At Freddie Mac, you will do important work to build a better housing finance system and you’ll be part of a team helping to make homeownership and rental housing more accessible and affordable across the nation.
Position Overview:
Freddie Mac is seeking an experienced AI Risk Manager to join our Enterprise Risk Management team. This role will be critical in establishing and providing independent oversight, challenge, and assurance over the 1st line’s risk management activities related to AI initiatives.
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Our Impact:
At Freddie Mac, we are dedicated to making homeownership and rental housing more accessible and affordable. Our innovative AI and machine learning solutions play a crucial role in transforming the mortgage industry, enhancing our ability to serve our customers and communities. As part of our team, you will contribute to ensuring the safety, reliability, and ethical use of AI in our operations.
ERM is responsible for independent review and effective challenge of the company’s financial and non-financial risks. This candidate needs a strong background in AI risk management and a deep understanding of frameworks.
Your Impact:
Develop and implement AI risk management strategies in alignment with the NIST AI RMF and other relevant frameworks.
Conduct independent risk assessments and audits of AI systems to identify potential vulnerabilities and areas for improvement.
Provide oversight and challenge to the 1st line of defense on their AI risk management practices.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure AI systems are designed, developed, and deployed with robust risk mitigation in mind.
Monitor and report on the effectiveness of AI risk management practices and recommend enhancements as needed.
Stay up-to-date with industry trends, regulatory requirements, and best practices in AI risk management.
Provide training and guidance to team members on AI risk management principles and practices.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Risk Management, or 5 years direct experience in a related field; advanced studies/degree preferred.
Typically 8-10 years related experience and 2+ years management experience.
Proven experience in AI risk management, with a focus on frameworks such as NIST AI RMF.
Strong understanding of AI technologies, machine learning models, and their associated risks.
Robust experience using Governance Risk and Controls
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
Experience in writing and developing policies and standards related to AI Risk Management.
Relevant certifications (e.g., CRISC, CISSP) are a plus.
Keys to Success in this Role:
Demonstrated ability to provide independent oversight and challenge in a risk management context.
Proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks associated with AI systems.
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with industry developments.
Strong ethical standards and a commitment to responsible AI practices.
Current Freddie Mac employees please apply through the internal career site.
Today, Freddie Mac makes home possible for one in four home borrowers and is one of the largest sources of financing for multifamily housing. Join our smart, creative and dedicated team and you’ll do important work for the housing finance system and make a difference in the lives of others.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with differing abilities 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.
CA Applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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Time-type:Full time
FLSA Status:Exempt
Freddie Mac offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and market-leading benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.
This position has an annualized market-based salary range of $138,000 - $206,000 and is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.
