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The role supports the AIS Program by providing objective, technical validation input into governance and approval decisions.\nWork Arrangement:\nEmployees who live within 30 miles of the TMG home office are expected to follow a hybrid or in-office schedule. The initial training period may require additional in-office days.\n\nAccountabilities:\nModel Validation (Core Responsibility)\nPerform independent validation of AI/ML models, including:\nModel design, methodology, and assumptions\n\nTraining and test data quality and representativeness\n\nPerformance metrics, thresholds, and benchmarking\n\nReview vendor-provided FactSheets and technical documentation for completeness and accuracy\n\nRisk Assessment\nEvaluate key model risks, including:\nBias and fairness\n\nExplainability and interpretability\n\nModel limitations and edge cases\n\nAssess alignment with:\nNAIC expectations\n\nModel risk management practices\n\nIdentify gaps and recommend risk mitigation strategies\n\nGovernance Integration\nProvide independent validation input into AI governance decisions\n\nSupport the AIS / Security Governance Team by contributing technical risk perspectives during AI system reviews\n\nAct as a second-line reviewer to challenge assumptions and strengthen decision-making\n\nOngoing Monitoring\nLead twice-annual validation of AI Systems\n\nMonitor predictive models for:\nDrift\n\nStability\n\nPerformance degradation\n\nEnsure monitoring practices align with AIS Program requirements\n\nRecommend corrective actions when performance or risk thresholds are breached\n\nDocumentation & Audit Support\nMaintain model validation documentation for:\nInternal audit\n\nRegulatory review\n\nEnsure validation results are:\nClearly documented\n\nTraceable and reproducible\n\nSupport inquiries with technical analysis and evidence\n\nQualifications:\n5+ years in data science, model risk management, or AI/ML validation\n\nExperience working with predictive models in regulated environments (insurance or financial services preferred)\n\nStrong understanding of:\nMachine learning models and statistical techniques\n\nModel evaluation and validation methodologies\n\nBias and fairness concepts\n\nModel lifecycle management\n\nFamiliarity with:\nNAIC AI Model Bulletin\n\nNIST AI RMF\n\nModel governance and validation standards\n\nAbility to translate technical findings into business and risk implications\n\nPay Range:\nAnticipated Hiring Range:\n$100,000 - $135,000 annual base salary depending on experience, qualifications, and geographic location\n\nBenefits:\nWe are proud to offer our full-time regular employees a robust benefits suite that includes:\nCompetitive base salary plus incentive plans for eligible team members\n\n401(K) retirement plan that includes a company match of up to 6% of your eligible salary\n\nFree basic life and AD&D, long-term disability and short-term disability insurance\n\nMedical, dental and vision plans to meet your unique healthcare needs\n\nWellness incentives\n\nGenerous time off program that includes personal, holiday and volunteer paid time off\n\nFlexible work schedules and hybrid/remote options for eligible positions\n\nEducational assistance\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nThe Mutual Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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