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 engineers and researchers 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 a full-time Protective Intelligence Analyst to join our Protective Intelligence Team within Corporate Security. This role will focus on identifying and assessing threats to xAI’s most valuable assets and will assist in addressing a high volume of concerns in a rapidly changing threat environment. This position is ideal for a motivated analyst who enjoys the intersection of Investigations, research, and analysis.
Responsibilities
- Assist in an emerging insider threat program, using various software tools; work closely with HR and cybersecurity on assessing risk.
- Monitor and triage potentially threatening communications from social listening tools and other sources.
- Conduct research, analyze data, reach conclusions, and make recommendations on investigative cases.
- Utilize commercial databases and open-source investigative tools for threat assessments and background security reviews.
- Assess the validity and capability of risks and prioritize based on targeted violence fundamentals.
- Synthesize investigative data and findings with broader trend research to provide context for stakeholders.
- Draft, design, and disseminate professionally written products to stakeholders.
- Communicate effectively with all levels within the company
- Assist with various forms of physical security risk assessments.
- Assess the security posture of potential vendors or partners to ensure they meet xAI's standards for data protection and operational security.
- Educate various internal departments about risk, fostering a culture of security awareness throughout xAI.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Data Science, Security Management, Business, Economics, Finance, or relevant experience.
- Minimum of 2+ years conducting online and open source investigations or security analysis; formal training like Certified Threat Manager (ATAP CTM) is preferred
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
- Experience with social listening and monitoring tools, experience with Ontic is a plus.
- Proficiency in creating and refining advanced boolean search query
- Ability to align security needs with company values, and federal, state, and local law.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (SharePoint, OneDrive, PowerPoint, Excel), MISP, Navig Ontic, and Slack.
- Understanding of global geopolitical and social issues and threats.
- Ability to create programs and standard practices to drive intelligence standards throughout the organization.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Additional Requirements
- Must be available to work evenings and weekends as needed; flexibility is key
- Willingness to travel as required (up to 10%).
- Physical Requirements: Light. Prolonged sitting, typing, and conducting analysis by reading computer screens.
xAI is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, color, religion, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, medical conditions, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act.
For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:
xAI reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment:
- Access to information technology systems and confidential information, including proprietary and trade secret information, and/or user data;
- Interacting with internal and/or external clients and colleagues; and
- Exercising sound judgment.
