Security Engineer, Application Security Job at OpenAI, New York, NY

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  • OpenAI
  • New York, NY

Job Description

About the Team

Security is at the foundation of OpenAI’s mission to ensure that artificial general intelligence benefits all of humanity. The Security team protects OpenAI’s technology, people, and products. We are technical in what we build but are operational in how we do our work, and are committed to supporting all products and research at OpenAI. Our Security team tenets include: prioritizing for impact, enabling researchers, preparing for future transformative technologies, and engaging a robust security culture. 

About the Role

As a Security Engineer, Application Security you will be responsible for identifying and mitigating security vulnerabilities within software applications through building security tools, code reviews, penetration testing, and security assessments.

We’re looking for people who will work closely with development teams to ensure secure coding practices are integrated throughout the software development lifecycle, preventing security risks before they emerge. You will also provide security guidance to developers and other stakeholders, fostering a culture of security awareness within the organization.

The role is preferred to be based in San Francisco, Seattle or New York City but may consider remote work. We use a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office per week and offer relocation assistance to new employees.

In this role, you will:

  • Perform Security Assessments : Conduct regular security assessments, code reviews, and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities in applications and software.

  • Develop and Implement Security Tools : Design, develop, and implement security tools, frameworks, and methodologies to protect applications against security threats.

  • Collaborate with Development Teams : Work closely with development teams to ensure security best practices are integrated throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC), including secure coding guidelines.

  • Threat Modeling and Risk Assessment : Conduct threat modeling and risk assessments to proactively identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.

  • Vulnerability Management : Track, analyze, and manage vulnerabilities in applications, providing guidance and support for remediation efforts.

  • Incident Response Support : Assist in investigating, analyzing, and responding to security incidents related to applications, ensuring timely resolution and documentation of incidents.

  • Stay Current on Security Trends : Continuously stay updated on the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies to enhance security measures in applications.

You might thrive in this role if you: 

  • Extensive experience in information security, cybersecurity, or a related field, with a significant portion of that experience in leadership or management roles.

  • Deep understanding of security technologies, tools, and best practices, including experience with secure coding practices, threat modeling, risk assessments, and incident response.

  • Experience in application security, software development, or related areas with a strong understanding of secure coding practices and application security frameworks.

  • Proficiency in programming languages (such as Python, Java, C++, etc.), knowledge of security tools (e.g., Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP), and familiarity with security protocols and encryption methods.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex security issues to both technical and non-technical audiences

About OpenAI

OpenAI is an AI research and deployment company dedicated to ensuring that general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity. We push the boundaries of the capabilities of AI systems and seek to safely deploy them to the world through our products. AI is an extremely powerful tool that must be created with safety and human needs at its core, and to achieve our mission, we must encompass and value the many different perspectives, voices, and experiences that form the full spectrum of humanity. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. 

For US Based Candidates: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, and requests can be made via this  link .

At OpenAI, we believe artificial intelligence has the potential to help people solve immense global challenges, and we want the upside of AI to be widely shared. Join us in shaping the future of technology.

Compensation

$245K – $385K • Offers Equity

The base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

In addition to the salary range listed above, total compensation also includes generous equity and benefits.

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family

  • Mental health and wellness support

  • 401(k) plan with 50% matching

  • Generous time off, many company holidays, and multiple coordinated company office closures throughout the year for focus and recharge.

  • Paid parental leave (24 weeks paid birth-parent leave & 20-week paid parental leave) and family-planning support

  • Annual learning & development stipend ($1,500 per year)

Job Tags

Remote job, Holiday work, Relocation package,

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