
OUR
STORY
aisecuritysearch.io: Your trusted Global AI Security Search Partner, specializing in securing top AI security talent for organizations across the AI security ecosystem, from start-ups and scale-ups to large enterprises.
Backed by over 12 years of expertise in Information Security Search and a deep understanding of emerging risks, we empower businesses of all sizes to stay ahead of the evolving threat landscape. Operating as a specialized subsidiary of SecuritySearch.io, we deliver bespoke talent solutions designed to address the unique challenges of the AI era.
OUR
VALUE
Empowering organizations across the AI security ecosystem, from start-ups and scale-ups to large enterprises, with tailored talent solutions to secure digital assets and build resilient AI-focused security teams for long-term success.
Permanent Search
Find top-tier, long-term talent to build and strengthen your security team. Our tailored approach focuses on helping you retain candidates with the expertise and cultural fit needed to build sustainable teams, ensuring future growth and maximizing value in an ever-changing market.
Fractional CISO / AI Security Bench
Ideal for start-ups, scale-ups, and enterprises seeking expert AI security leadership or advisory. Our curated network of experienced CISOs and AI security specialists offers strategic guidance, compliance oversight, and flexible, on-demand expertise to strengthen your security posture and enhance AI-driven security programs during critical growth phases.
Interim Search
Quickly access experienced cybersecurity professionals for short-term or project-based needs. Whether bridging leadership gaps or managing critical initiatives, our interim search delivers flexible talent solutions to keep your operations secure and on track.
Solution Plug-ins
Team Builds: Rapidly scale your security team with the right talent.
Security Talent Advisory: Strategic guidance to optimize your cybersecurity hiring process.
Talent As A Service (TaaS): On-demand, fractional access to a specialized search partner on a fixed-cost basis. Acting as an extension of your leadership team, TaaS transforms talent acquisition into an agile, on-demand service tailored to your evolving needs.
FOUNDER
Luke Pulsford
With over a decade of experience, our founder is a seasoned Information Security Recruitment Executive, dedicated to helping organizations build robust Information Security functions. His expertise spans a wide range of clients, from early-stage start-ups and security scale-ups to large enterprises, FTSE 100 companies, and Fortune 500 firms.
In 2013, he began his recruitment journey during a transformative time in technology, marked by the rise of big data, cloud adoption, mobile innovation, and the ever-evolving security landscape. Since then, Luke has worked for global names in recruitment and security-focused firms, building his reputation and expertise over the years.
2018 marked Luke's first placement dedicated to Cyber M&A for a strategy firm, while 2019 saw his first AI Security and Emerging Risks placement for a UK asset management firm—Head of Digital & Emerging Risks (AI).
After over a decade in Information Security and Emerging Risks Recruitment, Luke launched SecuritySearch.io and AISecuritySearch.io in 2023. Since then, he has split his time between the US, UK, and Europe, continuing to serve clients across these regions with tailored talent solutions for the AI security landscape.
Outside of building SecuritySearch.io and AISecuritySearch.io, Luke is a passionate golfer, motorsports enthusiast, and DIY lover, currently restoring a Victorian property outside London. His hands-on approach, blending creativity, meticulous attention to detail, and a deep appreciation for historical authenticity, mirrors his professional ethos.
Committed to lifelong learning, Luke is pursuing an Executive Leadership Diploma in AI and plans to enroll in courses on Cybersecurity for Business Leaders and VC University to further enhance his industry expertise.

OUR
APPROACH
01 / PARTNER
We leverage our extensive network of cybersecurity leaders and practitioners to ensure that our clients have access to the best talent available.
By fostering strategic partnerships, we enhance our ability to deliver customized solutions that meet our clients' unique needs.
02 / REACH
In today's interconnected world, cybersecurity knows no borders.
We work with clients across North America, the UK, Europe, and the EMEA region, ensuring that we can provide comprehensive support regardless of geographical location.
With Locations in New York, London, and Amsterdam, we are strategically positioned to serve clients on a global scale.
03 / CREATING VALUE
Our commitment to retention extends beyond individual placements.
