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23 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.We are seeking a pragmatic and strategic Security Engineering Lead or Officer to build and lead our security function from the ground up. As an AI SaaS company serving the semiconductor industry, we are entrusted with sensitive design, model, and infrastructure data. You will be responsible for driving security strategy across our product, infrastructure, compliance, and operationsensuring we meet and exceed industry standards like SOC 2 and maintain the trust of enterprise customers.Key Responsibilities :Oversee the security of our cloud-native SaaS platform (AWS-based)Design and implement secure practices for LLM model endpoints and microservicesManage infrastructure hardening, network segmentation, and secure data flowsCompliance & GovernanceOwn the SOC 2 compliance roadmap, audit preparation, and continuous monitoringImplement scalable processes for access control, data classification, and retentionLead third-party risk management and security reviewsSecurity OperationsEstablish incident response, disaster recovery, and business continuity plansDevelop secure SDLC practices and CI / CD pipeline monitoringManage vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and logging / alertingCorporate SecurityLead employee security training, onboarding, and asset managementDefine and enforce device, MDM, and endpoint protection policiesAct as the face of security in enterprise customer conversationsRespond to security questionnaires and due diligence requestsRepresent the company in discussions around IP protection, data localization, and export controlsRequired Qualifications :8+ years in security leadership roles, with experience in SaaS or cloud-native environmentsProven experience with SOC 2, ISO 27001, or similar frameworksStrong understanding of cloud security architecture (AWS preferred), Kubernetes, and IAMExperience building security programs from the ground up with modern security toolsExcellent communication and ability to influence cross-functional stakeholdersPreferred Qualifications :Experience working with enterprise customers in semiconductor, EDA, or high-IP industriesExposure to export compliance, ITAR, or data governance for sensitive sectorsPrior startup experience and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-ownership environmentWhat We Offer :Foundational Ownership : A greenfield opportunity to define and lead the entire security function at a high-growth startup from day one.Modern Stack & Culture : A cloud-native, microservices-based environment (AWS / Kubernetes) with strong engineering values and high autonomy.Enterprise-Grade Challenges : Partner with leading chip design companies on security, compliance, and trust in highly regulated, IP-sensitive domains.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionSemiconductor Manufacturing and Software DevelopmentReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Cognichip Inc. by 2xGet notified about new Security Professional jobs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada .Security Guard (Various Opportunities : Part-time / Full-time)Security Guard - Fire and Security Services - Casual 2025-11873 (2025-11873)Security Guard - Fire and Security Services - Regular Full-Time 2025-12498 (2025-12498)Internal Security Investigator - Relocate to Saudi Arabia, Relocate to Saudi Arabia, Permanent Expat Family Relocation PackageSecurity Guard Full Time North York General Hospital LeslieSecurity Guard - Full Time - Seneca Polytechnic (All Locations)Security Specialist Threat Risk Assessment 9054-0415Scarborough, Ontario, Canada 14 hours agoSecurity Guard - Full Time - Seneca Polytechnic (All Locations)Security Specialist (Threat Risk Assessment) 8536-0312West Park Healthcare - Full Time Security GuardSecurity Advisor - Relocate to Saudi Arabia, Relocate to Saudi Arabia, Permanent Expat Family Relocation PackageWest Park Healthcare - Full Time Security GuardSecurity Specialist (Penetration Tester) 8436-3112Cybercrime Investigator, Cybercrime & Security InvestigationsSecurity Specialist (Penetration Tester) 8437-3112Campus Security Guard - Future OpportunitiesCybersecurity Investigator, Enterprise Cybersecurity & Data InvestigationsSecurity Specialist (Penetration Tester) 8435-3112Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr