Hybrid Industrial Security Lead

at OpenAI

• Job title: Industrial Security Lead
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: $198,400 - $275,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: C++, TypeScript
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Washington, United States

About the role

• Industrial Security Lead developing and scaling OpenAI's security programs across Washington, DC and San Francisco. Ensuring compliance with U.S. government regulations and operational security standards.

Responsibilities

• Support tactical operations of the OpenAI’s industrial security program, partnering closely with GRC, facilities, and leadership to ensure compliance with NISPOM, ICD 705, DoD/IC regulations, and other federal requirements to enable rapid execution on OpenAI for Government’s strategic programs.
• Support multi-year security roadmaps to support OpenAI Public Sector projects, accredited facilities, and sensitive R&D initiatives, balancing the agile nature of our business with the timelines and requirements associated with US Government contracts.
• Be on the team supporting classified facilities, SOPs, Fixed Facility Checklists, and related documents.
• Participate in construction and accreditation efforts in partnership with government agencies, design engineers, and contractors.
• Ensure facilities meet and exceed required standards, with ongoing audits and readiness checks.
• Support all aspects of personnel security management associated with OpenAI Public Sector efforts, working directly with government partners to ensure compliance.
• Expert knowledge of using government databases such as DISS, NBIS, and Scattered Castles.
• Support implementation and operations of insider threat and continuous evaluation programs.
• Manage security onboarding, required reporting and approvals, and personnel readiness efforts to ensure staff can support OpenAI Public Sector efforts.
• Liaison with Government security representatives, ensuring smooth communication and compliance with clearances and facilities.
• Support all federal inspections, audits, and incident investigations, maintaining a best-in-class compliance record.
• Manage sensitive material control, secured communications COMSEC, and reporting requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments of relevant operations and drive mitigation initiatives.
• Develop advanced security training.
• Manage related OPSEC programs and Program Protection Plans.

Requirements

• Have 5+ years of experience in industrial security.
• Have an active TS/SCI security clearance Full Scope Polygraph.
• Have expert knowledge of the 32 CFR Part 117, Intelligence Community Directives and Special Access Programs. This is relative to personnel security, facility accreditations and operations, and classified communications.
• Have experience as an FSO, CSSO, or CPSO with DoD, IC and SAP customers.
• Have exceptional communication skills and executive presence, with experience briefing leadership and government officials.
• Background in fast-paced AI, R&D, or high-tech environments.
• Advanced certifications such as ISP®, CPP®, or SPeD.
• Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, or similar
• Experience using Security Controls, Threat Switch, SIMS or similar software is preferred.

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.