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Chief Information Security Officer

### Who you are - You know how to build trust across organizations and communicate trade-offs clearly in environments where speed, innovation, and security must coexist - A proven track record as a CISO or SVP of Security in high-growth technology organizations — ideally companies building or deploying AI systems at scale - Strong experiences developing and executing enterprise security programs coupled with experience scaling security capabilities alongside company growth - Deep expertise across cloud security, DevSecOps, enterprise infrastructure, and AI/ML security, alongside strong famili…

  • On-site
  • Posted May 28, 2026
  • 1 position

Job summary

### Who you are - You know how to build trust across organizations and communicate trade-offs clearly in environments where speed, innovation, and security must coexist - A proven track record as a CISO or SVP of Security in high-growth technology organizations — ideally companies building or deploying AI systems at scale - Strong experiences developing and executing enterprise security programs coupled with experience scaling security capabilities alongside company growth - Deep expertise across cloud security, DevSecOps, enterprise infrastructure, and AI/ML security, alongside strong familiarity with modern regulatory frameworks, governance expectations, and compliance requirements - Experience operating within public company environments and an understanding of the complexities of cybersecurity governance, enterprise risk management, audit readiness, and SEC disclosure expectations - Experience preparing organizations for IPO readiness and scaling security programs through periods of rapid growth is highly valuable - Experience leading large-scale security organizations, managing budgets, and building strong teams across multiple security disciplines - An advanced degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field is preferred - If some of the above doesn’t line up perfectly with your experience, we still encourage you to apply! ### What the job involves - Cohere seeks a Chief Information Security Officer who can help shape Cohere’s security strategy & the broader conversation around securing AI at scale - You will build the playbook and lead the evolution of Cohere’s global security program across corporate systems, cloud infrastructure, AI development, and enterprise operations - As a visible leader for Cohere’s security vision internally and externally you will navigate risk, represent Cohere in industry discussions, and reinforcing our commitment to building AI responsibly - Define and Scale Cohere’s Security Strategy: Define and execute Cohere’s overarching information security strategy in alignment with business priorities and long-term company growth - Build a Modern Risk, Governance & Compliance Program: Lead Cohere in identifying, assessing, and mitigating security risk across all business functions - Secure AI Systems and Technical Infrastructure: Lead the security architecture strategy across Cohere’s cloud and on-premises environments, ensuring resilient, scalable, and secure systems across the organization - Lead Through Influence, Communication & Culture: Build and lead high-performing security teams across multiple disciplines while fostering a strong security-minded culture throughout the organization - Enable Secure AI Adoption and Customer Trust: Partner with product, modelling, and engineering teams to support the secure development and deployment of AI systems and enterprise solutions ### Benefits - Six weeks’ paid vacation - Equity / stock options - RRSP, 401(k), and Pension Scheme contributions - Coverage for 100% of your insurance premiums across health, dental, vision, and travel - Additional coverage for accessing mental health providers/services - Six months of fully paid parental leave, including adoption and surrogacy - Financial support for egg freezing and IVF in Canada and the UK - A monthly fitness and wellness allowance - Globally dispersed company that supports a remote work culture - A $2,000 annual education benefit for professional development - A weekly stipend for meals when working remotely and catered lunch when working from one of our global offices - A monthly arts and culture allowance - A monthly quality time allowance

Benefits

• Six weeks paid vacation • Equity / stock options • Full insurance coverage (health, dental, vision, travel) • Six months paid parental leave • Monthly fitness and wellness allowance • Annual $2,000 education benefit