VP - AI & Data Analytics

Overview

Quest Software is seeking a visionary Vice President of AI & Data Analytics to lead the adoption and integration of artificial intelligence across the enterprise. Partnering closely with the CIO, CTO, and senior leadership, this role will define and execute an AI strategy that aligns with business priorities, drives measurable impact, and ensures ethical, responsible AI usage.

The VP will create a scalable and future-ready data infrastructure, and identify high-value opportunities to embed AI solutions into products, services, and workflows. This leader will be both a strategic architect and a hands-on driver of transformation, fostering AI literacy and a culture of innovation across the organization.

Quest is an award-winning IT management software provider offering a broad selection of solutions that solve some of the most common and most challenging IT problems. We are fanatically customer-focused and are proud to support the most complex customers who have the highest IT demands in the world. 

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the company’s AI strategy in alignment with business goals and market opportunities.
• Partner with CIO, CTO, CEO, CFO, and business leaders to identify AI and data needs that enable data-driven decision-making.
• Establish an enterprise AI framework in collaboration with Legal, ensuring governance, compliance, and ethical AI practices.
• Build and lead high-performing AI teams, including data scientists, machine learning engineers, and researchers.
• Integrate AI solutions seamlessly into existing products, workflows, and decision processes.
• Lead Data & Analytics to address infrastructure gaps and deliver scalable, future-ready platforms.
• Standardize KPI reporting and ensure “one version of truth” across the organization.
• Champion responsible AI practices, including data privacy, bias mitigation, and transparency.
• Develop AI literacy programs to upskill employees across departments.
• Stay current on AI advancements and emerging technologies to maintain competitive advantage.
• Measure and evaluate AI solution performance, refining strategies to maximize impact.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of technology leadership experience, including 7+ years in AI, machine learning, or advanced analytics.
• Proven track record in developing and executing enterprise-wide AI strategies.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML technologies, data platforms, and industry trends.
• Experience building and scaling AI and analytics teams in complex, global environments.
• Expertise in AI governance, data ethics, and regulatory compliance.
• Exceptional stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or related field preferred; Master’s or PhD also preferred.

Company Description 

At Quest, we create and manage the software that makes the benefits of new technology real. Companies turn to us to manage, modernize and secure their business, from on-prem to in-cloud, from the heart of the network to the vulnerable endpoints. From complex challenges like Active Directory management and Office 365 migration, to database and systems management, to redefining security, and hundreds of needs in between, we help you conquer your next challenge now. 

We’re not the company that makes big promises. We’re the company that fulfills them. We’re Quest: Where Next Meets Now. 

Why work with us! 

-Life at Quest means collaborating with dedicated professionals with a passion for technology. 

-When we see something that could be improved, we get to work inventing the solution. 

-Our people demonstrate our winning culture through positive and meaningful relationship. 

-We invest in our people and offer a series of programs that enables them to pursue a career that fulfills their potential. 

-Our team members’ health and wellness is our priority as well as rewarding them for their hard work. 

Quest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. 

Come join us. For more information, visit us on the web at Quest Careers | Where next meets now. Join Quest. 

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