AI Governance Lead

Alcoa · Pittsburgh, PA · 1 mo ago

OTHRFull-time

About the role

At Alcoa, we’re leveraging AI to transform how we operate, innovate, and create value across our global business. As the AI Governance Lead, you will ensure AI is deployed responsibly, ethically, and securely while unlocking its full potential enterprise‑wide. This role sits at the intersection of technology, risk, compliance, privacy, legal, and business strategy, building and maturing AI governance capabilities for a global industrial leader.

Responsibilities

Lead and evolve Alcoa’s AI governance framework, including policies, standards, processes, and oversight structures that enable responsible AI adoption.
Play a key leadership role as a member of the AI Steering Committee and help shape enterprise AI strategy, governance priorities, and decision‑making.
Develop and manage AI intake, inventory, and risk management processes to ensure compliance, transparency, and accountability.
Partner with Legal, Ethics & Compliance, Data Privacy, Procurement, Cybersecurity, Audit, and business leaders to govern AI technologies and third‑party solutions.
Drive AI awareness, training, and stakeholder engagement programs that promote ethical and responsible AI use across the organization.
Establish governance metrics, monitoring processes, and executive reporting to measure compliance, risk, adoption, and business value.
Stay ahead of emerging AI technologies, regulations, and industry trends while helping guide Alcoa’s AI roadmap and future direction.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field.
Experience in AI governance, technology risk management, data governance, compliance, privacy, or a related discipline.
Strong understanding of AI technologies, including generative AI, machine learning, large language models (LLMs), and associated risks and governance considerations.
Experience leading cross‑functional governance, compliance, risk, or enterprise transformation initiatives.
Knowledge of AI regulations, data privacy requirements, ethical AI principles, and risk management practices.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and executive presentation skills, with the ability to influence across technical and non‑technical audiences.
Relevant certifications such as CIPP, CIPM, AI governance, data governance, risk management, or related credentials are a plus, as is experience in manufacturing, industrial, or global enterprise environments.

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages, including pay‑for‑performance variable pay, recognition and rewards programs.
401(k) with employer match up to 6% and additional employer retirement income contribution (no vesting period).
Healthcare benefits: medical, Rx, dental, vision, flexible spending account, health savings account (generous employer contribution), life and accident insurance.
Work‑life balance programs: flexible work scheduling, hybrid/remote working.
Paid time off: 15 vacation days (prorated in the first year), 12 paid holidays, 7 illness days, Care for Family leave up to 40 days, up to 5 bereavement days, up to 30 jury‑duty days, and up to 10 days annual training for military leave.

Location

Working at the Pittsburgh Alcoa Corporate Center, located on the thriving North Shore of Pittsburgh, allows employees to experience firsthand—whether virtually, on‑site, or in a hybrid model—what being a values‑based company means. Daily interactions with colleagues and exposure to senior executives create an environment where all employees can develop and contribute to their full potential. Outside the office, Pittsburgh is one of the country’s most livable and affordable cities, combining a vibrant city feel with small‑town charm.

Alcoa is an equal‑opportunity workplace and affirmative‑action employer, committed to inclusion, diversity, and equity for all individuals.