Director, AI & Data Strategy – Integrations

About the role

Mastercard is seeking a Director to lead its AI and data strategy for integrating Recorded Future capabilities across the product and services portfolio. The role focuses on cyber threat intelligence, AI‑enabled solutions, data rights, governance, and commercialization to create customer value and drive growth.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the integration and enablement of Recorded Future data, cyber threat intelligence, and AI capabilities within Mastercard.
• Identify and develop opportunities to use threat intelligence and AI‑driven insights for product innovation and revenue growth.
• Partner with Product, Cybersecurity, Technology, Privacy, Legal, and Risk teams to define data and AI strategies.
• Assess third‑party data rights, licensing, usage restrictions, and commercial potential.
• Support AI and data governance, privacy, and security initiatives to ensure responsible use.
• Define data requirements and governance approaches for new products and strategic initiatives.
• Lead complex, cross‑functional programs involving multiple stakeholders and workstreams.
• Communicate strategic recommendations, business opportunities, and risks to senior leadership.

Required profile

• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, threat intelligence, data strategy, data governance, product development, or related fields.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Proven ability to work across product, technology, legal, and risk functions.
• Strong understanding of data licensing, privacy regulations, and responsible AI principles.

Required skills