TAYLOR J. PARKER
Simpsonville
Summary
AI governance and technology risk professional with deep experience evaluating AI, ML, and DL systems, model lifecycle controls, data integrity, and technology risk across regulated environments. Skilled in assessing AI-enabled processes, neural networks, automated decision systems, and enterprise data pipelines. Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives that strengthen AI ethics, transparency, compliance, and operational resilience. Adept at partnering with engineering, data science, cybersecurity, and executive leadership to deliver secure, compliant, and scalable AI solutions.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Enterprise Lead Senior Testing Associate
Wells Fargo
Greenville
07.2019 - 06.2025
- Led independent testing and validation for AI-enabled, data-driven IT systems within regulated enterprise.
- Conducted assessments of IT and AI-adjacent controls, including model governance and data integrity.
- Developed and executed testing procedures in compliance with regulatory and internal governance standards.
- Directed contractors and internal teams through structured testing cycles to maintain quality assurance.
- Evaluated control deficiencies, recommended remediation strategies, and presented findings to senior leadership.
- Partnered with engineering, data, and business teams to identify systemic risks and improve governance maturity.
- Oversaw reporting platforms (Archer, ClockIt) for accurate documentation and executive-level reporting.
- Served as subject matter expert for IT risk, control design, and governance practices.
Team Lead - IT Compliance & Security Audit
ScanSource Inc.
Greenville
10.2018 - 07.2019
- Directed enterprise IT compliance and cybersecurity initiatives, reporting to Director of Cybersecurity.
- Achieved reduction of 180+ IT control deficiencies to 24 in three weeks via structured remediation planning.
- Established and enforced governance policies consistent with industry frameworks for improved compliance.
- Conducted monitoring of over 200 applications for security vulnerabilities and access control issues.
- Executed new GRC controls addressing significant regulatory and risk gaps.
- Facilitated GDPR control implementation for globally affected systems.
- Developed metrics for performance and risk management; oversaw PCI compliance during acquisitions.
IT Auditor
ScanSource Inc.
Greenville
08.2017 - 10.2018
- Executed IT audits to support SOX 404 compliance and enhance cybersecurity measures.
- Prevented segregation-of-duties violations across SAP and over 100 enterprise applications.
- Designed and monitored cybersecurity controls alongside RMF processes for risk management.
- Provided technical advisory for IT security and information assurance initiatives.
- Developed governance policies, metrics, and procedures to elevate audit maturity.
Aerospace Propulsion Technician
United States Air Force
06.2011 - 08.2017
- Engine Manager - Special Assignment, 01/13 - 01/15
- Aerospace Propulsion Apprentice, 01/11 - 01/17
Education
M.S. - IT Management & Leadership
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT01.2020
MBA - Business Leadership
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT01.2018
B.S. - Information Technology (Software Engineering)
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ01.2016
A.A.S. - Avionics Maintenance
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL01.2015
Skills
- AI, ML, and DL fundamentals
- Deep learning and neural network development
- Model lifecycle management
- AI model governance and risk management
- Data governance and integrity
- GRC, COSO, and ITIL frameworks
- Programming in Python, Golang, Java, JavaScript, NET, and C#
- AWS cloud services
- Salesforce platform expertise
- Splunk analytics
- Infrastructure and security management
- Cloud architecture oversight
- Network architecture design
- Cross-functional leadership
- Audit execution skills
- Analytical problem solving
- Cost-benefit analysis techniques
- AI model validation processes
- IT risk management strategies
- Cybersecurity initiatives implementation
- Agile methodologies application
- Data analytics proficiency
- Optimization strategies
Certification
• AI Fundamentals
• CAPM
• Splunk Fundamentals I & II
• IT Audit School (MISTI)
• Lean Management
• CompTIA Cloud Essentials, Cloud+, Network+, Security+, A+
• Hacking Forensics Investigator
• Ethical Hacking
• CAPM
• Splunk Fundamentals I & II
• IT Audit School (MISTI)
• Lean Management
• CompTIA Cloud Essentials, Cloud+, Network+, Security+, A+
• Hacking Forensics Investigator
• Ethical Hacking
Timeline
Enterprise Lead Senior Testing Associate
Wells Fargo
07.2019 - 06.2025
Team Lead - IT Compliance & Security Audit
ScanSource Inc.
10.2018 - 07.2019
IT Auditor
ScanSource Inc.
08.2017 - 10.2018
Aerospace Propulsion Technician
United States Air Force
06.2011 - 08.2017
M.S. - IT Management & Leadership
Western Governors University
MBA - Business Leadership
Western Governors University
B.S. - Information Technology (Software Engineering)
University of Phoenix
A.A.S. - Avionics Maintenance
Community College of The Air Force