Vice President, Data & AI Governance and Privacy

Vice President, Data & AI Governance and Privacy

Position Overview

The Enterprise Data, Analytics & AI organization at Marriott is pioneering the future of hospitality, serving as Marriott's AI-driven nerve center, where data and analytics converge to guide decisions—delivering end-to-end insights across every journey and unlocking transformative business value through advanced analytics and AI-powered solutions. The organization is seeking a Vice President, Data & AI Governance and Privacy. This executive is responsible for executing the enterprise-wide strategy for data governance, privacy operations, and responsible AI. This role ensures that data and AI are accurate, well-managed, and used ethically and compliantly across the organization, enabling innovation while protecting stakeholder trust and regulatory alignment. As a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, this leader brings deep expertise in data governance, privacy operations, and AI risk management, working with the Law Department and the Global Privacy Office to translate complex regulatory and technical requirements into clear, actionable processes. They champion enterprise-wide adoption of data and AI policies, standards, and stewardship models that promote data and AI quality, transparency, and accountability. This role is responsible for developing the strategy and operationalizing governance structures that span data classification, metadata management, data quality, and data management in general, as well as AI modeling best practices, AI governance, with responsible and lifecycle stewardship across all areas. The leader also sponsors the implementation of governance and privacy-enhancing technologies, supports regulatory readiness, and partners closely with the Global Privacy Office, Law Department, Risk Management, and Global Information Security teams to mitigate data and AI-related risks. The leader also works closely with Product and Operational teams across Data, Analytics and AI to ensure the development, deployment, and operation of enabling processes and capabilities. Through cross-functional collaboration and strategic influence, this leader fosters a culture of responsible data and AI use across all business domains. This individual serves as a key leader for Marriott's enterprise-wide Data Governance, Data Privacy, and AI Governance functions, in partnership with the Law Department and the Global Privacy Office. They facilitate the company's data governance committee, ensuring the implementation of privacy-related initiatives that balance regulatory risk with business performance. The role reports to the SVP, Data, Analytics and AI with a dotted line reporting relationship to the SVP, Global Privacy / Compliance Officer.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 years of experience in data and AI governance, privacy, compliance, or related fields, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Information Systems, Data Science, Law) required; advanced degree (e.g., Master's in Data Management, Computer Science, or Law) strongly preferred.
• Proven track record in defining and executing enterprise data strategy and AI governance programs within complex, matrixed organizations.
• Deep expertise in operationalizing global data and AI privacy laws and regulatory frameworks (e.g., GDPR, CCPA), with strong risk management capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with Legal, Risk, Security, and Compliance teams.
• Strong understanding of data management best practices, including metadata management, data quality, and stewardship.
• Strong understanding of AI best practices, including modeling best practices, model risk management, red / blue teaming and stewardship.
• Experience with governance and privacy tools (e.g., Atlan, Big Eye, OneTrust, BigID).
• Exceptional communication and influencing skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience in regulated industries (e.g., hospitality, healthcare, financial services) is preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CIPP, CIPM, or equivalent are preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Build and mentor a high‑performing analytics team with capabilities that promote data and AI privacy and governance.

About Us

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non‑discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

All positions offer a 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, discounts at Marriott properties, commuter benefits, employee assistance plan, and childcare discounts. Benefits are subject to terms and conditions, which may include rules regarding eligibility, enrollment, waiting period, contribution, benefit limits, election changes, benefit exclusions, and others. Full‑time positions also offer coverage for medical, dental, vision, health care flexible spending account, dependent care flexible spending account, life insurance, disability insurance, accident insurance, adoption expense reimbursements, paid parental leave and educational assistance.

Washington Applicants Only : Employees will accrue paid sick leave, 0.077 PTO balance for every hour worked and be eligible to receive a minimum of 9 holidays annually.

Marriott HQ is committed to a hybrid work environment that enables associates to be connected. Headquarters‑based positions are considered hybrid, for candidates within a commuting distance to Bethesda, MD; candidates outside of commuting distance to Bethesda, MD will be considered for Remote positions.

About the Team

Marriott International is the world's largest hotel company, with more brands, more hotels and more opportunities for associates to grow and succeed. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

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