Archive · 29 Dec 2025
OpenAI Hires Head of Preparedness
OpenAI, a company that makes smart computer programs, is hiring a new leader to help keep their technology safe.
This person, called the Head of Preparedness, will make sure the AI doesn't cause problems like hacking or hurting people's feelings.
They will work with different teams to find and fix risks.
The job is hard and needs someone who knows a lot about safety and computers.
OpenAI wants to enjoy the benefits of AI while making sure it doesn't do any harm.
The job pays up to $555,000 plus equity and is based in San Francisco.
OpenAI is hiring a Head of Preparedness to manage AI risks.
The role focuses on cybersecurity, mental health, and system misuse.
Responsibilities include identifying, evaluating, and mitigating AI risks.
The position requires strong technical expertise and experience in risk evaluation.
The role involves coordinating with research, engineering, policy, and governance teams.
- Who
- OpenAI, Sam Altman
- What
- Hiring Head of Preparedness for AI safety
- When
- Announced on Saturday
- Where
- San Francisco, Global
- Why
- To manage growing risks of advanced AI systems
- Role
- Head of Preparedness
- Focus Areas
- Cybersecurity, Mental Health, System Misuse
- Responsibilities
- Identify, Evaluate, Mitigate AI Risks
- Collaboration
- Research, Engineering, Policy, Governance Teams
- Required Expertise
- AI Safety, Security, Threat Modelling
- Location
- San Francisco
- Salary
- Up to $555,000 plus equity
Sources
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