About the job
About Our Team
At OpenAI, we believe that the future of artificial general intelligence should benefit all of humanity. Our Security team plays a crucial role in safeguarding our technology, personnel, and products. We focus on technical excellence in our builds while maintaining operational efficiency in our processes. Our core principles include prioritizing impactful initiatives, empowering researchers, preparing for groundbreaking technologies, and fostering a robust security culture.
About the Position
As a Security Engineer specializing in Detection and Response, you will collaborate with OpenAI's engineers and researchers to develop, operate, and secure transformative AI technologies. Your role will encompass various aspects of Detection and Response, engaging in infrastructure and operations, while contributing as a versatile generalist within the Security team. Key responsibilities include:
- Leading initiatives across major security domains such as AppSec, InfraSec, OffSec, and Detection and Response.
- Innovating solutions to address unique security challenges.
- Collaborating on advanced AI research and leveraging AI to enhance OpenAI's security effectiveness.
This role can be based in Sydney, Australia, Tokyo, Japan, or Singapore. We embrace a hybrid work model, requiring three days in the office weekly, and provide relocation assistance for new hires.
Key Responsibilities
- Enhancing Detection and Response infrastructure.
- Creating tools to manage the lifecycle of detection rules.
- Developing, assessing, and optimizing detection rules for effective operations.
- Automating manual response processes.
- Ensuring visibility and control over OpenAI’s endpoint fleet (macOS, Windows).
- Driving advancements in identity access management (IAM), device management, productivity software, and public cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Microsoft Azure).
You Will Excel in This Position If You:
- Have a background in Security or a related field.
- Possess experience with Microsoft Azure or other cloud infrastructure platforms.
- Understand modern adversary tactics and defense strategies.

