Technical Threat Investigator, Threat Intel Engineering - UK

About the Role

As part of the Threat Intelligence team, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to uncover threats and drive impact across Openai's security and research organizations. Your investigative work will inform security strategy and equip leadership with timely, risk-aware insights.

Openai's security mission is built on the foundation of ensuring that artificial general intelligence benefits all of humanity, making this role a pivotal part of that endeavor.

What You Will Do

• Conduct complex investigations into sophisticated threat actors interacting with Openai's models, products, and broader ecosystem.
• Think like an adversary to model attacker behavior, anticipate misuse patterns, and proactively hunt for, identify, and disrupt malicious activity.
• Leverage internal telemetry, OSINT, vendor data, and in-house safety systems to produce high-confidence findings on adversarial use of models in cyber operations, platform abuse, and threats targeting Openai.
• Translate investigative findings into concrete improvements across detection, enforcement, intel, and safety pipelines.
• Build tooling, scripts, automations, and agentic workflows that scale investigative throughput and reduce manual effort.
• Prototype solutions in ambiguous and emerging problem spaces, including new product surfaces, novel attacker behaviors, and areas where existing coverage may be limited.
• Partner closely with teams across Security, Safety Systems, Product Policy, and Integrity to operationalize findings and drive meaningful outcomes.
• Produce clear, high-signal written outputs and recommendations that inform decision-making across technical and executive stakeholders.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience in threat intelligence, incident response, offensive security, or a closely related field.
• Solid experience investigating sophisticated threat actors, including model misuse, platform abuse, or other adversarial activity in complex environments.
• A strong understanding of adversary behavior, infrastructure, and tradecraft, and the ability to apply that understanding to proactive investigations.
• Demonstrated ability to independently drive deep technical investigations from ambiguous signals through to clear, actionable findings.
• Experience using AI to extend or accelerate investigative workflows.
• Strong scripting ability and comfort building lightweight automation, investigative tooling, or workflows that improve scale and repeatability.
• Strong ability to leverage telemetry from diverse systems and vendors to drive investigations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially the ability to translate technical investigations into high-signal output.

Nice to Have

• Experience with cloud security and compliance frameworks.
• Knowledge of AI and machine learning technologies and their applications in security.
• Certification in security-related fields, such as CISSP or CEH.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunity to work with a pioneering company in AI.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Flexible remote work arrangements.
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.

• Ensure you have a strong portfolio that showcases your technical threat investigation skills, including any experience with AI-driven security solutions.
• Develop a deep understanding of Openai's mission and how your role contributes to the company's overall security strategy.
• Be prepared to discuss specific examples of your investigative work and how you've applied AI to extend or accelerate investigations.
• Highlight any certifications or training in security and AI-related fields to stand out as a candidate.
• Prepare to address how you stay updated with the latest in threat intelligence and cybersecurity, and how you see the field evolving in the next few years.
• Consider reaching out to current or former employees to gain insights into the company culture and what makes a successful candidate.
• Tailor your resume and cover letter to emphasize your experience with threat intelligence, AI, and digital security, and be specific about how your skills align with the job requirements.