Senior AI Data Governance Lead (TS/SCI)

Cornerstone Defense; Chevy Chase (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornerstone Defense in Bethesda, MD seeks an AI Data Management Specialist to guide data lifecycle, protection, and governance for a government-focused program. You will collaborate with CAIO/CDO and senior IT leadership to align data practices with mission needs.

The role requires TS/SCI with CI Poly clearance, a strong background in data management, AI concepts, and zero trust principles, plus experience coordinating cross-agency stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with 8+ years of experience in data management.
• Advanced knowledge of data lifecycle, protection, and governance in government or large enterprise contexts.
• Understanding of AI concepts and vectorization in AI.
• Familiarity with zero trust architecture and data architectures.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical and strategic guidance on data lifecycle management across data collection, storage, usage, sharing, and disposal.
• Deliver data protection guidance addressing risks to personal information and civil liberties.
• Coordinate with senior government data managers and technical teams to align priorities and solutions.
• Advise on AI adoption paths and AI-enabled data strategies; discuss vectorization in AI and data-driven solutions.
• Identify gaps in data infrastructure, strategy, and implementation for senior leadership.

Skills

Data management

AI concepts

Vectorization in AI

Data protection

Stakeholder coordination

Zero trust principles

Data architecture

Civil liberties awareness

Government environment familiarity

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Cornerstone Defense in Bethesda, MD seeks an AI Data Management Specialist to guide data lifecycle, protection, and governance for a government-focused program. You will collaborate with CAIO/CDO and senior IT leadership to align data practices with mission needs.

The role requires TS/SCI with CI Poly clearance, a strong background in data management, AI concepts, and zero trust principles, plus experience coordinating cross-agency stakeholders.