AI Analyst at Alliance Trust Company of Nevada in Reno, NV

Position Overview

The AI Analyst supports the evaluation, implementation, monitoring, and governance of artificial intelligence tools and related data-driven technologies across the organization. The role serves as a bridge between business operations, legal and compliance requirements, information technology, risk management, and end users to help ensure AI solutions are deployed responsibly, effectively, and in alignment with organizational objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluate AI tools, models, and vendors for business applicability, operational impact, data governance, security, and regulatory risk.
• Partner with business units, including legal, compliance, operations, HR, and IT, to identify, assess, and prioritize AI use cases.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of AI governance documentation, including use-case inventories, risk assessments, approval records, controls documentation, and monitoring logs.
• Analyze AI-generated outputs for accuracy, consistency, bias, explainability concerns, and operational suitability; escalate issues and recommend corrective action where needed.
• Support the creation, implementation, and maintenance of internal AI policies, standards, procedures, and acceptable-use guidelines.
• Conduct due diligence reviews of third-party AI providers, including review of contractual terms, confidentiality safeguards, privacy controls, security measures, and compliance representations.
• Translate technical AI concepts into practical business guidance for non-technical stakeholders.
• Assist with employee education and training regarding the responsible and approved use of AI tools.
• Monitor legal, regulatory, and industry developments relating to artificial intelligence, data use, privacy, and technology governance.
• Prepare reports, summaries, and recommendations for management regarding AI-related opportunities, risks, controls, and performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned, consistent with business needs and applicable law.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in data science, computer science, information systems, business analytics, finance, legal studies, or a related field; advanced degree or relevant certification preferred.
• Three to seven years of experience in analytics, technology risk, compliance, operations, legal support, audit, data governance, or AI-related functions.
• Working knowledge of AI and machine learning concepts, including model limitations, training data considerations, and common operational risks.
• Familiarity with data privacy, information security, records management, and governance principles.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex concepts clearly to varied audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; experience with Excel, reporting tools, SQL, Python, or business intelligence platforms is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, maintain confidentiality, and exercise sound judgment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a regulated industry, such as financial services, healthcare, legal services, or government-regulated business environments.
• Familiarity with AI governance frameworks, model risk management practices, or technology control environments.
• Experience conducting vendor diligence, policy drafting, control testing, or compliance reviews.
• Exposure to internal audit, enterprise risk management, privacy compliance, or records governance.

Core Competencies

• Critical thinking and sound judgment
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ethical reasoning and risk awareness
• Initiative and accountability
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Collaboration across departments
• Adaptability in a changing technology and regulatory environment

Work Environment

This position operates in a professional office environment and may be performed in an in-office, hybrid, or remote setting, depending on business needs and company policy. The role may require extended periods of computer use, participation in meetings, and management of multiple concurrent priorities.

Employment Classification and Legal Compliance

This position is classified as exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and applicable state and local wage-and-hour laws.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, level, and essential functions of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications, and the Company reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties, or to assign other responsibilities, consistent with business needs and applicable law.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all aspects of employment. The Company prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.

Employment decisions will be based on legitimate business needs, job-related qualifications, and individual merit, without regard to any status protected under applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation

The Company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees in accordance with applicable law. Reasonable accommodation may include appropriate adjustments to the application process, work environment, job duties, or the manner in which work is customarily performed, unless doing so would create an undue hardship or otherwise be inconsistent with law.

Applicants who need an accommodation during the application or interview process, and employees who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of the position or access the benefits and privileges of employment, should notify Human Resources or another designated Company representative.

Work Authorization and Policy Compliance

Any selected candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must comply with all Company policies and procedures, including policies relating to confidentiality, data protection, acceptable technology use, information security, workplace conduct, anti-harassment, records management, and compliance obligations. Employment may be contingent on completion of legally permissible background screening, reference checks, and other pre-employment requirements, where applicable.

Acknowledgment

This job description does not constitute a contract of employment and does not alter the at-will nature of employment where at-will employment applies, subject to applicable law and any written agreement approved by the Company.