Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Cohere is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead the evolution of its global security program. The CISO will define and execute Cohere's overarching information security strategy, build a modern risk, governance, and compliance program, secure AI systems and technical infrastructure, and foster a strong security-minded culture throughout the organization. The ideal candidate will have experience leading large-scale security organizations, managing budgets, and building strong teams across multiple security disciplines.

• Définir et exécuter la stratégie de sécurité de Cohere, en alignant les priorités de sécurité sur les objectifs commerciaux.
• Diriger l'identification, l'évaluation et l'atténuation des risques de sécurité dans toutes les fonctions de l'entreprise.
• Construire et diriger des équipes de sécurité performantes, tout en favorisant une culture de la sécurité au sein de l'organisation.
• You know how to build trust across organizations and communicate trade-offs clearly in environments where speed, innovation, and security must coexist
• Experience preparing organizations for IPO readiness and scaling security programs through periods of rapid growth is highly valuable
• Strong experiences developing and executing enterprise security programs coupled with experience scaling security capabilities alongside company growth
• If some of the above doesn’t line up perfectly with your experience, we still encourage you to apply!
• 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
• 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
• 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