AI Governance Lead

Alcoa of Australia Ltd; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with 6% match

Healthcare coverage

Hybrid/remote work

Paid time off

Job summary

Alcoa seeks an AI Governance Lead to ensure responsible, ethical, and secure deployment of AI across the enterprise. You will work at the intersection of technology, risk, compliance, privacy and business strategy to mature governance capabilities globally.

This role leads policy development, convenes the AI Steering Committee, and collaborates with Legal, Data Privacy, Cybersecurity, and Operations to drive transparent, risk-aware AI adoption with measurable business value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field (CS/IT/Data Science).
• Experience in AI governance, risk management, or privacy/compliance.
• Strong understanding of AI tech and governance concepts.
• Proven cross-functional leadership and executive communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead and evolve AI governance framework and policies.
• Serve on AI Steering Committee and shape enterprise AI strategy.
• Develop AI intake, inventory, and risk management processes.
• Collaborate with Legal, Ethics & Compliance, Data Privacy, and others.
• Promote ethical AI use through training and stakeholder engagement.
• Establish governance metrics and executive reporting.
• Monitor AI trends and guide roadmap directions.

Skills

AI governance

Policy development

Risk management

Data privacy

Stakeholder management

Executive communication

Cross-functional leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/IT/Data Science

Job description

Shape Your World At Alcoa, you will become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress.

The way we see it, every Alcoan is a work-shaper, team-shaper, idea-shaper & world-shaper.

At Alcoa, you’re an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress.

This is an opportunity for you to bring your wealth of experience to the team and help shape the future of sustainability with world-changing innovations and low‑carbon technologies.

You have the power to shape things to make them better.

About the role

At Alcoa, we're not just adopting AI, we're leveraging it to transform how we operate, innovate, and create value across our global business. As our AI Governance Lead, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring that AI is deployed responsibly, ethically, and securely while helping unlock its full potential across the enterprise. This is a unique opportunity to build and mature AI governance capabilities at a global industrial leader. You'll work at the intersection of technology, risk, compliance, privacy, legal, and business strategy, helping shape how Alcoa governs AI today and into the future. If you're passionate about responsible AI, emerging technologies, and influencing enterprise‑wide transformation, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• 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.

What you can bring to the role

• 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.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation packages, including pay-for-performance variable pay, recognition and rewards programs.
• 401(k), employer match up to 6%, 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 1st year based on hire date, 12 paid holidays, 7 illness days, Care for Family leave up to 40 days, up to 5 bereavement days, maximum of 30 jury duty days, and up to 10 days annual training for military leave #LI-PW1

About the Location

Working at the Pittsburgh Alcoa Corporate Center, located on the thriving North Shore of Pittsburgh, allows employees to experience firsthand, whether working virtually or on‑site or a hybrid of the two, what being a values‑based company means. Through daily interactions with colleagues and exposure to some of the organization’s highest‑level executives, the office creates an environment in which all employees can develop and contribute to their full potential. Outside of the office, Pittsburgh itself is one of the country’s most livable and affordable cities – combining the city feel with small town charm. We are values led, vision driven and united by our purpose of transforming raw potential into real progress.

Our commitments to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity include providing trusting workplaces that are safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, free from discrimination, bullying and harassment and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate.

As a proud equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer, Alcoa is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of a person’s gender, age, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, nation of origin, disability, veteran status, language spoken or any other characteristic or status protected by the laws or regulations in the places where we operate.

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This is a place where you are empowered to do your best work, be your authentic self, and feel a true sense of belonging. Come join us and shape your career! Your work. Your world. Shape them for the better. Shape your Career at Alcoa! As an Alcoan you are part of a global team committed to advancing sustainability and delivering excellence and innovation. As a values‑based company, we Act with Integrity, Operate with Excellence, Care for People, and Lead with Courage. Join us and become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. We treat all people with dignity and we believe in inclusion, diversity and enabling all employees to grow and develop their careers with us, where they can pursue their passions. Discover the possibilities a career with Alcoa can have for you. Come shape your career with us.

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