AI and Data Governance

 AI & Data Governance Lead

Location: Bristol / Hybrid (2-3 days on-site)

Security Clearance: Must have active SC clearance (DV Preferred)

Day Rate: £600 – £700 / day (Inside IR35)

The Role

We are looking on behalf of our client, a leading defence consultancy, for an AI & Data Governance Lead to establish and oversee robust framework models for AI deployments across mission-critical defence and security programs. You will bridge the gap between military end-users, data engineers, and regulatory standards to ensure compliant, ethical, and secure AI systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Framework Development: Build and enforce AI governance and data quality frameworks tailored to defence standards and military applications.

• Risk & Compliance: Identify, assess, and manage operational and ethical risks associated with machine learning models and automated decision-making.

• Data Lifecycle Management: Oversee classification, lineage, and access controls for sensitive datasets across multi-domain environments.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Translate complex technical AI risks into clear strategic advice for senior defence clients and leaders.

Requirements

• Proven background in data governance, risk management, or AI ethics within defence, aerospace, or government sectors.

• Strong working knowledge of ISO 27001 (Information Security Management) and ISO 42001 (Artificial Intelligence Management System).

• Hands-on understanding of data management principles, MLOps lifecycles, and model auditing.

• Must have active UK SC clearance (or active DV clearance).