Executive in Residence, Cyber

OpenAI

. Represent OpenAI in consequential industry conversations through invited keynotes, substantive panels, executive briefings, original talks, and articles on AI and cyber defense .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $333,000 - $370,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in cybersecurity leadership, with a strong focus on security architecture, defensive operations, and the application of AI in security contexts. Proven ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with senior security leaders while effectively communicating complex technical concepts to executive audiences.

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CISO/CSO ExperienceSecurity Architecture ExpertiseExecutive Communication SkillsRelationship BuildingAI Application in Security

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Hard Skills

Cybersecurity LeadershipRisk ManagementDefensive OperationsSecurity Program AccountabilityTechnical CommunicationExecutive Briefing DevelopmentOrganizational Change ManagementAI Capabilities UnderstandingIncident ManagementSecurity Improvement Measurement

Soft Skills

Relationship ManagementListening SkillsDiscretionPublic SpeakingPeer Discussion Leadership

Industry Keywords

Cyber DefenseSecurity CommunitiesTechnology AdoptionRetail SecurityTelecommunications SecurityLife Sciences SecurityHealthcare SecurityExecutive EngagementsIndustry ForumsCISO Dinners

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Represent OpenAI in consequential industry conversations through invited keynotes, substantive panels, executive briefings, original talks, and articles on AI and cyber defense
Convene senior security leaders through CISO dinners, closed-door roundtables, and peer discussions
Build lasting relationships across the region or priority industries
Help customers identify defensive workflows, build executive sponsorship, address organizational barriers, and shape pilots toward deployment
Capture customer needs, adoption barriers, and deployment lessons
Translate field insights into recommendations for product, research, and field teams
Lead selected strategic initiatives and coordinate relevant owners
Help teams prepare for senior security conversations and develop executive briefing materials
Turn engagements into sustained relationships and agreed actions
Prioritize invited thought leadership, major industry forums, and curated executive engagements with clear purpose, audience, and follow-through ownership
Support OpenAI’s mission to develop and deploy AI for the benefit of humanity

Requirements

What you’ll need

Accomplished CISO/CSO or equivalent cybersecurity executive
Direct accountability for a substantial security program, including risk, investment, incidents, and organizational change
Established reputation among senior security leaders in a relevant region, sector, or the broader industry
Demonstrated ability to attract executive audiences and invitations to respected forums
Strong speaking record; ability to hold a room, handle unscripted questions, and lead candid peer discussions
Clear, technically credible, and useful communication
Technical depth in security architecture and defensive operations
Judgment to explain AI capabilities, limitations, and implications to executives and boards
Trusted relationships with CISOs and senior technology leaders
Record of building relationships beyond an existing network
Experience turning executive alignment into action across teams, with evidence of adoption, deployment, or measurable security improvements
Ability to listen closely, exercise discretion, and represent customer needs accurately
Ability to work effectively with commercial and technical colleagues
Deep experience in technology, retail, telecommunications, life sciences, or healthcare, or a strong regional security leadership network
Practical experience applying AI to security, leading enterprise technology adoption, or advising organizations through significant changes in security operations
Published practitioner work, influential research, or sustained contributions to security communities
Regular travel for customer meetings and industry engagements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity
Performance-related bonus(es) for eligible employees
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, with employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts
Pre-tax accounts for Health FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and commuter expenses (parking and transit)
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Paid parental leave (up to 24 weeks for birth parents and 20 weeks for non-birthing parents)
Paid medical and caregiver leave (up to 8 weeks)
Flexible PTO for exempt employees and up to 15 days annually for non-exempt employees
13+ paid company holidays
Multiple paid coordinated company office closures throughout the year
Paid sick or safe time
Mental health and wellness support
Employer-paid basic life and disability coverage
Annual learning and development stipend
Daily meals in offices and meal delivery credits as eligible
Relocation support for eligible employees
Charitable donation matching
Wellness stipends