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Information Risk Consultant - Privacy, Data and AI Governance

MassMutual

MassMutual

Software Engineering, Data Science
Boston, MA, USA · Springfield, MA, USA
USD 131,100-172k / year
Posted on Apr 30, 2025

The Opportunity

As an Information Risk Consultant within the Privacy, Data, and AI Governance team you will help MassMutual to define and implement an enterprise-wide program to mature our Governance capabilities for Data Risks. You will partner closely with technical and non-technical teams across the organization to understand their different needs, propose solutions, and work on their implementation. In this role, you will have the opportunity to influence the tools, data and processes that are required to maintain a sound Governance model for Data and AI. The ideal candidate will be able to identify key areas of improvement and work collaboratively within Enterprise Technology and Business Units to enhance key Data and AI capabilities, such as inventory, cataloguing, and data quality.

The Team

This position is part of the Data and AI Governance Capabilities team, who supports MassMutual’s ability to responsibly and ethically achieve its business objectives using data and AI. This department is in a unique position to act as a bridge between technical teams and Business Units for data and AI, in a rapidly changing environment.

The Impact:

  • Manages independently the process to identify new requirements or current gaps for Data and AI Governance tools
  • Proactively builds relationship with Business Units at MassMutual, understanding their maturity level and pain points related to Data and AI Governance
  • Works in a collaborative way with Enterprise Architecture, Development teams, and Governance and Risk departments to define and implement Data and AI Governance solutions
  • Interacts with vendors, ensuring quality of the service, and identifying opportunities for improvement
  • Supports other teams executing operational activities for Data and AI Governance, by providing solutions that help improve their processes and the data they are managing
  • Leads parts of the non-technical aspects of the implementation of tools necessary to support Data and AI Governance control objectives, acting as Product Owner for specific capabilities within the toolset
  • Innovation: continuously look within and beyond the job, anticipating business needs and opportunities

The Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Computer Science, Data Science, Data Management, Analytics, or similar majors related degree
  • 8+ years of experience on Data Governance, Information Governance, or Data Management programs, preferably within financial services or other regulated industry
  • 8+ years of experience working on strategic, cross-functional, enterprise-wide initiatives, with a high degree of change management
  • 5+ years of experience creating materials for executive level audience

The Ideal Qualifications

  • Knowledge of widely accepted data governance frameworks
  • Relevant professional certifications from institutions such as DAMA, ARMA or ISACA
  • Ability to work independently on highly visible and strategic initiatives
  • Expertise with Data Governance platforms such as Alation, Collibra, Informatica or InfoSphere.

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Salary Range:

$131,100.00-$172,000.00

At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair equitable pay, by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees. Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component.

Why Join Us.

We’ve been around since 1851. During our history, we’ve learned a few things about making sure our customers are our top priority. In order to meet and exceed their expectations, we must have the best people providing the best thinking, products and services. To accomplish this, we celebrate an inclusive, vibrant and diverse culture that encourages growth, openness and opportunities for everyone. A career with MassMutual means you will be part of a strong, stable and ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits. And your voice will always be heard.

We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As a company owned by our policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to put customers first. It’s more than our company structure – it’s our way of life. We are a company of people protecting people. Our company exists because people are willing to share risk and resources, and rely on each other when it counts. At MassMutual, we Live Mutual.

MassMutual is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply. Note: Veterans are welcome to apply, regardless of their discharge status.

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At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair, equitable pay by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees. Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component. For more information about our extensive benefits offerings please check out our Total Rewards at a Glance.