Director Internal Audit- Data and AI

aig; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards Program

US Benefits Overview

Job summary

AIG's Internal Audit Group is seeking a Director Internal Audit – Data and AI to provide independent assurance over Data Office, AI, and infrastructure. You will lead a global team, shape audit strategy, and ensure audits comply with IIA standards while advancing data and AI controls.

You will partner with senior management, drive improvements, and oversee evolving technologies in a fast-paced environment. Competitive US benefits and base salary are offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of assurance experience in financial services, data governance and risk management.
• 2+ years auditing AI and emerging technologies.
• Bachelor’s in data science, CS, engineering or related field; postgraduate preferred.
• Industry certifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA, CISSP, CISM or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Define audit strategy for data governance, AI risk, and emerging technology globally.
• Lead execution of audits and monitor regulatory developments and best practices.
• Build and coach a high-performing global audit team with data/AI skills.
• Engage senior stakeholders to drive process improvements and risk mitigation.
• Promote adoption of data analytics, AI, and automation in audits.

Skills

Data governance

AI risk management

Auditing

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Data & AI controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in data science/CS/engineering

Professional certifications (CPA/CIA/CISA/CISSP/CISM)

Tools

AWS Bedrock

Palantir

Cloud/Infrastructure knowledge

Job description

About IAG

AIG is a leading global insurance organization providing a wide range of property casualty insurance and other financial services. We provide world‑class products and expertise to businesses and individuals in approximately 190 countries and jurisdictions.

Internal Audit Group

AIG’s Internal Audit Group (IAG) provides independent and objective assurance, advice, and insight guided by a philosophy of adding value to improve the operations of AIG. IAG assists AIG in accomplishing its objectives by bringing a systematic and disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of AIG’s control environment including risk management, operational, financial, internal control, and governance processes.

About the role

At AIG, we’re reshaping how the world manages risk, and we’re inviting you to be a key part of that transformation. As a Director Internal Audit – Data and AI, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, providing independent assurance over AIG’s Data Office, Artificial Intelligence and global infrastructure. You will provide coverage for Data Office, AI and infrastructure platforms that power our digital ecosystem. This role will report directly to the Chief Technology Auditor.

You will oversee a team of auditors focused on understanding and assessing risks and controls related to data governance, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies across AIG. This includes managing relationships with the Chief Data and Digital Officer, ensuring audits are completed in compliance with audit methodology and Institute of Internal Auditors’ standards, and developing audit team skillsets in emerging technology domains.

Your impact will include:

• Work with Chief Technology auditor to define audit strategy to address risks associated with data governance, AI risk management, and emerging technology and infrastructure activities. This will include ensuring compliance with global regulations.
• Lead and oversee the execution of the audit strategy coverage: Execute a global assurance plan and audit methodology for data governance, AI risk management, and emerging technology and infrastructure activities, including continuous monitoring of regulatory developments and best practices.
• Manage and develop teams: Build, coach, and maintain a high‑performing global team with advanced data, AI/ML, and technology assurance skillsets; oversee talent management of offshore teams, staff evaluation, and hiring processes.
• Engage stakeholders and influence change: Proactively manage relationships with senior management and other stakeholders; provide insights to drive sustainable improvements in processes and controls.
• Deliver audit outcomes: Draft, review, and communicate audit findings and reports to executive management; participate in steering committees and working groups to promote balanced discussions and continuous improvement.
• Drive the adoption of data analytics, AI, and automation in audit testing and risk assessment to enhance assurance efficiency and insight.

What we value

• Excellent analytical, written communication, interpersonal, organizational, and presentation skills.
• Strong client relationship and employee management skills.
• Ability to think strategically and multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.
• Role model desired behaviors in cross‑cultural awareness and establish and maintain a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Ability to cooperate with others and foster an environment that supports effective teamwork.
• Highly collaborative with strong leadership skills that gain trust and credibility with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Strategic mindset and ability to clearly articulate vision; ability to drive adoption and measure success of initiatives.
• Experience developing and maintaining relationships with multiple stakeholders, including senior management, and audit staff.
• Ability to manage complexity, effectively prioritize multiple tasks, and work independently in non‑routine situations and in a changing environment.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities across all levels, coupled with effective problem solving, conceptual thinking, quantitative, and analytical skills.
• A very high degree of professionalism, professional curiosity and skepticism, leadership, proficient organizational, analytical, and project management skills.
• Experience in planning and leading strategic initiatives, including employee engagement. Desire and willingness to drive to the root cause of issues.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with assurance, ideally in financial services, data governance and risk management, and technology innovation as well as 2+ years of experience auditing AI.
• Relevant bachelor’s degree in data science, Computer Science, Engineering, Technology, or other relevant fields. Postgraduate qualifications are desired but not mandatory.
• One industry‑recognised certification (e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA, CISSP, CISM, CDMP, AAIA, AAISM or equivalent) required.
• Deep experience with assurance in a number of the following: Data governance, data privacy, and data protection controls; AI/ML risk management, including AI model development, validation, deployment, and monitoring; Algorithmic bias, fairness, explainability, and ethical considerations in AI systems; Data quality, lineage, and integrity across complex technology environments; Regulatory compliance related to data and AI (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, EU AI Act).
• Experience auditing new AI infrastructure platforms e.g. AWS Bedrock, Claude and Palantir.
• Experience auditing infrastructure including cloud, network, compute, storage, databases.
• Audit experience in public accounting or internal audit, focusing on regulated industries is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in leading and developing diverse teams and overseeing multiple large‑scale projects.
• Proven ability to learn innovative products and technologies and execute related assurance.

The base salary range for this position is $180,000–$210,000 and the position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. Your actual compensation will be dependent on your skills, experience, and qualifications. In addition, we’re proud to offer a range of competitive benefits, a summary of which can be viewed here: US Benefits Overview.

Enjoy benefits that take care of what matters

At AIG, our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in what’s most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security—as well as your professional development—to bring peace of mind to you and your family.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories. AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an email to [e-mail].