AI Data Protection Manager

AI Data Protection Manager – Easterseals Southern California

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Easterseals is leading the way to full equity, inclusion and access through life-changing disability and community services. For more than 100 years, we have worked tirelessly with our partners to enhance quality of life and expand local access to healthcare, education and employment opportunities. Easterseals Southern California provides essential services and on-the-ground supports to more than 15,000 people each year—from early childhood programs for the critical first five years, to autism services, daily and independent living services for adults, employment programs, veterans’ services and more.

Our public education, policy and advocacy initiatives positively shape perceptions and address the urgent and evolving needs of the one in four Americans with disabilities today. Together, we’re empowering people with disabilities, families and communities to be full and equal participants in society.

Join us as we seek to be the most inclusive place for people with disabilities to live, learn, work & play

Strategic leader centered on AI and data risk management, protection, compliance, and governance, particularly with Microsoft Copilot, Purview, and related AI tools. Manages AI governance, regulatory compliance, risk and bias assessments, and documentation. Experienced data protection manager with expertise in Microsoft Purview, Copilot, and AI systems, capable of defining data governance policies, ensuring adherence to laws and regulations through risk assessments, monitoring regulatory changes, and collaborating to mitigate risks.

Designs and oversees responsible AI policies and compliance strategies, data classification, and retention policies while working closely with Compliance and other IT teams. Strong leadership, systems thinking, and advocacy are essential to cultivate a culture of accountability and trust in AI internally and with clients.

Hiring Salary Range: $116k - $144,500k / yr.

Strategic leader centered on AI and data risk management, protection, compliance, and governance, particularly with Microsoft Copilot, Purview, and related AI tools. Manages AI governance, regulatory compliance, risk and bias assessments, and documentation. Experienced data protection manager with expertise in Microsoft Purview, Copilot, and AI systems, capable of defining data governance policies, ensuring adherence to laws and regulations through risk assessments, monitoring regulatory changes, and collaborating to mitigate risks.

Designs and oversees responsible AI policies and compliance strategies, data classification, and retention policies while working closely with Compliance and other IT teams. Strong leadership, systems thinking, and advocacy are essential to cultivate a culture of accountability and trust in AI internally and with clients.

• Develops and implements comprehensive Microsoft Purview policies for data governance, compliance, and risk management.
• Creates and enforces governance policies for data classification, mapping, retention, and protection to ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory standards. Includes SaaS apps such as SF, data shares, and file systems
• Monitors and manages data access reviews and usage compliance using Purview's advanced data governance tools.
• Coordinates with different teams to integrate Purview with other Azure services and Microsoft 365 applications.
• Generates accurate, comprehensive documentation representing the total output of work delivered to the client.
• Keeps abreast of the latest developments in Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 compliance and data governance features.
• Develops metrics and reporting mechanisms to enhance AI safety, security, and privacy. Stays updated on industry trends and best practices in AI ethics.
• Provides guidance on AI safety and compliance for stakeholders.
• Supports the AI compliance program by managing data and AI inventories to meet regulatory requirements.
• Maintains comprehensive documentation for AI system development and performance.
• Con…