AI Data Protection - Associate Director

Job-ID: 213597Category: Information TechnologyLocation: Jersey City, NJ, United StatesSchedule: Full timePosted: 2026-09-25Salary Range: Associate Director-95,000-180,000-USDFeatured Opportunities: NoFLSA Status: ExemptAre you ready to make an impact at DTCC?Do you want to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a dynamic and supportive team, and receive investment in your professional development? At DTCC, we are at the forefront of innovation in the financial markets. We are committed to helping our employees grow and succeed. We believe that you have the skills and drive to make a real impact. We foster a thriving internal community and are committed to creating a workplace that looks like the world that we serve. The Information Technology group delivers secure, reliable technology solutions that enable DTCC to be the trusted infrastructure of the global capital markets. The team delivers high-quality information through activities that include development of essential, building infrastructure capabilities to meet client needs and implementing data standards and governance.Pay and Benefits:Competitive compensation, including base pay and annual incentiveComprehensive health and life insurance and well-being benefits, based on locationPension / Retirement benefitsPaid Time Off and Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.DTCC offers a flexible/hybrid model of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote (onsite Tuesdays, Wednesdays and a third day unique to each team or employee).The Impact you will have in this role:Being a member of IT Cybersecurity & Platform Engineering team, the Associate Director, AI Security & Data Protection Engineering serves as a technical leader responsible for designing, implementing, and scaling DTCC's data protection capabilities across AI platforms, GenAI services, agentic workflows, cloud environments, and enterprise collaboration channels.The role combines deep expertise in data protection, security architecture, AI risk management, and engineering leadership to ensure sensitive information is appropriately governed throughout the AI lifecycle. The successful candidate will partner closely with Cybersecurity, Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Engineering, Data Management, and Application Development teams to define and implement technical controls that enable AI adoption while protecting DTCC's most sensitive information.This position will lead the design and implementation of controls including AI-aware DLP, automated classification and labeling, AI security guardrails, DSPM integrations, data access governance, prompt and response protections, model interaction controls, and secure AI development practices.The ideal candidate combines hands-on technical expertise with the ability to influence enterprise strategy, drive complex initiatives, and provide technical leadership across multiple security and engineering teams.Your Primary Responsibilities:AI Security Architecture & Technical LeadershipData Protection EngineeringAI Security Controls & GovernancePlatform Integration & Engineering DeliveryAI Threat Analysis, Detection & Continuous ImprovementProgram Leadership & Stakeholder EngagementNOTE: The Primary Responsibilities of this role are not limited to the details above.*Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent experience.Minimum 8 years of experience in cybersecurity, data protection, information security, or security engineering.Minimum 3 years leading complex technical initiatives or security programs.Experience delivering security solutions within financial services or another highly regulated industry preferredTalents Needed for Success:RequiredDeep understanding of Data Protection technologies, controls and governance frameworksStrong understanding of AI, GenAI, LLMs, AI agents, and associated security risks.Experience designing and implementing enterprise-scale security solutions.Strong knowledge of: Data security and Data GovernanceCloud security Encryption and key managementSecure software development practicesAI Security Experience leading technical implementations across multiple engineering.Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.Financial Services or highly regulated industry experience.Experience translating complex technical requirements into scalable enterprise solutionsPreferredExperience securing Generative AI platforms and AI-enabled applications.Experience with RAG architectures, vector databases, AI gateways, and AI security controls.Familiarity with emerging AI security frameworks and industry standards.Experience establishing security guardrails for enterprise AI adoption.Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, Azure Security Engineer, Microsoft Security, or equivalent credentialThe salary range is indicative for roles at the same level within DTCC across all US locations. Actual salary is determined based on the role, location, individual experience, skills, and other considerations. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.About the company With over 50 years of experience, DTCC is the premier post-trade market infrastructure for the global financial services industry. From 20 locations around the world, DTCC, through its subsidiaries, automates, centralizes, and standardizes the processing of financial transactions, mitigating risk, increasing transparency, enhancing performance and driving efficiency for thousands of broker/dealers, custodian banks and asset managers. Industry owned and governed, the firm innovates purposefully, simplifying the complexities of clearing, settlement, asset servicing, transaction processing, trade reporting and data services across asset classes, bringing enhanced resilience and soundness to existing financial markets while advancing the digital asset ecosystem. In 2024, DTCC’s subsidiaries processed securities transactions valued at U.S. $3.7 quadrillion and its depository subsidiary provided custody and asset servicing for securities issues from over 150 countries and territories valued at U.S. $99 trillion. DTCC’s Global Trade Repository service, through locally registered, licensed, or approved trade repositories, processes more than 25 billion messages annually. To learn more, please visit us at or connect with us on LinkedIn, X, YouTube, Facebook and Instagram. DTCC proudly supports Flexible Work Arrangements favoring openness and gives people freedom to do their jobs well, by encouraging diverse opinions and emphasizing teamwork. When you join our team, you’ll have an opportunity to make meaningful contributions at a company that is recognized as a thought leader in both the financial services and technology industries. A DTCC career is more than a good way to earn a living. It’s the chance to make a difference at a company that’s truly one of a kind.Learn more about Clearance and Settlement by clicking here.