About xAI xAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates. About the Role

xAI is seeking an engaging and professional security champion to support the ongoing growth of the organization’s safety program. Reporting to the Security Operations Lead, the Security Specialist will be prepared for response to security related incidents on site at all times. The Security Specialist is a critical member of the onsite security team and will operate with a heightened sense of security awareness.

• In concert with site security guards, act as immediate response for on-site security issues.
• Perform periodic inspections of data hall equipment and personnel.
• Support the Security Ops Lead with on-site security guard force oversight.
• Audit security procedures and identify process improvements.
• Document all security-related incidents with detailed reports.
• Help facilitate and participate in drills that maintain readiness for emergency situations.
• Adapt to various roles within the security team, taking on different tasks based on operational needs.
• This role will operate on either a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift.
• Required Qualifications
• 3+ years of military, law enforcement, or emergency response experience.
• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience.
• Excellent knowledge of public safety and security procedures/protocols.
• Personal integrity is crucial. This position is expected to maintain operational security and safeguard sensitive information
• CPR/AED Certified.
• Physical Requirements:
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Preferred Qualifications
• CPP, PSP or equivalent certifications are a plus.
• 2+ years of leadership experience in military, law enforcement or emergency response.
• Familiarity with troubleshooting access control and video management systems.
• Experience in a safety function managing large sites, corporate, or manufacturing environments is desirable.
• ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here .

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