Industrial Security Lead, Washington DC
Core
Building and managing secure facilities and personnel security programs for OpenAI's work with US Government partners, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and safeguarding sensitive R&D initiatives.
Role type
Senior Industrial Security Lead (CSSO/CPSO)
Builds
Accredited classified facilities and secure personnel security programs for US Government contracts
Domain
US Government Industrial Security / Defense Intelligence
Deliverable
infrastructure
Required skills
US Government industrial security program expertise, facility accreditation management, personnel security management, risk assessment, OPSEC program management, federal inspection support, classified communications management, insider threat program implementation, government database proficiency (DISS, NBIS, Scattered Castles)
Preferred skills
AI/R&D environment experience, ISP/CPP/SPeD certifications, security controls software experience (Security Controls, Threat Switch, SIMS)
Technologies
DISS, NBIS, Scattered Castles, Security Controls, Threat Switch, SIMS
Responsibilities
Support tactical operations of the industrial security program ensuring compliance with NISPOM, ICD 705, and DoD/IC regulations; Support multi-year security roadmaps for Public Sector projects and sensitive R&D; Participate in construction and accreditation efforts with government agencies; Ensure facilities meet required standards through ongoing audits and readiness checks; Manage security onboarding, reporting, and personnel readiness; Liaise with Government security representatives; Support federal inspections, audits, and incident investigations; Manage sensitive material control, COMSEC, and reporting requirements; Conduct risk assessments and drive mitigation initiatives; Develop advanced security training; Manage OPSEC programs and Program Protection Plans.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC