Chief Information Security Officer

Uline; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Bonus programs

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Tuition Assistance Program

On-site café

Fitness center with trainers

Job summary

Uline is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer to lead cybersecurity, risk management and regulatory compliance across the business. Work with executive leadership to protect critical data and strengthen resilience for our North American operations.

The CIO will guide the Security Operating Model, build and lead security teams, and report security performance to the C-suite. This role requires a strategic thinker with hands-on knowledge of risk management and data protection practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering or similar.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in Information Security with 5+ years in a leadership position.
• Hands-on knowledge of security frameworks, risk management and data protection practices.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Uline does not participate in the H-1B lottery.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive-level leadership for Uline’s Security Operating Model, identifying staffing needs and third-party vendors to mitigate risk.
• Build, develop and lead Information Security teams, setting clear expectations across all levels to support performance, accountability and long-term talent development.
• Define and drive the organization’s enterprise-wide security strategy based on business objectives and risk tolerance.
• Oversee security policies, standards and controls that meet regulatory requirements and protect the business.
• Report on security risks, incidents and performance and provide actionable insights to executive leadership.

Skills

Leadership in security

Security program development

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Security frameworks

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Info Security or related

Tools

SIEM

Risk management tools

Job description

Corporate Headquarters

12575 Uline Drive, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158

Corporate Headquarters 12575 Uline Drive, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 Lead security. Manage risk. Support operations. Uline is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer to lead the strategic direction for cybersecurity, risk management and regulatory compliance across the business. Work with executive leadership and business teams to protect critical data, strengthen resilience and ensure a secure environment for our growing North American company.

Why IT at Uline?

Uline’s 450+ person in-house tech team builds and supports the custom systems that run our business. The team owns and creates solutions that operate at scale, supporting operations from warehouse management to e-commerce.

Position Responsibilities

• Provide executive-level leadership for Uline’s Security Operating Model, identifying staffing needs and third-party vendors to mitigate risk.
• Build, develop and lead Information Security teams, setting clear expectations across all levels to support performance, accountability and long-term talent development.
• Define and drive the organization’s enterprise-wide security strategy based on business objectives and risk tolerance.
• Oversee security policies, standards and controls that meet regulatory requirements and protect the business.
• Report on security risks, incidents and performance and provide actionable insights to executive leadership.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering or similar.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in Information Security with 5+ years in a leadership position.
• Strong background in building and executing enterprise security programs.
• Hands-on knowledge of security frameworks, risk management and data protection practices.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Uline does not participate in the H-1B lottery.

Benefits

• Complete health insurance coverage and 401(k) with 6% employer match that starts day one!
• Multiple bonus programs.
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
• Tuition Assistance Program that covers professional continuing education.

Employee Perks

• On-site café and first-class fitness center with complimentary personal trainers.
• Over four miles of beautifully maintained walking trails.

About Uline

Uline, a family-owned company, is North America’s leading distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging materials with over 9,800 employees across 14 locations. Uline is a drug-free workplace. All new hires must complete a pre-employment hair follicle drug screening. All positions are on-site. EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled #CORP #IN-PPITL1 #ZR-HQIT Our employees make the difference and we are committed to offering exceptional benefits and perks! Explore https://www.uline.jobs/#working-here_blankUline.jobs to learn more!