define KPIs, and report governance metrics to senior leadership.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree with Master's preferred in Computer Science, Risk Management, Data Ethics, Law, or a related discipline or equivalent.
- Law degree or compliance certification preferred.
- 10+ years of related experience, with 5+ years in compliance, risk management, or AI governance.
- Proven experience developing and implementing AI governance frameworks.
- Expertise in regulatory impact assessments, policy development, and compliance program optimization.
- Familiarity with AI risk assessment tools, audit procedures, and governance automation platforms.
Skills & Abilities
- Senior-level knowledge of regulatory compliance, especially insurance compliance.
- Deep understanding of AI, Data Privacy, and Cybersecurity regulations.
- Certifications in compliance, AI governance, data privacy (e.g., CIPP, CIPM), or cybersecurity (e.g., CISSP) are highly valued.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and cross-functional influence.
- Analytical, strategic, and proactive mindset with strong project management skills.
- Ability to exercise professional judgment and drive results in a dynamic environment.
Why CNA?
- Be a key architect of our AI and technology compliance strategy.
- Work with senior leaders and shape enterprise-wide impact.
- Drive innovation in compliance and governance.
- Competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for growth.
Ready to lead the future of AI compliance? Apply today and help us build a safer, smarter enterprise.
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I n certain jurisdictions, CNA is legally required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. In District of Columbia , California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois , Maryland , Massachusetts , New York and Washington, the national base pay range for this job level is $97,000 to $189,000 annually.Salary determinations are based on various factors, including but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. CNA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees - and their family members - achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals. For a detailed look at CNA's benefits, please visit cnabenefits.com .
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