Field Security Specialist (Cyber Security Solutions Engineer)

About the Role

The Solutions Engineering team at Openai is composed of experienced professionals who are passionate about helping organizations harness the power of AI safely and responsibly. As a Field Security Specialist, you will be an integral part of this team, leveraging your expertise in cyber security to guide customers through the process of evaluating, validating, and deploying AI systems.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of stakeholders, from senior business leaders to hands-on security practitioners. Your ability to communicate complex technical concepts in a clear and concise manner will be essential in helping these stakeholders understand the value and risks associated with AI adoption in cyber security contexts.

What You Will Do

• Lead cyber workflow discovery with customers across application security, DevSecOps, vulnerability management, SOC/IR, detection engineering, red team, cloud security, and GRC automation.
• Build and deliver customer-facing demos, workshops, proofs of concept, and reference architectures for AI-enabled security workflows.
• Scope pilots with clear success criteria, data requirements, integrations, evaluation methods, safety boundaries, and human approval points.
• Advise customers on safe implementation patterns, including tool/function calling, structured outputs, sandboxing, data handling, guardrails, auditability, and approval-gated side effects.
• Translate between executive buyers and hands-on security practitioners, helping each audience understand the value, risk, and practical next steps associated with AI adoption in cyber security.
• Create reusable field assets such as demo narratives, playbooks, FAQs, objection handling, qualification guides, assessment templates, and competitive positioning.
• Bring recurring customer requirements, product gaps, blockers, and high-value cyber workflows back to Product, Engineering, Security, and GTM teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement AI-powered cyber security solutions that meet customer needs.
• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of Openai's products and services, including their applications, limitations, and potential risks.
• Stay updated on the latest trends and advancements in AI and cyber security to provide thought leadership and guidance to customers and internal stakeholders.

What We Are Looking For

• Deep practitioner credibility across cyber security domains such as application security, cloud security, identity, vulnerability management, secure SDLC, incident response, detection engineering, or attacker tradecraft.
• Experience in a customer-facing, advisory, consulting, solutions engineering, security architecture, or technical field role, preferably in the context of AI and cyber security.
• Ability to build credible demos or prototypes using APIs, Codex, agents, scripts, CLIs, GitHub workflows, CI/CD systems, logs, tickets, scanners, or other common security tooling.
• Understanding of how to design AI workflows with safety, security, and compliance in mind.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex issues and develop creative solutions.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related field; advanced degrees are a plus.

Nice to Have

• Experience with AI and machine learning technologies, particularly in the context of cyber security.
• Knowledge of cloud security platforms and services, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Familiarity with security frameworks and compliance standards, such as NIST, ISO 27001, or SOC 2.
• Certification in cyber security, such as CISSP, CEH, or CISM.
• Experience with agile development methodologies and version control systems like Git.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a cutting-edge AI technology and contribute to its development and implementation.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a team of experienced professionals.
• Professional development opportunities, including training, workshops, and conferences.
• Flexible working hours and remote work options.
• Access to the latest tools and technologies in AI and cyber security.
• Recognition and reward for outstanding performance and contributions.

• Develop a strong foundation in cyber security principles and practices, including knowledge of common security threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies.
• Familiarize yourself with AI and machine learning technologies, particularly in the context of cyber security, and explore their applications and limitations.
• Build a portfolio of your work, including demos, prototypes, or case studies that demonstrate your skills and expertise in cyber security and AI.
• Prepare to address common interview questions, such as those related to security frameworks, compliance standards, and incident response, and be ready to provide specific examples from your experience.
• Research Openai's products and services, including their applications, limitations, and potential risks, to demonstrate your understanding of the company's technology and mission.
• Be prepared to discuss your experience working in a customer-facing role, including your ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Consider obtaining certifications in cyber security, such as CISSP or CEH, to demonstrate your expertise and commitment to the field.