Principal AI Strategy & Governance

• Define and evolve the enterprise AI strategy operating model and governance aligned to company transformation goals.
• Establish and run the AI CoE forum including monthly cross-functional meetings and decision-making processes.
• Partner with business and technology leaders to identify assess and prioritize high-impact AI use cases-balancing feasibility value risk and ethics.
• Standardize intake evaluation and approval workflows.
• Embed responsible AI principles risk management privacy security and compliance into all AI initiatives.
• Establish enterprise AI guardrails standards and review mechanisms.
• Champion change management and enterprise AI fluency programs.
• Drive education and enablement for leadership and teams to accelerate safe adoption.
• Evaluate AI platforms tools and vendors; partner with Security and Technology to select best-in-class secure solutions.
• Define and track KPIs/OKRs for AI adoption product success risk mitigation and business value/ROI.
• Support business leaders in communicating outcomes and impact.
• Lead mentor and grow a high-performing multidisciplinary AI CoE team.
• Remove barriers align stakeholders and cultivate a culture of innovation with operational rigor.
• Stay current on AI trends regulations and emerging risks; translate insights into actionable guidance for Optimum.

• Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science Engineering Data Science or related field
• 10+ years in senior technology leadership (AI/ML digital transformation or product/platform leadership)
• Proven experience establishing or scaling a Center of Excellence or enterprise program
• Deep understanding of modern AI architectures cloud platforms and enterprise AI stacks (including generative AI considerations)
• Demonstrated success in change management adoption and upskilling across diverse business units
• Experience integrating risk security compliance and ethical frameworks into AI programs
• Executive presence with the ability to communicate complex topics to non-technical audiences and influence at all levels
• Experience in or alongside Security Risk Compliance Legal or within regulated industries a plus
• Track record quantifying and communicating AI ROI and business value
• Vendor/platform evaluation and selection experience

What We Do

We Make a Difference Because We Are the Difference! At Optimum we’re not just connecting people – we’re transforming how they experience the world. With a footprint spanning 21 states and serving approximately 4.5 million residential and business customers we're building the future of connectivity through innovative services like Optimum Fiber Internet Optimum TV and Optimum Mobile. This connectivity wouldn’t be possible without our tremendous workforce of driven employees who are dedicated to ensuring the best possible experience for all of our customers and co-workers We’re a team of bold thinkers curious leaders and collaborative problem-solvers united by a culture that values inclusion innovation and impact. At Optimum every voice matters every idea counts and every team member has the opportunity to grow lead and make a difference. From developing next-gen technology to bridging the digital divide to supporting education and emergency response efforts we lead with purpose and heart. Our Be The Difference initiative drives us to make a positive impact ensuring that our efforts resonate far and wide. From our products and services to our community impact we are creating connections driving innovation and POWERING this world forward. You can be a part of an exciting and transformational workplace at Optimum. Join us to Be the Difference!

Why Work With Us

Our mission is simple: deliver the best customer and employee experience while transforming how we work and grow. We’re on a journey to become the connectivity provider of choice – investing in our network reimagining our products and building a culture where people thrive. With nearly 4.5 million customers across 21 states we’re transforming fr

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