xAI · 12 hours ago
Member of Technical Staff, Governance Risk Compliance
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$180K/yr - $440K/yr
3+ years expxAI is on a mission to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. They are seeking an experienced and strategic Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Lead to design, implement, and oversee their GRC framework, ensuring compliance with regulatory and ethical standards while fostering a culture of integrity and resilience.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Foundational AIGenerative AIInformation TechnologyMachine Learning
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain a robust governance framework to support xAI’s strategic objectives and ensure alignment with industry best practices, including federal and DoD standards
Establish policies, procedures, and controls to guide ethical AI development, data usage, corporate decision-making, and security configurations
Partner with leadership, product, engineering, security, operations, people operations, and legal teams to integrate governance principles into product development, operational processes, and the implementation of new technical, administrative, and operational controls
Lead security compliance implementation and audits (e.g., ISO 27001/42001, SOC2, FedRAMP HIGH, DoD Cloud Computing SRG IL5/IL6, NIST 800-53 rev 5, NIST 800-171/CMMC, Risk Management Framework)
Work with 3PAOs (Third-Party Assessment Organizations) and federal government Authorizing Officials (AOs) to achieve compliance certifications, reports, and Authorized to Operate (ATO) status
Identify, assess, and prioritize risks related to AI operations, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, and cloud deployments
Design and implement risk mitigation strategies, including monitoring systems, contingency plans, vulnerability scans, Plan of Action and Milestones (POAMs), and STIGs
Ensure the implementation, oversight, monitoring, and maintenance of security configurations, practices, and procedures throughout the project lifecycle
Serve as a liaison between system owners, security personnel, and cross-functional teams to facilitate effective communication, collaboration, and control implementation
Lead Risk Management Assessment and Authorization (A&A) processes, cloud system risk assessments, compliance reviews for new products/changes/features, and process enhancements
Conduct regular risk assessments, scenario analyses, and proactive evaluations of emerging threats, certifications, requirements, and technologies in the AI landscape
Monitor regulatory developments and advise leadership on their impact on xAI’s operations and product roadmap
Oversee audits, certifications, third-party assessments, and vulnerability management to maintain compliance and operational credibility
Act as a subject matter expert, providing guidance on risk, compliance, and cybersecurity matters; translate business and technical risks for leadership
Create and present regular reports on GRC performance, risks, and compliance status to senior leadership and stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Previous systems engineering experience strongly preferred
Must have the ability to evaluate control objectives with IT configurations
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field
3+ years of experience in governance, risk management, compliance, or technology audit roles
Proven expertise in regulatory frameworks, data privacy, cybersecurity, and federal compliance standards, preferably in a technology, cloud, or AI-driven environment
Strong understanding of AI ethics, emerging technologies, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and their associated risks
Experience with vulnerability management, POAMs, STIG implementation, and cloud security controls
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and project management skills, with the ability to balance innovation, oversight, and taking projects from conception to launch
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and translation skills, with experience influencing cross-functional teams and communicating risks to leadership
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to evolving priorities
Preferred
Active U.S. security clearance (e.g., Secret, Top Secret) or eligibility to obtain one
Experience in the tech or AI industry, particularly with startups, innovative organizations, or government/public sector engagements
Background in managing third-party risk, vendor compliance programs, or federal assessments
Certifications like CISA, CRISC, CGEIT, Security+, CASP+
Understanding of cybersecurity controls for cloud service providers
Knowledge of government cloud services and evolving certification programs
5+ years of security compliance or technology audit-related
Benefits
Equity
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Short & long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Various other discounts and perks
Company
xAI
XAI is an artificial intelligence startup that develops AI solutions and tools to enhance reasoning and search capabilities.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$42.73BKey Investors
Neptune Digital AssetsSpaceXMorgan Stanley
2026-01-06Series E· $20B
2025-12-11Secondary Market· $0.3M
2025-07-13Corporate Round· $5.32B
Leadership Team
Greg Yang
Co-Founder
Yuhuai Wu
Co-Founder
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