Cyber AI Strategy & Security Leader

AEP Service Corporation; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

AEP Service Corporation seeks a Director/Managing Director, Cyber AI to lead the cybersecurity organization's AI strategy and program. This role defines the portfolio, develops leaders, and ensures governance and responsible AI use across enterprise AI decisions.

The position is 100% onsite in Columbus, OH or Austin, TX, reporting to senior cybersecurity and enterprise leaders. Strong strategic and leadership capabilities are essential for shaping investment, talent, and risk management.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in cybersecurity or related fields.
• Experience leading large, regulated programs or portfolios.
• Ability to influence across organizational boundaries and decision authorities.
• Knowledge of AI, ML, generative AI, cloud, data, software delivery, and cybersecurity.
• Experience translating technology risk into executive direction and outcomes.
• Strong executive communication with governance bodies and senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Set and communicate the Cyber AI vision, strategy, and multi-year direction.
• Provide executive leadership across AI Security Operations and AI-enabled cybersecurity products.
• Align the portfolio to cybersecurity strategy, priorities, and risk management.
• Establish accountability, escalation paths, and operating expectations across Cyber AI.
• Sponsor scalable security services for enterprise AI environments.
• Govern investment, capacity, and talent strategy based on demand and value.
• Represent cybersecurity in enterprise AI forums and advise on AI security opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Executive communication

Strategy development

Cross-functional leadership

AI security

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

AEP Service Corporation seeks a Director/Managing Director, Cyber AI to lead the cybersecurity organization's AI strategy and program. This role defines the portfolio, develops leaders, and ensures governance and responsible AI use across enterprise AI decisions.

The position is 100% onsite in Columbus, OH or Austin, TX, reporting to senior cybersecurity and enterprise leaders. Strong strategic and leadership capabilities are essential for shaping investment, talent, and risk management.