Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) – Executive Summary

Wilsonart; Pflugerville (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead its cybersecurity initiatives. This role involves developing comprehensive security strategies, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and managing risks across a global technology landscape. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in information security, with a strong focus on building security architectures and fostering a culture of security awareness. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in safeguarding digital assets and driving security maturity within a forward-thinking organization.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in information security with senior leadership experience.
• Expertise in designing enterprise cybersecurity programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cybersecurity governance and incident response.
• Develop and enforce enterprise-wide security policies.

Skills

Cybersecurity Strategy Development

Risk Management

Incident Response

Compliance (GDPR, CCPA)

Security Architecture

Threat Intelligence

Vulnerability Management

Security Awareness Training

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Certifications (CISSP, CISM, CISA)

Job description

Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

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Company Overview

Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Wilsonart is a world-leading manufacturer and distributor of engineered surfaces with approximately $1.4 billion in annual revenue and a global workforce of over 4,500 employees. Our surfaces are used across various markets including office, education, healthcare, residential, hospitality, and retail. Wilsonart operates under multiple brands such as Wilsonart, Resopal, Polyrey, Arborite, Laminart, Bushboard, Mermaid, Shore, Ralph Wilson, KML, Wetwall, Durcon, and Technistone, manufacturing and distributing High Pressure Laminate, Quartz, Solid Surface, Coordinated TFL, Edgebanding, and other engineered surface options. We serve more than 100 countries with manufacturing facilities in the United States, United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Czech Republic.

Position Overview

The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) will be a strategic and operational leader responsible for establishing and maintaining a comprehensive enterprise-wide information security program. Reporting to the CIO, the CISO will safeguard Wilsonart’s digital assets, systems, and data by developing cybersecurity strategies, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and managing risks across our global technology footprint. The ideal candidate will have proven success in building security architectures and promoting a culture of security awareness.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee cybersecurity governance, architecture, operations, and incident response across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments.
• Develop, implement, and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures enterprise-wide.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy and cybersecurity laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and industry frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
• Manage vulnerability assessments, threat intelligence, and Security Operations Center (SOC) performance to proactively mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with IT, Legal, HR, and other stakeholders to align security initiatives with enterprise risk management.
• Lead response to security incidents, including investigation, remediation, communication, and post-incident analysis.
• Provide regular reports to the CIO and executive leadership on security posture, risks, and mitigation efforts.
• Promote security awareness and training programs to enhance employee vigilance and reduce risks.

Leadership Capabilities

• Risk Strategist: Balances business growth with proactive risk mitigation.
• Cybersecurity Authority: Deep expertise in security technologies, threats, and compliance.
• Collaborative Leader: Works effectively with various business and technical leaders.
• Change Agent: Leads cultural and technical changes to improve security maturity.
• Effective Communicator: Clearly articulates cybersecurity issues to technical and executive audiences.
• Resilient & Agile: Maintains composure and decisiveness in high-pressure situations, including breaches.

Preferred Experience

• 15+ years in information security, with 5+ years in senior leadership roles.
• Proven experience designing and implementing enterprise cybersecurity programs.
• Expertise in threat intelligence, vulnerability management, incident response, and security architecture.
• Experience with global compliance, audits, and third-party risk management.
• Background in securing cloud-native platforms, OT/IoT systems, and enterprise applications.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent.
• Strong executive presence and influencing skills across organizational levels.

Wilsonart is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories.