AI Governance Analyst

• AI Governance Analyst
• Charlotte, NC

• Type:

• Contract

• Category:

• Business Analysis

• Industry:

• Energy

• Reference ID:

• JN -042026-106443

• Date Posted:

• 04/16/2026

• Shortcut:

• http://careers.eliassen.com/qbpXO4 + Description + Recommended Jobs

• Description:

• _Hybrid 3 on in Charlotte, NC_ Our client seeks an AI Governance Analyst to enable responsible, secure, and compliant adoption of AI technologies.

The role will vet in-house and third-party AI solutions, improve acquisition workflows, and support cross-functional governance for risk, compliance, and agentic AI. The analyst will assess risks, document findings, and translate technical concepts into actionable guidance for varied stakeholders. _Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance._

Rate:

$60.00 to $50.00/hr. w2 JN -042026-106443 \#LI-JS1

• Responsibilities:

• + Lead and participate in working sessions to vet AI use cases against AI usage policies.

+ Conduct AI risk assessments using frameworks and tools to evaluate capabilities and risks, and document outcomes. + Balance ad hoc, time-sensitive AI vetting with ongoing governance and process initiatives. + Refine and scale intake, review, and vetting workflows for AI-enabled software acquisitions. + Collaborate with Sourcing, Solution Architecture, Cybersecurity, and Legal to embed AI governance into acquisition processes. + Identify process gaps and recommend improvements to strengthen governance and enable responsible innovation. + Serve as liaison across AI core, Cybersecurity, Legal, and Sourcing for cohesive execution of AI initiatives. + Support terminology alignment and contribute to defining AI concepts such as AI agents and agentic AI. + Develop and maintain governance documentation, including policies, standards, and ethical guidelines. + Provide guidance on governance posture, risk tolerance, and control expectations for AI initiatives. + Offer insight on governance artifacts such as model registries, model cards, and AI documentation standards. + Author and maintain vetting reports, risk assessments, decision summaries, and process documentation. + Translate complex AI and risk concepts into clear guidance for technical and non-technical stakeholders. + Communicate AI risks, compliance obligations, and next steps in a timely manner. + Support education and awareness on responsible AI use and governance expectations.

• Experience Requirements:

• + Experience in AI governance, risk management, compliance, or related disciplines.

+ Working knowledge of AI systems, model types, data dependencies, and lifecycle considerations. + Familiarity with recognized AI governance frameworks and standards such as the NIST AI RMF or similar. + Strong analytical skills to assess risk, synthesize findings, and recommend actions. + Excellent written and verbal communication with experience producing clear documentation. + Ability to manage multiple workstreams, including planned initiatives and ad hoc AI vetting requests. + Proven collaboration across technical, legal, and business teams in a matrixed environment. + AIGP or similar AI governance-centric certifications (preferred).

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• _and hiring_
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• _Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate.

The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range._ _W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality._ _If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please ensure that you are working directly with us by confirming the following:_ _

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About Eliassen Group:

_ _Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations reach further and achieve more through our technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. For nearly 40 years, we have combined exceptional people, deep domain expertise, and intelligent capabilities to expand our clients' capacity and accelerate meaningful outcomes. We are driven by a purpose to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve._ _Eliassen is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and all employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. Eliassen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, sexual preference or orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), marital status, creed, religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, prohibited criminal record inquiries of applicants and employees, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws._ _Don't miss out on our referral program! If we hire a candidate that you refer us to then you can be eligible for a $1,000 referral check!_