AI Strategy & Transformation Executive

NCAA; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

NCAA seeks a Managing Director to lead strategic AI initiatives, align AI with business goals, and drive enterprise transformation. The role requires 12+ years in tech leadership, 5+ years in AI/data initiatives, and strong cross-functional influence across the organization.

Under CTO guidance, you will shape the AI vision, govern risk and compliance, and oversee portfolio management to deliver measurable value and competitive advantage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, AI, data science, engineering, business administration, or related field.
• Advanced degree (MBA, MS, or PhD) preferred.
• 12+ years of progressive leadership experience in technology, data, digital, or business transformation roles.
• 5+ years of experience leading AI, advanced analytics, or data science initiatives at scale.
• Proven ability to influence executive stakeholders and drive strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Refine and communicate the enterprise AI vision, strategy, and roadmap aligned with organizational objectives.
• Partner with leadership to integrate AI into business and technology strategies.
• Identify emerging AI trends, opportunities, and risks to inform strategic decision-making.
• Lead AI‑driven transformation initiatives that enhance decision-making, operational efficiency, and innovation.
• Identify, prioritize, and scale high-value AI use cases across the enterprise.
• Establish performance metrics and ensure AI initiatives deliver measurable business outcomes.
• Design and implement the enterprise AI operating model, including governance, delivery frameworks, and talent strategy.
• Oversee the development, deployment, and scaling of AI solutions across business functions.
• Lead decisions on build, buy, or partner approaches for AI technologies and platforms.
• Establish and lead AI governance structures, policies, and standards.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, legal, privacy, and ethical requirements related to AI.
• Collaborate with security, legal, compliance, and risk teams to manage AI-related risks.
• Manage the AI portfolio, including prioritization, funding, and resource allocation.
• Establish frameworks to track value realization, ROI, and performance of AI initiatives.
• Provide transparency and reporting to executive leadership on AI progress and outcomes.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure alignment and coordination of AI initiatives.
• Build and maintain relationships with external partners, vendors, and industry organizations.
• Serve as an executive advocate for AI adoption and innovation across the organization.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Executive presence

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional leadership

Motivating others

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/AI/DS/Engineering/Business Admin

Advanced degree (MBA/MS/PhD) preferred

Job description

NCAA seeks a Managing Director to lead strategic AI initiatives, align AI with business goals, and drive enterprise transformation. The role requires 12+ years in tech leadership, 5+ years in AI/data initiatives, and strong cross-functional influence across the organization.

Under CTO guidance, you will shape the AI vision, govern risk and compliance, and oversee portfolio management to deliver measurable value and competitive advantage.