Governance and Security Specialist

For our client, we are seeking a Governance and Security Specialist to join the team of a leader in the Technical Services space. This role will help shape and maintain governance, security, and authorization controls for sensitive federal data and AI-enabled platforms. The position will partner closely with privacy, cybersecurity, and data stewardship stakeholders to strengthen compliance, access control, and documentation standards. The work is highly cross-functional and centered on meeting federal security requirements while improving data quality and governance discipline. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience with ATO processes, cloud security regulations, and data governance frameworks in a regulated environment. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $105,100 – $231,100 annually Responsibilities Lead the establishment of a federal data governance framework to meet required standards Support Authority to Operate (ATO) maintenance and continuous monitoring processes for AI platforms Develop security authorization documentation, including system security plans and remediation artifacts Support data stewardship and role-based access control design for sensitive datasets Integrate security and governance activities with privacy officers and cybersecurity teams Ensure AI controls align with federal guidelines on model governance and bias monitoring Conduct assessments to identify and resolve data quality issues for enterprise datasets Qualifications Bachelor's degree plus 15 years of relevant experience; equivalent combinations include a Master's degree plus 12 years of experience or 21 years of experience without a degree Experience with Authority to Operate (ATO) processes and related security assessments Proven ability to establish data governance frameworks and metadata management practices Solid understanding of NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, and cloud security regulations Skill in technical documentation and data flow analysis using tools such as Visio or Lucidchart Benefits Comprehensive healthcare and wellness options Financial and retirement benefits Generous flexible time off policy Access to robust learning and development resources Family support programs Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.