Head of Risk & Compliance - Remote

Overview

The Head of Risk & Compliance will be responsible for developing and overseeing our risk management, security, and compliance frameworks. This role will ensure that our AI-driven solutions meet the highest standards of security, privacy, and regulatory requirements.

In Short

• Develop and implement a comprehensive risk and compliance strategy for AI, security, and privacy.
• Establish and maintain governance frameworks to ensure compliance with global regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2, EU AI Act, etc.).
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and legal teams to embed privacy-by-design and security best practices into AI development.
• Lead audits, certifications, and regulatory compliance initiatives to ensure adherence to industry standards.
• Assess and mitigate risks associated with AI model deployment, data security, and third-party integrations.
• Develop internal policies and training programs to build a strong culture of risk awareness and compliance.
• Act as a key point of contact for regulatory agencies, enterprise clients, and security assessments.
• Monitor evolving AI regulations, cybersecurity threats, and industry best practices to ensure proactive compliance.
• Implement and oversee incident response plans, including data breach response and business continuity planning.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in risk management, security, compliance, or related fields, with at least 3 years in AI governance, privacy, or cybersecurity.
• Demonstrated client-facing experience, including dealing directly with Security & Compliance queries, InfoSecs, RFIs, and occasional support for technical sales calls.
• Deep understanding of AI risks, privacy frameworks, and cybersecurity threats.
• Experience working with regulatory bodies and managing audits/certifications (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, NIST, etc.).
• Strong technical background with knowledge of cloud security, encryption, and AI model risk assessment.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills to collaborate cross-functionally and influence stakeholders.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment, balancing compliance with innovation.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CIPP, CISM, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor) are a plus.

Benefits

• Inclusive and equal opportunities employer.
• Commitment to creating an equitable workplace for everyone.