Lead Advisor-AI Risk CBRN

Lead Advisor – AI Risk

Role Summary

Leverage experience in CBRN and commercial domains to improve AI safety and national security by partnering with leading AI labs and philanthropists on chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear risk mitigation. Drive applied AI initiatives that strengthen security and resilience, focusing on generative AI safety across risks from child protection to catastrophic terrorism. Lead and execute programs emphasizing project and client management, creative facilitation, and expert network orchestration—without requiring AI/ML programming—to address technical AI risk and safety challenges.

About Our Client

Our client is a strategic AI consultancy focused on responsible and impactful AI adoption across national security, education, and global operations. They partner with government agencies, leading AI labs, Fortune 500 firms, and nonprofits to deliver secure AI models, measurable mission impact, and transformative workforce training.

Key Responsibilities

• Design world-class evaluations for AI labs and deployers (benchmarks, red-teams, uplift studies).
• Assess high-risk misuse scenarios (e.g., chemical/biological threats) with human-centered methods.
• Pair diverse experts (e.g., sci-fi authors, biology professors) to red-team pre-release models.
• Develop responsible AI frameworks, scaling policies, and safety cases to map and mitigate risks.
• Create & deliver responsible AI trainings and toolkits for leaders and workforces.
• Workshop AI risk scenarios in crisis sectors (natural disasters, democracy protection, national security).
• Identify vulnerabilities where AI may compromise missions across labs, agencies, startups, and nonprofits.
• Design scalable, cost-effective mitigations for AI-related risks.

Required Qualifications

• 4–8 years professional experience
• Private sector or consulting experience required
• Advanced degree in security studies, global affairs, or related field.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proven experience in AI safety, risk assessment, or national security contexts.
• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
• Strong project management skills to lead teams and coordinate a 400+ expert network.
• Familiarity with responsible AI frameworks and safety policies.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills across diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex, high-visibility projects.
• U.S. citizenship and eligibility for public trust clearance.

Nice To Have

• Experience collaborating with top AI labs or federal agencies.
• Background in national security or risk analysis/assessment.
• Exposure to AI-enabled workflows and societal resilience research.

Bonus Nice to Have

• Board-level advisory experience.
• Published work on AI safety or national security topics.
• Multilingual communication skills.

Why Join Our Client

• Mission-Driven Innovation: Operate at the forefront of ethical, secure AI across national security and global impact.
• High-Visibility Work: From red-teaming major platforms to digitizing underserved languages and designing AI-enabled workflows.
• Ethical AI Leadership: Join a principled team focused on transparency, safety, and responsible AI.
• Growth & Influence: Shape the future of AI adoption alongside thought leaders and decision-makers.

Our Client’s Benefits

In addition to a competitive base salary, our client offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible work schedules, 20 days of paid time off, 11 paid federal holidays, immediate 401K contribution, health/dental & vision insurance and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

RightSeat and our Client are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.