Data Center Physical Security Systems Engineer at OpenAI — architecting the physical security stack protecting global AI infrastructure

OpenAI is hiring a Data Center Physical Security Systems Engineer to define and implement the physical security technology architecture — access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, identity-based access — across its rapidly expanding global data center footprint. This is a hands-on architecture role (15+ years of experience expected) that goes from design through prototyping, integration, and field troubleshooting, with ~25% global travel.

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What this interview tests

Physical security systems architecture at hyperscale/multi-site scale
Access control, video surveillance/CCTV analytics, intrusion detection, identity-based access design
Moving from architecture to hands-on implementation: prototyping, integration, commissioning, field troubleshooting
Cross-functional governance with Security Ops, Infra, Cybersecurity, Compliance, Legal, Procurement
Build vs. partner/platform tradeoff judgment
Lifecycle management and operational resilience standards for security technology