Physical Security Systems Engineer
Core
Design, deploy, and sustain physical security systems (access control, video surveillance, GSOC workflows) for OpenAI's global campuses, warehouses, and data centers.
Role type
Senior IC physical security systems engineer
Builds
Stable, scalable physical security infrastructure and operational workflows
Domain
Physical security technology, enterprise infrastructure, data center security
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
physical security system troubleshooting, operational ticket management, vendor/integrator coordination, system programming and auditing, network infrastructure (VLANs, firewalls, switches), IoT device connectivity, server and database administration, process automation
Preferred skills
none stated
Technologies
access control systems, video management systems, GSOC workflows, Windows Server, VLANs, firewalls, switches, IoT devices, databases
Responsibilities
Troubleshoot complex physical security system issues across access control, video management, and GSOC workflows; Manage operational tickets and escalations with root-cause analysis; Coordinate service requests and remediation with security integrators and vendors; Support GSOC workflows including system access management, auditing, and security systems programming; Partner with networking and infrastructure teams on device connectivity and configurations; Improve operational consistency by documenting processes and identifying automation opportunities
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC