Lead and grow a top-tier team of security engineers; set strategy, cultivate operational excellence, and coach with high empathy and high standards.
Own the enterprise defense mission end-to-end across macOS, Windows, Linux, labs, novel devices, servers, networks, SaaS, and bespoke infrastructure.
Lead efforts to build secure, reliable, novel, and scalable internal security capabilities to advance the art of defense.
Spearhead the design and implementation of defense in depth, assume breach, and zero trust principles across the enterprise environment.
Partner closely with other security teams to prevent, detect, and respond to sophisticated adversaries targeting our information systems.
Foster strong cross-functional partnerships to ensure we stay the most productive, high-velocity, secure AI lab in the world.
Continually stay ahead of emerging threats and trends to keep OpenAI’s enterprise environment secure and resilient.
Champion the use of AI and automation to improve security posture and response time.
Requirements
Have at least 6+ years managing exceptional, high-agency security teams in high-growth, cloud-first environments.
Lead with clarity, empathy, and a focus on enabling the team and mission’s success.
Have hands-on experience fighting real adversaries and turning hard-won lessons into architecture and controls.
Have deep experience with at least one major OS platform (e.g., Windows, macOS, Linux), fleet management, identity and access management frameworks, and SaaS application hardening.
Have expertise in common security controls and tooling including endpoint detection and response (EDR), MDM frameworks, network security, and zero trust architectures.
Deep understanding of identity protocols (SAML, OAUTH, SCIM) and e-mail security controls (SPF, DKIM, DMARC).
Have deep experience with at least one major hyperscaler cloud platform (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP).
Are comfortable collaborating at speed across a diverse set of teams to enable secure, high-speed business operations.
Are able to balance strategic thinking with hands-on engagement.
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.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
security engineeringdefense in depthzero trust principlesendpoint detection and responseidentity and access managementSAMLOAUTHSCIMemail security controlscloud platform
Soft skills
leadershipempathystrategic thinkingcollaborationcoachingoperational excellencecommunicationcross-functional partnershiphigh agencyfocus on success