Security Engineer - Governance Risk Compliance
xAINew York, New York, United States • Palo Alto, California, United States • Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Posted May 26, 2026
100000 - 228000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
xAI's mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge.
Job Description
xAI is seeking an experienced Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) team member to ensure the company operates within regulatory, ethical, operational, and federal boundaries while fostering a culture of integrity and resilience. The Security Engineer - Governance Risk Compliance role will execute security compliance implementation and audits, work with cross-functional teams, and safeguard the mission-driven work in AI development and deployment.
Requirements
- Execute security compliance implementation and audits
- Work with 3PAOs and federal government Authorizing Officials to achieve compliance certifications
- Identify, assess, and prioritize risks related to AI operations, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, and cloud deployments
- Design and implement risk mitigation strategies
- Ensure the implementation, oversight, monitoring, and maintenance of security configurations, practices, and procedures
- Serve as a liaison between system owners, security personnel, and cross-functional teams
- Lead Risk Management Assessment and Authorization (A&A) processes
- Conduct regular risk assessments, scenario analyses, and proactive evaluations of emerging threats
- Oversee audits, certifications, third-party assessments, and vulnerability management
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
- Short & long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Various other discounts and perks
