AI Risk Assessment Manager

Dow Chemical•Midland, TX

About The Position

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet. Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place. About you and this role Dow has an exciting opportunity for an AI Risk Assessment Manager located in Midland, MI or Houston, TX. In this role, you will be an active part of Dow’s information security initiatives in general, you’ll conduct and coordinate AI Security Risk assessments and other data protection and information protection initiatives within your assigned scope of the organization. Your primary focus is to ensure all technologies, capabilities, or tools being placed on Dow networks meet robust security risk standards, adhere to all Responsible AI criteria by performing thorough assessments, identifying risks, and supporting the implementation of measures to mitigate them. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams (legal, IT, business units) to help maintain compliance with Responsible AI governance initiatives data protection regulations and industry best practices. This is an associate management role that contributes critically to safeguarding the organization’s reputation and customer trust by supporting Dow’s Information Technology Governance program.

Requirements

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree or relevant military experience at or above a U.S. E5 ranking or Canadian Petty Officer 2nd Class or Sergeant OR 5 years relevant experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.
Minimum of 2 years relevant experience required (data privacy, data protection, AI governance, information security, compliance, or a related role, with a solid understanding of key AI security risk protection laws and regulations (e.g., GDPR, LGPD, PIPL, EU AI Act) and/or a deep interest in this field)
Familiarity with data management practices, IT systems, and security controls related to data protection. (For example, understanding how data is stored, used, and protected in enterprise IT systems and security frameworks: ISO 27001, NIST, etc.)
Understanding of basic risk management principles and their application to AI security (e.g., identifying high-risk processing and applying mitigation).
Strong commitment to ethical conduct and maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
The role will require a flexible work schedule to accommodate meetings across international time zones (global team collaboration is essential).
Risk Management : The ability to identify, assess, and prioritize risks followed by coordinated efforts to minimize, monitor, and control the probability or impact of unfortunate events.
Security Technologies : Proficiency in tools and platforms used to detect, prevent, and respond to cybersecurity threats (e.g., vulnerability scanners, endpoint protection, SIEM).
Critical Thinking : The capacity to analyze complex data, identify patterns, and make informed decisions.
Cyber Risks : Understanding of threats, vulnerabilities, and potential impacts to digital assets and infrastructure.
Written Communication : The ability to convey technical findings, risks, and recommendations clearly and concisely in written form.

Nice To Haves

Experience with the OneTrust platform or similar privacy or GRC management tools is preferred.
Relevant professional certifications in data privacy or security (e.g., CISSP, CIPP, CIPT, CIPM) are a plus.

Responsibilities

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Security Risk Assessments: Plan and execute AI security risk assessments for any technology with an AI component. This includes process understanding, data flow mapping, Responsible AI compliance, and security risk assessments, in coordination with senior Risk Management team members.
Compliance Monitoring: Stay up to date on relevant global AI security frameworks, AI laws, regulations, and industry standards. Ensure that internal policies and practices within your scope align with the evolving legal and regulatory landscape and flag any compliance gaps for remediation.
Risk Identification & Mitigation: Identify potential AI security risks and vulnerabilities in how AI technologies and applications.
Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs): Coordinate and ensure that the AI Security Risk assessments align and support all Security Risk Assessments including, 3rd Party Vendor Risk and Privacy Impact Assessments for new projects, initiatives, or changes to systems using Dow’s OneTrust platform, and prepare the assessment results for review and approval. Ensure privacy considerations are integrated from the outset of projects and follow through on additional requirements.
Training & Awareness: Contribute to privacy training and awareness efforts. This includes helping to organize and deliver AI security training sessions to employees and stakeholders, thereby fostering a strong Security Mindset culture and a clear understanding of information security and AI security risk responsibilities across the organization.
Incident Response: Assist in responding to all data security incidents, data breaches, or complaints. Work with senior team members to ensure prompt investigation and proper actions are taken to address incidents, including documentation and notification processes as required.
Reporting & Documentation: Maintain detailed records of AI security assessments, compliance activities, and any corrective actions taken.
Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance AI security risk processes and controls. Suggest improvements and support initiatives to continuously improve the organization’s AI security risk posture and efficiency of the assessment process.

Benefits

Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.
Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only). Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.
Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.
Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
Additionally, some of our locations might offer:
Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)