Hybrid Corporate Security Manager – Design & Construction

at OpenAI

• Job title: Corporate Security Manager – Design & Construction
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior, Lead
• Salary: $275,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: C++, PMP
• Location requirements: Hybrid, New York City, United States

About the role

• Corporate Security Manager overseeing physical and technical security for OpenAI offices and projects. Leading planning, design, and integration of security systems across multiple locations worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Lead security planning and design for new builds and remodels; develop the basis of design, device schedules, and design‑review gates (30/60/90/IFC), ensuring alignment to CorpSec standards and regulatory requirements.
• Own cross‑functional coordination among CorpSec, D&C, REW, Global IT, and external partners to ensure security technology is fully integrated with architectural, MEP, and network designs; resolve conflicts early via structured design reviews and RFIs.
• Deliver technical security systems: access control (e.g., proximity, mobile credentials, biometrics), CCTV, intrusion detection, visitor management, intercoms, and command‑center integrations (GSOC) from design through commissioning and handover.
• Oversee vendors and integrators: write/shape RFPs/SOWs, run competitive bids, evaluate proposals, manage contracts, track performance, execute FAT/SAT/UAT, and close punch lists; enforce warranty and support transitions.
• Drive schedule, budget, and quality: maintain the integrated project plan, risk register, and change control; escalate blockers; report status and metrics to leadership; ensure accurate as‑builts, O&M, and training.
• Coordinate network and server prerequisites with Global IT and ensure secure enterprise integrations.
• Standardize and continuously improve: codify best‑in‑class physical security standards and templates (design details, test scripts, acceptance criteria); contribute to multi‑site playbooks and lessons learned.
• Safeguard people, facilities, and assets by ensuring physical and technical controls are appropriate to the threat environment; align with privacy, legal, and compliance guidance.

Requirements

• 8–12+ years leading multi‑site physical security programs or capital projects across corporate real estate or mission‑critical environments; strong program/project management (you can run the room and the schedule).
• Proven success partnering with D&C/REW/IT and security integrators; adept at working with GCs, subs, architects, and all trades to execute design plans at pace and quality.
• Deep hands‑on experience with enterprise access control, VMS/CCTV, intrusion, visitor management, and command‑center workflows; understanding of device placement, line‑of‑sight, lighting, and analytics.
• Ability to read, mark up, and direct from drawings (CAD/Bluebeam; Revit a plus); comfort reviewing submittals, shop drawings, and one‑lines; familiarity with as‑built documentation practices.
• Working knowledge of relevant codes and standards (e.g., NFPA 72, UL 294, ANSI/BICSI 005/ESS), and how they interact with building systems and life safety.
• Strong vendor management and commercial acumen (RFP/SOW development for high-security environments, TCO, change orders, acceptance/warranty).
• Excellent cross‑functional communication and stakeholder management across technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Commitment to data privacy and safety; experience coordinating with Legal, Compliance, and Privacy is a plus.
• Relevant certifications (PMP, PSP, CPP) are a plus.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, with employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts
• Pre-tax accounts for Health FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and commuter expenses (parking and transit)
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid parental leave (up to 24 weeks for birth parents and 20 weeks for non-birthing parents), plus paid medical and caregiver leave (up to 8 weeks)
• Paid time off: flexible PTO for exempt employees and up to 15 days annually for non-exempt employees
• 13+ paid company holidays, and multiple paid coordinated company office closures throughout the year for focus and recharge, plus paid sick or safe time (1 hour per 30 hours worked, or more, as required by applicable state or local law)
• Mental health and wellness support
• Employer-paid basic life and disability coverage
• Annual learning and development stipend to fuel your professional growth
• Daily meals in our offices, and meal delivery credits as eligible
• Relocation support for eligible employees
• Additional taxable fringe benefits, such as charitable donation matching and wellness stipends, may also be provided.