Cohere seeks a Chief Information Security Officer who can help shape Cohere’s security strategy & the broader conversation around securing AI at scale. You know how to build trust across organizations and communicate trade-offs clearly in environments where speed, innovation, and security must coexist. 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 reinforce 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.

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.





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.

Robust 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 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.

Full-Time Employees At Cohere Enjoy These Perks Work closely with a team on the cutting edge of AI research

Weekly lunch stipend, in-office lunches & snacks

Full health and dental advantages, including a separate budget to take care of your mental health

100% Parental Leave top-up for up to 6 months

Personal enrichment advantages towards arts and culture, fitness and well-being, quality time, and workspace improvement

Remote-flexible, offices in Toronto, Recent York, San Francisco, London and Paris, as well as a co-working stipend

6 weeks of vacation (30 working days!) #

📌 Chief Information Security Officer Tech · (Toronto)
🏢 Cohere
📍 Toronto