AI Data Protection Associate Director

The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC); Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) invites applications for an Associate Director, AI Security & Data Protection Engineering. This role leads the design, implementation, and scaling of data protection across AI platforms, GenAI services, and cloud environments.

You will partner with Cybersecurity, Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Engineering, Data Management and App Development teams to implement technical controls enabling AI adoption while safeguarding DTCC’s sensitive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in CS, InfoSec, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years in cybersecurity, data protection, or security engineering.
• Minimum 3 years leading complex security programs.
• Experience in financial services or regulated industries preferred.
• Experience designing enterprise-scale security controls for AI.

Responsibilities

• AI security architecture and technical leadership.
• Data protection engineering.
• AI security controls and governance.
• AI threat analysis, detection and continuous improvement.
• Program leadership and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Data protection

AI security

Security architecture

Governance

Leadership

Stakeholder mgmt

Encryption & keys

Security engineering

Regulated industry experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/InfoSec or related field

Job description

Being a member of IT Cybersecurity & Platform Engineering team, the Associate Director, AI Security & Data Protection Engineering serves as a technical leader responsible for designing, implementing, and scaling DTCC's data protection capabilities across AI platforms, GenAI services, agentic workflows, cloud environments, and enterprise collaboration channels.

The role combines deep expertise in data protection, security architecture, AI risk management, and engineering leadership to ensure sensitive information is appropriately governed throughout the AI lifecycle. The successful candidate will partner closely with Cybersecurity, Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Engineering, Data Management, and Application Development teams to define and implement technical controls that enable AI adoption while protecting DTCC's most sensitive information.

This position will lead the design and implementation of controls including AI-aware DLP, automated classification and labeling, AI security guardrails, DSPM integrations, data access governance, prompt and response protections, model interaction controls, and secure AI development practices.

The ideal candidate combines hands‑on technical expertise with the ability to influence enterprise strategy, drive complex initiatives, and provide technical leadership across multiple security and engineering teams.

Your Primary Responsibilities:

• AI Security Architecture & Technical Leadership
• Data Protection Engineering
• AI Security Controls & Governance
• AI Threat Analysis, Detection & Continuous Improvement
• Program Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

NOTE: The Primary Responsibilities of this role are not limited to the details above.*

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in cybersecurity, data protection, information security, or security engineering.
• Minimum 3 years leading complex technical initiatives or security programs.
• Experience delivering security solutions within financial services or another highly regulated industry preferred

Talents Needed for Success:

Required

• Deep understanding of Data Protection technologies, controls and governance frameworks
• Strong understanding of AI, GenAI, LLMs, AI agents, and associated security risks.
• Experience designing and implementing enterprise‑scale security solutions.
• Strong knowledge of:
• Data security and Data Governance
• Encryption and key management
• AI Security
• Experience leading technical implementations across multiple engineering.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Financial Services or highly regulated industry experience.
• Experience translating complex technical requirements into scalable enterprise solutions

Preferred

• Experience securing Generative AI platforms and AI‑enabled applications.
• Experience with RAG architectures, vector databases, AI gateways, and AI security controls.
• Familiarity with emerging AI security frameworks and industry standards.
• Experience establishing security guardrails for enterprise AI adoption.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, Azure Security Engineer, Microsoft Security, or equivalent credential

The salary range is indicative for roles at the same level within DTCC across all US locations. Actual salary is determined based on the role, location, individual experience, skills, and other considerations. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.