AI Governance & Security Specialist

Description

AI Governance & Security Specialist

Own and enforce AI governance, policies, and tool control across the company, ensuring secure, compliant, and efficient AI adoption while managing risks related to data, integrations,

Key Responsibilities

• Define and enforce AI governance policies and standards
• Set guidelines for tools, data usage (PII, sensitive data), and integrations
• Evaluate and approve AI tools and use cases (risk, data exposure, permissions)
• Own security aspects: access control, data protection, and compliance
• Build and manage AI onboarding and approval processes
• Monitor usage, ensure compliance, and conduct audits
• Work with IT, R&D, and business teams on safe AI adoption
• Track AI initiatives, risks, and dependencies

Technical Knowledge

• Data security & privacy (PII, sensitive data handling)
• Access control and permissions
• API integrations, data flows, and third-party data exposure risks
• Understanding of SaaS environments and external tool risks
• Familiarity with AI tools
• Experience with AI/ML tools and use cases - advantage
• Cybersecurity, compliance, or IT risk background - advantage
• Experience with automation tools (Make, Zapier) - advantage

Key Competencies

• Strong ownership and ability to enforce processes
• High attention to detail (risk & data)
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Why Join Us

• Lead AI governance in a global company
• Build and own a critical function from the ground up
• Work with leadership and multiple teams
• Direct impact on innovation, efficiency, and security

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in IT roles (systems, infrastructure, or security) — not only project management
• Strong understanding of IT architecture, SaaS ecosystems, APIs, and integrations
• Solid knowledge of IT security principles, data protection, and risk management practices
• Experience working with cross-functional teams (IT, R&D, business)
• Proven ability to manage IT projects/processes, including coordination, prioritization, and follow-up across multiple stakeholders
• Location - Tirana