Executive Director – Data & AI Security Risk

TENTEN PARTNERS PTE. LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 360,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Asia is seeking an Executive Director – Data & AI Security Risk as part of their digital transformation. This crucial role involves building security risk frameworks, regulatory engagement, and driving compliance excellence. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in IT risk management within financial services and demonstrated expertise in data governance and AI ethics.

Benefits

Medical coverage & insurance

Generous annual leave policy

Opportunity to drive AI transformation at scale

Qualifications

• 15–20 years of experience in IT/Technology Risk & Compliance in financial services.
• 5+ years in a 2nd line strategic leadership role focused on Data & AI Risk.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks (MAS, GDPR, ISO 27001, NIST).

Responsibilities

• Develop and drive Data & AI Security Risk frameworks, governance, and policies.
• Lead regulator interactions, manage audits, and ensure compliance standards.
• Conduct risk assessments, monitor compliance performance, and implement remediation.

Skills

IT/Technology Risk & Compliance

Data & AI Risk

Regulatory Frameworks

AI Ethics

Data Governance

Model Risk

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, CISA)

Job description

We’re partnering with a leading financial institution in Asia to appoint an Executive Director – Data & AI Security Risk as part of their digital and AI transformation. This newly created leadership role will drive the development of security risk frameworks and governance, reporting to the Group Head of IT Risk and working closely with the CRO.

What You'll Do

Develop & Implement Risk Frameworks

• Build and drive Data & AI Security Risk frameworks, governance, and policies aligned with regional and global regulations.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with first and third lines of defense to integrate and embed risk controls across the business.

Regulatory Engagement

• Lead regulator interactions, manage audits, and uphold regulatory and compliance standards.

️ Risk Monitoring & Advisory

• Conduct risk assessments, monitor compliance performance, and implement remediation plans.

• Advise stakeholders on evolving regulations and AI/data governance best practices.

What We're Looking For

• 15–20 years of experience in IT/Technology Risk & Compliance, ideally in financial services.

• 5+ years in a 2nd line strategic leadership role focused on Data & AI Risk.

• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks (e.g., MAS, GDPR, ISO 27001, NIST).

• Deep expertise in AI ethics, data governance, model risk, and emerging AI technologies such as ML, NLP, and model development lifecycles.

• Demonstrated experience building data and AI governance frameworks from scratch.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with a strategic, hands-on approach.

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, AIISM) are highly advantageous.

What’s on Offer:

• Base Salary: Up to SGD 360K + Bonus (commensurate with experience)

• Medical coverage & insurance

• Generous annual leave policy

• Work with regional leadership and help drive AI transformation at scale

Interested? Apply now and send your cv to [e-mail].

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Statement

TENTEN Partners is an equal opportunity firm and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by applicable laws.