OpenAI is hiring a Head of Preparedness to oversee all aspects of AI risk. The salary is $555,000 per year.

OpenAI is hiring for a new position: Head of Preparedness, part of their AI security team.

Sam Altman, OpenAI's CEO, explained that with the rapid development of numerous new AI models and their increasing capabilities, the challenges of managing and controlling them are also growing. This is highlighted in the significant impact of AI on user mental health, a key issue in recent years. The position requires someone capable of adding more detailed security metrics to AI models, addressing complex aspects with limited case studies, and preventing vulnerabilities from being exploited. He added that the role will be highly stressful and demanding, with many challenges to overcome from day one.

The stated compensation is $555,000 per year, including company stock.