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AI Governance & Security Architect

San Francisco, CA 94103

Posted: 01/09/2026 Employment Type: Contract Job Number: 31347 Job Location: Remote Industry: ELEC - Electronics Products

Job Description

Job Title: AI Governance & Security Architect

Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract AI Governance & Security Architect opportunity with our client that is fully remote.

Job Description:
  • We are looking for a visionary AI Governance & Security Architect to help shape the future of secure and responsible AI adoption.
  • In this role, you’ll design and lead enterprise frameworks that ensure ethical, compliant, and resilient AI practices across our company globally.
  • You’ll integrate cybersecurity, risk management, and AI lifecycle governance to protect sensitive data and models from emerging threats while meeting regulatory and client obligations.
  • Your work will influence strategic decisions across business functions, embedding responsible AI principles, mitigating AI-specific risks, and enabling innovation in a secure and controlled environment.
  • This position offers opportunities to lead multiple initiatives under the guidance of Information Security leadership.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate and Influence: Build strong partnerships across business units to ensure security is embedded from design through implementation in products and services.
  • Be the Expert: Act as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert across security domains, guiding stakeholders on best practices.
  • Shape Governance: Define and implement enterprise-wide AI governance frameworks that promote ethical, secure, and compliant AI use.
  • Set Standards: Develop and enforce AI security standards aligned with regulatory and industry benchmarks (ISO 42001, NIST AI RMF, SANS, CSA, OWASP).
  • Secure Deployments: Oversee AI/ML solution deployment in on-premises and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) with robust data protection and encryption.
  • Assess and Test: Conduct AI security risk assessments, threat modeling, and red team exercises for generative and predictive models.
  • Respond and Remediate: Support AI security incident response and ensure effective remediation processes.
  • Educate and Mentor: Provide guidance on AI governance, compliance, privacy, and ethical AI adoption; mentor team members on best practices.

Job Qualifications:
  • A collaborative mindset and a passion for learning.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, or related field, plus 7+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, information security, or technology governance (or equivalent experience).
  • Proven success implementing governance frameworks, risk strategies, and compliance programs for emerging technologies.
  • Deep understanding of AI/ML lifecycle management, from development to monitoring.
  • Experience working with auditors, regulators, and compliance teams.
  • Proficiency in cloud-native AI/ML platforms (AWS SageMaker, Bedrock, Azure AI, GCP Vertex).
  • Familiarity with security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, ISO 42001, CIS Controls).
  • Strong communication skills and ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while fostering collaboration and creative problem-solving.
  • Leadership skills to mentor and guide team members effectively.
Nice To Have:
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills.
  • Expertise in risk management principles and processes.
  • Hands-on offensive security experience.
  • Experience with security tools or prior roles in engineering, site reliability, or administration.

Job Details:
  • Job Type: Contract
  • Pay Range: $100-$117 an hour.
  • Location: Fully Remote

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.

About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.

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