Data Center Security Engineer
Core
Designing and implementing security controls for OpenAI's global data center infrastructure, focusing on the intersection of cybersecurity, critical infrastructure, and advanced AI systems.
Role type
Senior IC Data Center Security Engineer
Builds
Secure OT and IT networking environments, security architecture, and compliance validation programs for hyperscale data centers.
Domain
Cybersecurity, Critical Infrastructure, Data Center Operations, OT/IT Networking
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
OT and IT networking security, network segmentation, access control, monitoring, hardening, identity and access management (IAM), provisioning workflows, hardware and firmware trust boundaries, audit program design, incident response, risk evaluation for third-party dependencies
Preferred skills
Securing large-scale industrial environments, building ongoing audit/assurance programs, familiarity with NIST/ISO 27001/SOC 2 frameworks, high-ownership individual contributor mindset
Technologies
OT networking, IT networking, IAM, PAM, network segmentation tools, monitoring systems, hardware/firmware management platforms
Responsibilities
Design and implement security controls for data center infrastructure across global footprint; Secure OT and IT networking environments through segmentation, access control, and hardening; Contribute to security architecture and design reviews for data center systems; Perform recurring audits, control assessments, and validation activities; Drive evidence collection, gap tracking, and remediation follow-through; Support security monitoring, incident response, and post-incident improvement efforts; Work with suppliers and stakeholders to evaluate risks associated with third-party hardware and software.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC