Senior Technical Advisor (National Security Policy)

TL;DR

Senior Technical Advisor (National Security Policy): Serving as a senior individual contributor at the intersection of national security policy, AI safety, and technical AI governance. Focus on navigating high-stakes policy questions related to frontier AI systems, building collaborative relationships with public officials, and translating technical realities into clear policy products.

Location: Must be based in the U.S. (Washington, DC or San Francisco preferred).

Salary: $252,000 – $280,000 + Equity

Company

hirify.global is an AI research and deployment company dedicated to ensuring that general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity.

What you will do

• Serve as a senior technical-policy advisor on frontier AI safety and governance issues including CBRN, cyber, and risk thresholds.
• Act as a cross-functional connector between National Security Policy and internal teams like Research, Safety Systems, and Legal.
• Drive engagement with national AI institutes, the Frontier Model Forum, and third-party evaluators.
• Develop proactive policy strategies for responsible national security adoption and democratic oversight.
• Represent the organization externally with policymakers, technical experts, and civil society stakeholders.
• Translate complex technical realities into clear policy products such as memos, briefs, and strategy documents.

Requirements

• Must be based in the U.S.
• 5+ years of experience in frontier AI policy, AI safety, or technical AI governance.
• Demonstrated credibility and a strong network within the AI safety and research communities.
• Familiarity with frontier AI risk management, including evaluations, model access, and safety standards.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders on sensitive policy or technology issues.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex concepts to diverse audiences.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to shape the future of AGI and ensure it benefits all of humanity.
• Work in a fast-moving, high-impact environment at the forefront of AI development.
• Collaborative culture valuing diverse perspectives and experiences.
• Competitive compensation package including equity.
• Commitment to equal opportunity and inclusive employment practices.