Senior Manager, Head of Data & AI

The Institute of Internal Auditors Inc • Lake Mary, FL

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Head of Data & AI is a strategic and hands-on technology leader responsible for building and leading IIA's enterprise data, analytics, and artificial intelligence capabilities. Reporting to the Vice President of Technology, AI & Product Experience, you'll define the strategy and roadmap for data engineering, analytics, AI, and governance while leading a high-performing team and partnering across the organization to deliver secure, scalable, and business-driven solutions. This is a unique opportunity to build the organization's modern data and AI capability, establish enterprise standards, and help shape how AI creates measurable value across the business.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7+ years of experience in data engineering, analytics, machine learning, or AI, including 2+ years leading technical teams.
• Experience designing and managing cloud-based data platforms using Azure, Databricks, Spark, Delta Lake, or similar technologies.
• Experience deploying and supporting production AI, machine learning, or LLM-based solutions.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and Python.
• Experience with data governance, data quality, cataloging, lineage, and access management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience implementing MLOps and AI governance practices.
• Experience in a regulated, nonprofit, association, or professional services environment.
• Familiarity with Azure cloud services, SaaS platforms, and enterprise architecture.
• Knowledge of AI governance frameworks such as NIST AI RMF or ISO/IEC 42001.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategy and execution of enterprise data engineering, analytics, AI, and governance initiatives.
• Build and evolve IIA's cloud data platform, including lakehouse architecture, data pipelines, analytics, and governance capabilities.
• Deliver production-ready AI and machine learning solutions that drive measurable business outcomes.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing Data & AI team while partnering with implementation vendors.
• Establish best practices for data governance, AI governance, model evaluation, and responsible AI adoption.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Technical Product Management, Information Security, Legal, and business leaders to deliver innovative technology solutions.
• Communicate technical strategy and business value effectively to executive leadership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior