CoreWeave Welcomes Jim Higgins as Chief Information Security Officer to Enhance Cybersecurity Strategy

CoreWeave's Bold Move in Cybersecurity: Jim Higgins Appointed CISO

CoreWeave, recognized as the AI Hyperscaler™, has made a strategic decision to bolster its security infrastructure with the announcement of Jim Higgins as the new Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). This appointment, revealed on February 27, 2025, reflects the company's commitment to providing robust security solutions tailored for enterprises operating in the rapidly evolving AI sector.

Higgins arrives at CoreWeave with an impressive track record in the field of cybersecurity. His previous role was as CISO at Snap Inc., where he played a crucial role in safeguarding the user data of one of the world’s leading social media platforms, Snapchat. Prior to that, Higgins served as CISO at Block, Inc. and held senior positions overseeing information security at tech giants such as Google. His vast experience encompasses not only cybersecurity but also regulatory compliance and enterprise risk management, making him well-suited for his new role.

As CISO, Higgins will be responsible for shaping CoreWeave's security strategy, focusing on governance, infrastructure protection, and ensuring the security of its CoreWeave Cloud Platform. This is essential, especially as more organizations rely on AI technologies to drive their operations.