AI Governance Lead

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented AI Governance Lead to join our team! In this role you will get to will serve as the AI Governance Lead supporting the USCYBERCOM Chief AI Officer (CAIO). This role is responsible for architecting and operationalizing the institutional structures needed to manage artificial intelligence initiatives across the command. The Governance Lead will map out, implement, and oversee processes, review boards, and operational frameworks to ensure that USCYBERCOM’s AI integration aligns with broader U.S. Government and Department of War governance structures.., * Governance Structure Design: Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of USCYBERCOM’s internal AI governance frameworks, operating procedures, workflows, and oversight mechanisms to ensure effective program execution and accountability. DoW & Federal Integration: Analyze and implement applicable U.S. Government and Department of War (DoW) AI governance models, directives, and best practices, ensuring the command’s internal governance processes align with national defense priorities and strategic objectives. Process & Board Management: Establish, coordinate, and manage AI governance review boards, project intake processes, and lifecycle decision points to promote accountability, assess capability maturity, and ensure alignment of resources with mission priorities. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with the AI Policy Lead, technical teams, legal counsel, operational directorates, and other key stakeholders to translate governance requirements into effective operational practices across the command. Executive Leadership Support: Develop governance charters, standard operating procedures, process documentation, executive summaries, and briefing materials to provide senior military and civilian leadership with visibility into governance effectiveness, organizational readiness, and oversight activities.

• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in institutional governance, program oversight, operational management, or compliance, preferably within the defense or national security sector.
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Public Policy, Organizational Management, Information Systems, Law, Artificial Intelligence, or a closely related discipline w/ 12 years experience or MS degree in relevant field w/ 10 years experience.
• Demonstrated, deep understanding of U.S. Government and Department of War (DoW) governance structures, agency hierarchies, and operational frameworks, specifically regarding Artificial Intelligence or advanced technology integration.
• Proven ability to build structured, scalable management processes from the ground up within complex bureaucratic environments.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and written/verbal communication skills, with experience presenting complex operational frameworks to senior decision-makers.
• Active TS SCI w/polygraph

Pulled from the full job description

• Military leave
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid military leave, An active Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph security clearance is required for this position.

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

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Salary Range: $134,100.00 - $241,400.00

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Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

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