Operations Architect for Scaling AI Security

Cerebras; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Aegis AI, a security AI startup in San Francisco, seeks a seasoned VP of Operations to architect the company’s internal engine and scalable processes. You will partner with the CEO and executive team to translate strategy into rigorous operational reality, designing an operating model that scales and aligns product, engineering, and GTM.

In this role you will own rhythms, cross-functional plans, and critical incubations—driving efficiency and accelerating hyper-growth while keeping the team

Responsibilities

• Scale Business Operations: Design, implement, and own the company’s core operating rhythms (OKRs, QBRs, leadership meetings, and all-hands). Build the infrastructure, processes, and KPIs needed to support hyper-growth.
• Strategic Planning & Execution: Translate long-term corporate strategy into actionable, cross-functional operating plans. Ensure company-wide alignment and hold executive leaders accountable for delivering on key milestones.
• Cross-Functional Orchestration: Serve as the central hub between Product, Engineering, and GTM. Identify organizational silos, resolve friction, and build scalable frameworks for sprinting in unison.
• Incubation & Special Projects: Lead complex enterprise initiatives, standing up new functions, spearheading expansion, or driving GTM partnerships to maturity.
• Financial & Resource Operations: Partner with the CEO on financial planning, budget allocation, and vendor management; prepare for fundraising and investor data rooms.

Job description

Aegis AI, a security AI startup in San Francisco, seeks a seasoned VP of Operations to architect the company’s internal engine and scalable processes. You will partner with the CEO and executive team to translate strategy into rigorous operational reality, designing an operating model that scales and aligns product, engineering, and GTM.

In this role you will own rhythms, cross-functional plans, and critical incubations—driving efficiency and accelerating hyper-growth while keeping the team