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# SC-Cleared AI & Data Governance Lead in Defence

- **Company:** iO Associates
- **Location:** Bristol, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Governance, Deployment Automation
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815180676-sc-cleared-ai--data-governance-lead-in-defence

## About the Role

This role requires strong data governance and risk management experience in defence or government, with ISO 27001 and ISO 42001 knowledge, plus active UK SC or DV
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## Description

iO Associates in the United Kingdom is seeking an AI & Data Governance Lead for a leading defence consultancy. You will establish robust governance models for AI deployments across mission-critical programs and collaborate with military end-users, data engineers, and regulators to ensure compliant, ethical, and secure AI systems.

This role requires strong data governance and risk management experience in defence or government, with ISO 27001 and ISO 42001 knowledge, plus active UK SC or DV


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