AVP, IT & AI Governance

Bayview Asset Management•Coral Gables, FL

About The Position

Bayview Asset Management is seeking a highly experienced Assistant Vice President (AVP), IT & AI Governance to lead the firm’s enterprise technology governance function. This role is responsible for establishing and overseeing a robust IT and Artificial Intelligence (AI) governance framework that ensures alignment with business strategy, regulatory requirements, risk management standards, and operational excellence. The AVP will oversee IT governance, AI governance, model risk alignment, technology risk management, and regulatory compliance across the organization. This role serves as a key control function, partnering with IT, Risk, Compliance, Legal, Information Security, and business leadership to ensure safe, responsible, and compliant use of technology — including emerging AI and Generative AI capabilities.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of IT governance frameworks and standards (COBIT, ITIL, NIST, ISO 27001)
Proficiency with IT governance, risk, and compliance tools
Solid understanding of IT infrastructure, applications, and cybersecurity principles
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to convey complex concepts to non‑technical audiences
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with sound judgment in complex situations
Proven leadership and people management capabilities
Experience leading projects and initiatives from inception through execution
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement IT policies, procedures, and controls
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field
A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in IT governance, risk management, or a related field, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
Experience with regulatory compliance and risk management in the IT domain

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred
Certifications such as CISA, CISM, CRISC, or CGEIT are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Lead enterprise IT and AI governance frameworks aligned with NIST, SCF, NYDFS, and regulatory best practices
Embed AI governance into IT, data, and enterprise risk programs
Ensure governance is scalable, repeatable, and audit-ready
Partner with Model Risk Management to align with SR 11‑7 and OCC/Fed guidance
Set standards for AI/model documentation and lifecycle oversight
Govern internal, third‑party, and Generative AI solutions
Maintain AI risk taxonomy, reporting, and escalation
Identify, assess, and monitor IT and AI risks
Own mitigation strategies, control frameworks, and centralized risk register
Lead risk assessments, governance reviews, and control testing
Ensure compliance with IT and AI regulatory requirements
Establish AI compliance monitoring
Serve as primary liaison for audits and regulatory exams
Maintain documentation, evidence retention, and audit trails
Develop and maintain IT and AI policies, standards, and procedures
Lead periodic reviews and operational adoption
Align governance with IT and digital transformation strategy
Provide governance review for new technology initiatives
Assess emerging AI technologies prior to adoption
Define AI governance standards for vendors
Partner with Vendor Risk to assess controls, transparency, validation, and data protections
Ensure AI‑specific contractual safeguards
Define KPIs and KRIs for IT and AI governance
Report risk posture, compliance status, and remediation to leadership
Drive continuous improvement
Advise leaders on responsible AI adoption
Promote ethical technology use and risk awareness
Lead governance training and cross‑functional forums
Lead and develop the IT Governance team
Build enterprise AI governance capabilities
Establish clear accountability across IT, Risk, Compliance, and business teams