Security Lead; Vulnerability Management - SF​/NYC​/Remote

About the Role

As Security Lead, you will be both a key architect of our product and a steward of Cogent’s own operational security.

• Shape the Cogent product at the frontier of AI and cybersecurity

  • Work hand-in-hand with machine learning engineers to build AI agents grounded in real-world security workflows

  • Contribute deep domain insight to shape product strategy, roadmap, and core capabilities

• Build the world’s first AI-native cybersecurity Org

  • Extend and evolve Cogent’s security posture, systems, and incident response capabilities to create the strongest cyber program in the industry

  • Implement processes and tools to protect Cogent and our customers end to end

• Educate the market and elevate the industry

  • Write thought-provoking content, partner with customers, and speak credibly about the role of AI in vulnerability management

  • Help define how the industry thinks about autonomous security

You are a top 1% builder who thrives at the intersection of security and engineering. You bring:

• 10+ years of deep, hands‑on experience in security engineering

• Expertise in vulnerability management across the attack surface

• Fluency in Python or a comparable language, with a passion for automation

• A track record of operating at scale in high‑stakes, fast‑paced environments

• A bias for clarity, velocity, and technical rigor

• (Bonus) Experience working closely with ML, AI, or data science teams

The standard base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $300,000 annually. Compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, job level, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for variable compensation, equity, and benefits.

We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse company. We do not discriminate based on gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, civil or family status, age, disability, or race.