AI Consultant

Introduction
At IBM, we know that transformation drives change, and it is in our DNA to continuously transform. Our Business Transformation Consultants help drive large scale change that spans IBM business units and geographies. As a part of this team, you will have the unique opportunity to be a part of driving IBM’s ongoing transformation as a company that continuously innovates and leads the market.

Your Role and Responsibilities

As an AI Consultant, you will meticulously analyze AI models for potential risks, including data bias, output bias, and decision bias, and provide actionable, holistic recommendations for mitigation. Your detail-oriented nature and analytical skills will drive thorough audits, while your strong interpersonal skills will enable you to effectively communicate complex findings and guide practitioners towards effective corrective actions. This role requires not just a deep understanding of AI risks but also the ability to foster a growth mindset, both in yourself and among your colleagues. We value continuous learning and expect you to stay ahead of emerging trends, best practices, and evolving regulations in AI governance, cybersecurity, and ethical AI practices.

Working in the IBM Consulting Asset Engineering team brings a rich set of colleagues and industry differentiating Assets to bear in support IBM’s strategy to be an Offering and Asset powered business. You will have the opportunity to connect with the world’s foremost leaders in AI working on cutting edge solutions to our client’s toughest business problems, creating the future in an explainable, transparent and brand focused manner.

The AI Consultant is responsible for driving and executing AI assessments and associated processes within their assigned BUs through the Integrated Governance Program (IGP). This includes enablement and education across IBM Consulting teams, inventory governance, technical support and assisting consultants with the execution of corporate and Consulting-specific AI and ethics policies and practices.

This role will work collaboratively with the IBM Consulting AI Leader and the broader IBM Consulting organization.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensure that all mandatory system records are accurately updated, including (but not limited to) the Integrated Governance Registration for Privacy, Tech Ethics and Data
  (IGR) form, Privacy & aI Management System (PIMS) inventories, and the AI Impact Assessment (AIIA) process as specified by the Office of Privacy and Responsible Technology (OPRT) for their specific BU.
• Engage and assist AI Owners with the completion of their AIIAs (when generated), technical requirements, and remediation steps to ensure that all AI mandatory requirements are met.
• Help educate AI Owners on the proper execution of AI policies and BU practices, including the Integrated Governance Program (IGP).
• Cooperate with the OPRT to address requests and questions that require BU support.
• Understand and be a spokesperson for the delivery of OPRT owned programs by helping to communicate the applicable requirements within their BU (leveraging OPRT AI guidance and training).
• Develop strong connections with their AI Ethics Focal Points and the Legal Counsel to
  ensure the adequate execution of the IBM Consulting compliance program.
• Coordinate with Business AI Leaders (BALs), Business Unit Privacy Leads (BPLs), IBM Consulting BISO and Data Governance Leads to build a stronger community of experts and share best practices.
• Attend the OPRT led BAL meetings to stay current on program updates, priority activities, and any actions required for IBM Consulting.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• Strong consultancy background with previous experience in management consultancy
• A passion for the latest AI developments and AI Governance, Trustworthy AI
• Experience with AI strategy and AI enabled business transformation.
• AI Expert with experience on the topics AI Strategy and AI delivery to enable the industry and client teams
• Excellent communication skills in English

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

• Relevant certifications in AI field