Principal Cybersecurity Strategy & Governance Architect (AI)

TL;DR

Principal Cybersecurity Strategy & Governance Architect (AI): Leading enterprise-wide security programs and defining governance frameworks for AI/ML initiatives with an accent on regulatory compliance, risk portfolio management, and OT security. Focus on bridging technical security operations with business objectives and driving secure-by-design behaviors across the organization.

Location: Must be based in Oakland, CA

Salary: $156,000–$218,400

Company

hirify.global is a professional staffing and recruitment firm specializing in technical and engineering placements.

What you will do

• Serve as the primary security liaison for regulatory agencies and internal steering committees.
• Develop and lead enterprise-wide security roadmaps aligned with business risk priorities.
• Establish governance policies for AI/ML models, focusing on adversarial risk and algorithmic bias.
• Conduct consequence-based risk assessments on mission-critical operational technology (OT).
• Act as the final authority on security architecture and compliance across multi-platform environments.
• Influence leadership to adopt secure-by-design behaviors to ensure long-term business resilience.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT, critical infrastructure, or cybersecurity.
• Industry-recognized certification required (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or CISA).
• Expert-level understanding of information security management and global regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to translate complex security metrics into actionable business intelligence.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline.
• Experience navigating complexities in highly regulated corporate environments.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401k retirement plan participation.
• Statutory sick pay where required.
• Commitment to reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
• Inclusive hiring practices considering qualified applicants with diverse backgrounds.