AVP, IT & AI Governance

Overview

ABOUT US

Founded in 1993, Bayview Asset Management is an investment management firm focused on investments in mortgage and consumer credit, including whole loans, asset-backed securities, mortgage servicing rights, and other credit-related assets.

POSITION SUMMARY

Bayview Asset Management is seeking a highly experienced Assistant Vice President (AVP), IT & AI Governance to lead the firm’s enterprise technology governance function. This role is responsible for establishing and overseeing a robust IT and Artificial Intelligence (AI) governance framework that ensures alignment with business strategy, regulatory requirements, risk management standards, and operational excellence.

The AVP will oversee IT governance, AI governance, model risk alignment, technology risk management, and regulatory compliance across the organization. This role serves as a key control function, partnering with IT, Risk, Compliance, Legal, Information Security, and business leadership to ensure safe, responsible, and compliant use of technology — including emerging AI and Generative AI capabilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

IT & AI Governance Leadership

Lead enterprise IT and AI governance frameworks aligned with NIST, SCF, NYDFS, and regulatory best practices

Embed AI governance into IT, data, and enterprise risk programs

Ensure governance is scalable, repeatable, and audit-ready

AI Risk & Model Governance

Partner with Model Risk Management to align with SR 11 ‑ 7 and OCC/Fed guidance

Set standards for AI/model documentation and lifecycle oversight

Govern internal, third ‑ party, and Generative AI solutions

Maintain AI risk taxonomy, reporting, and escalation

IT & AI Risk Management

Identify, assess, and monitor IT and AI risks

Own mitigation strategies, control frameworks, and centralized risk register

Lead risk assessments, governance reviews, and control testing

Regulatory, Audit & Compliance

Ensure compliance with IT and AI regulatory requirements

Establish AI compliance monitoring

Serve as primary liaison for audits and regulatory exams

Maintain documentation, evidence retention, and audit trails

Policy & Control Frameworks

Develop and maintain IT and AI policies, standards, and procedures

Lead periodic reviews and operational adoption

Strategy & Emerging Technology

Align governance with IT and digital transformation strategy

Provide governance review for new technology initiatives

Assess emerging AI technologies prior to adoption

Third ‑ Party & Vendor AI Governance

Define AI governance standards for vendors

Partner with Vendor Risk to assess controls, transparency, validation, and data protections

Ensure AI ‑ specific contractual safeguards

Metrics & Reporting

Define KPIs and KRIs for IT and AI governance

Report risk posture, compliance status, and remediation to leadership

Drive continuous improvement

Stakeholder Engagement & Culture

Advise leaders on responsible AI adoption

Promote ethical technology use and risk awareness

Lead governance training and cross ‑ functional forums

Leadership

Lead and develop the IT Governance team

Build enterprise AI governance capabilities

Establish clear accountability across IT, Risk, Compliance, and business teams

SKILLS & REQUIRMENTS:

Strong knowledge of IT governance frameworks and standards (COBIT, ITIL, NIST, ISO 27001)

Proficiency with IT governance, risk, and compliance tools

Solid understanding of IT infrastructure, applications, and cybersecurity principles

Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to convey complex concepts to non ‑ technical audiences

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with sound judgment in complex situations

Proven leadership and people management capabilities

Experience leading projects and initiatives from inception through execution

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast ‑ paced environment

Demonstrated ability to develop and implement IT policies, procedures, and controls

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred

A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in IT governance, risk management, or a related field, with at least 3 years in a leadership role

Experience with regulatory compliance and risk management in the IT domain

Certifications, Licenses, and/or Registration

Certifications such as CISA, CISM, CRISC, or CGEIT are highly desirable.

EEOC

Bayview is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All aspects of consideration for employment and employment with the Company are governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.