Information security careers for GCR reduction

Abstract

Information security expertise can be crucial for addressing catastrophic risks related to AI and biosecurity. Advanced AI projects are likely to be targets of increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks, potentially leading to the deployment of AI by malicious actors. Security expertise may also be essential for addressing information hazards in biosecurity research, where the knowledge of vulnerabilities could be misused by bad actors. The article argues that there is a deficit of GCR-focused security expertise, and it calls for more people to pursue this career path. While the training may be challenging, it could lead to a high-impact and rewarding career. The authors discuss their experience in hiring security professionals at Open Philanthropy and highlight the need for a different mindset and skillset to address GCR-specific concerns. – AI-generated abstract