We empower organizations to succeed by connecting them with talent networks that enable long-term growth and development. For instance, analysts we've placed earlier in their careers have since evolved into security leaders, embodying our philosophy of placing security leaders for today and hiring future leaders for tomorrow
04 / INVESTMENT
By actively participating in industry events and supporting leading associations, we demonstrate our commitment to advancing the field of cybersecurity. From sponsoring conferences to investing in executive education programs, we continuously seek to expand our knowledge and expertise, enabling us to provide best-in-class service to our clients.
05 / RETAIN
06 / AGILE
07 / EMBRACE CHANGE
With over a decade of experience, Luke is a seasoned Information Security Recruitment Executive, dedicated to supporting clients in building robust Information Security functions.
Luke expertise spans diverse organizations, from early-stage startups, Security scale-ups, PE/VC-backed ventures, FTSE 100, and Fortune 500 enterprises
The information security industry succeeds through collaboration and networking. We believe that recruitment shouldn't be any different. That's why we actively partner with like-minded recruitment strategic partners who share our common goal. This collaborative approach enables us to provide a seamless and scalable recruitment solution, with the ability to scale up and down depending on our clients' needs.
In a rapidly evolving industry, adaptability is essential. We partner with organizations to develop tailored talent acquisition and recruitment strategies that address their specific challenges and objectives.
By staying at the forefront of industry trends and innovations, we ensure that our clients remain ahead of the curve.
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OUR CLIENT
PORTFOLIO
Our clients within the AI Security ecosystem
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Early-Stage, PE/VC-backed Startups
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Scale-ups to Late-Stage Ventures
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Advisory and strategy firms
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Private Equity (including their PortCos)
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Large Enterprise
Completed Searches
🔸Enterprise - Late Stage Ventures
☑️ Security Search partner for a Private Equity Portfolio
☑️ Head of Digital & Emerging Risks (AI) - InsurTech
☑️ CISO - Cloud / AI Software
☑️ Group CISO - PE-Backed, Cloud Provider
☑️ Fractional CISO - PE Firm
☑️ Chief Security Architect
🔸Start-ups & Scale-ups
☑️ Head of Information Security - Seed - AI Firm
☑️ Director, Information Security - Series B - FinTech
☑️ Director, IT & Cyber Risk (2LoD) - Pre-IPO FinTech
☑️ AI Security Engineer - Seed - Software firm
☑️ Product Manager, Security - Series A - AI Security firm
🔸Security Team-Build Outs
☑️ Exclusive retained partnership with a UK based Asset Manager, to build and scale a new Group IT Security team, resulting in 23 hires across two sprints.
OUR
VISION & DNA
At AI Security Search, we believe that governance of AI and responsible AI practices are central to securing value during growth and transformation.
As the threat landscape evolves, securing the right expertise in AI security, compliance, and resilience is crucial for long-term success. Our mission is to provide top-tier talent solutions that empower organizations—from start-ups to large enterprises—to stay ahead in securing digital assets, ensuring responsible AI practices, and navigating the unique challenges of the AI era.
PARTNER
At AI Security Search, we collaborate closely with clients to understand their unique AI security challenges. We connect them with skilled professionals who drive value, ensure secure AI-driven integrations, and safeguard against emerging AI-related threats, helping organizations navigate the evolving landscape of digital risk.
RETAIN
At AI Security Search, we help clients build robust, sustainable AI security teams that are equipped to handle the evolving digital landscape. By securing the right talent, we ensure future growth, maximize value, and strengthen defenses against emerging AI-related risks in an ever-changing market.
INVEST
At AI Security Search, we reinvest a portion of our profits back into the AI security ecosystem to support global industry chapters, key research initiatives, and events. By investing in executive leadership programs and fostering innovation in AI security, we continually enhance our expertise and provide actionable insights to help our clients stay ahead in the rapidly evolving AI landscape.
CONTACT US
Looking for innovative AI security talent solutions? Our network is built on exceptional AI security professionals and tailored advisory services. Share your most pressing hiring challenges, and our team will connect you with the right candidates or expert advisors to secure your business and drive success in the evolving AI landscape.
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35 New Broad Street,
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+1 332 877 3992