Corporate Security & IT Engineer

Cerebras Systems builds the world's largest AI chip, 56 times larger than GPUs. Our novel wafer-scale architecture provides the AI compute power of dozens of GPUs on a single chip, with the programming simplicity of a single device. This approach allows Cerebras to deliver industry-leading training and inference speeds and empowers machine learning users to effortlessly run large-scale ML applications, without the hassle of managing hundreds of GPUs or TPUs.  

Cerebras' current customers include global corporations across multiple industries, national labs, and top-tier healthcare systems. In January, we announced a multi-year, multi-million-dollar partnership with Mayo Clinic, underscoring our commitment to transforming AI applications across various fields. In August, we launched Cerebras Inference, the fastest Generative AI inference solution in the world, over 10 times faster than GPU-based hyperscale cloud inference services.

About The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated leader for the corporate security pillar within the cybersecurity organization. 

The corporate security leader will be responsible for the design, buildout and operations of security capabilities that protect the organization from attacks, including endpoints, network, Identity and SaaS security.  The right candidate would be able to envision a secure corporate that balances engineering efficiency, productivity with stringent security requirements, and build the ecosystem to support the secure target state. 

Responsibilities 

• Create a clear roadmap for the design and buildout of security capabilities, driven by business needs and security risks. 
• Lead the buildout and seamless integration of advanced security technologies into the existing corporate ecosystem, replacing legacy security technologies with newer more secure and productivity-oriented solutions (e.g. SASE). 
• Coordinate and manage risk assessments and vulnerability evaluations, across the organization. 
• Rethink and build a new identity and access management strategy across the different organizational ecosystems. 
• Work closely with IT, engineering, legal, and other business units to integrate security best practices across the organization and build a security-focused culture. 

Skills And Qualifications   

• Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience (10 years) with security architectures, including endpoints, networks, Identity, and SaaS environments. Proven expertise in integrating advanced security technologies within large-scale corporate ecosystems. 
• Demonstrated experience in managing security operations, including automated and engineering minded security operations. 
• Advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCSP) are highly desirable. 
• Excellent leadership skills with a track record of driving strategic security initiatives  
• Experience in developing, enforcing, and evolving corporate cybersecurity policies and standards. 
• Extensive software engineering background desirable. 
• Hands-on experience building, securing and operating highly dynamic cloud environments.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize.  
• Detail-oriented with the ability to anticipate the needs of customers and internal stakeholders.  
• Proactive, adaptable, and able to thrive in a rapidly changing environment. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  

Why Join Cerebras

People who are serious about software make their own hardware. At Cerebras we have built a breakthrough architecture that is unlocking new opportunities for the AI industry. With dozens of model releases and rapid growth, we’ve reached an inflection  point in our business. Members of our team tell us there are five main reasons they joined Cerebras:

1. Build a breakthrough AI platform beyond the constraints of the GPU.
2. Publish and open source their cutting-edge AI research.
3. Work on one of the fastest AI supercomputers in the world.
4. Enjoy job stability with startup vitality.
5. Our simple, non-corporate work culture that respects individual beliefs.

Read our blog: Five Reasons to Join Cerebras in 2025.

Apply today and become part of the forefront of groundbreaking advancements in AI!

Cerebras Systems is committed to creating an equal and diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate different backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We believe inclusive teams build better products and companies. We try every day to build a work environment that empowers people to do their best work through continuous learning, growth and support of those around them.

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