Senior AI Assurance & Governance Lead

MITRE; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 174,000 - 261,000; Full time

Job summary

MITRE in McLean, VA is seeking a senior AI governance specialist to shape policies for trustworthy AI across government and industry. The role focuses on designing governance frameworks, conducting risk assessments, and coordinating with engineering, legal, and product teams to ensure compliant AI systems.

On-site presence is required three days per week, with clearances and policy expertise valued. You will mentor staff, communicate complex concepts clearly, and help sponsors translate evolving

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in artificial intelligence or related field with relevant degree.
• Strong understanding of AI governance, risk, and compliance.
• Experience engaging senior stakeholders and translating regulations into policy.

Responsibilities

• Design AI governance frameworks aligned with standards (NIST RMF, ISO 42001).
• Collaborate with engineering, data science, legal teams to integrate governance into lifecycle.
• Support AI risk assessments and model explainability reviews.
• Monitor AI regulations and translate into internal policies.
• Develop training to improve AI governance literacy across teams.
• Lead and mentor technical staff.

Skills

AI governance

AI risk assessment

Policy compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Clearance management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Master’s degree or PhD preferred

Tools

ATLAS threat matrix

Job description

MITRE in McLean, VA is seeking a senior AI governance specialist to shape policies for trustworthy AI across government and industry. The role focuses on designing governance frameworks, conducting risk assessments, and coordinating with engineering, legal, and product teams to ensure compliant AI systems.

On-site presence is required three days per week, with clearances and policy expertise valued. You will mentor staff, communicate complex concepts clearly, and help sponsors translate evolving