OpenAI · 3 hours ago
Program Manager, Industrial Security
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$194K/yr - $279K/yr
5+ years expOpenAI is an AI research and deployment company dedicated to ensuring that general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity. They are seeking an Industrial Security Program Manager to develop and scale a world-class industrial security program across multiple locations, collaborating with government partners and internal teams to safeguard sensitive projects and R&D initiatives.
Agentic AIArtificial Intelligence (AI)Foundational AIGenerative AIMachine LearningNatural Language ProcessingSaaS
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Create and track program management plans, budgets, schedules, presentations, deliver training, and ensure audits are passed meeting the highest standards
Partner closely with GRC, facilities, and others to ensure compliance with NISPOM, ICD 705, DoD/IC regulations, and other federal requirements to enable rapid execution on OpenAI for Government’s programs
Support multi-year security roadmaps to support OpenAI Public Sector projects, accredited facilities, and sensitive R&D initiatives, balancing the agile nature of our business with the timelines and requirements associated with US Government contracts
Support multi-site industrial security programs, including San Francisco, Washington DC, and other location as the business expands. This may include supporting foreign government security requirements as needed
Develop plans, roadmaps, track accreditation, and operational management of multiple accredited facilities and controlled areas as needed to support our partnerships with the US Government
Participate in construction and accreditation efforts in partnership with government agencies, design engineers, vendors and contractors
Ensure facilities meet and exceed required standards, with ongoing accreditation audits and readiness checks
Act as surge support for Industrial Security when operational demands are high
Ensure frameworks are met for NISPOM, ICDs, SAPs, OPSEC, Insider Threat and continuous evaluation programs
Develop and mature processes and programs such as, onboarding to the company and contracts, security indoctrinations, required reporting and approvals, security awareness, and similar security processes so the business can scale
Attend Program Management Reviews with OpenAI teams and Government representatives, ensuring smooth communication and compliance. Identify gaps and establish Plans of Actions and Milestones (POAM)s to address them
Partner with OpenAI for Government and Legal teams on security-related contract preparation, submissions, and compliance tracking
Map and assists all federal inspections, audits, and incident investigations, maintaining a best-in-class compliance record
Develop and monitor SOPs and plans for sensitive material control, secured communications, and reporting requirements
Develop advanced security training
Continuously evaluate security programs for improvement
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in industrial security, with significant experience in industrial security operations for multi-site programs with a large Fortune 500 Tech Firm
An active TS/SCI security clearance (Full Scope Polygraph strongly preferred)
Expert knowledge of US Government security standards
Experience participating in the building and accrediting multiple accredited facilities from the ground up
Experience as a Program Manager with classified or Industrial Security
A solid understanding of developing program management plans, presentations for executives, delivering training, monitoring and tracking projects
Exceptional communication skills and executive presence, with experience briefing leadership and government officials
Preferred
Background in AI, R&D, or high-tech environments
Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, or related field (Master's preferred)
Company
OpenAI
OpenAI is an AI research and deployment company that develops advanced AI models, including ChatGPT. It is a sub-organization of OpenAI Foundation.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$79BKey Investors
The Walt Disney CompanySoftBankThrive Capital
2025-12-11Corporate Round· $1B
2025-10-02Secondary Market· $6.6B
2025-03-31Series Unknown· $40B
Leadership Team
Fidji Simo
CEO, Applications
Sam Altman
CEO & Co-Founder
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