Vice President, Information Security

David Weekley Homes; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance – Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k) and discretionary 8% match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Profit Sharing

Vacation, Paid Holidays, plus PTO

New Home Discount for Team Member and Family

College Scholarship Program

Community Outreach

Sabbaticals

Job summary

A reputable construction firm is looking for a Vice President, Information Security in Houston, TX, to develop their enterprise security program. The role requires 8+ years of experience in information security, focusing on leadership and building security functions. Key responsibilities include managing security operations, developing security strategies, and ensuring compliance with privacy regulations. Exceptional benefits include health insurance, 401(k), and profit sharing.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in information security with 4+ years in leadership roles.
• Experience in building a security program.
• Knowledge of NIST CSF and CIS Controls.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute information security strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Build the security function from the ground up.
• Manage security operations including SIEM, EDR, identity management, and vulnerability programs.

Skills

Information Security

Leadership

Communication Skills

Vendor Management

Technical Depth in SIEM

Budget Management

Education

CISSP

CISM

Tools

Microsoft Security

Azure Security

SIEM

EDR

Vulnerability Management

Job description

Job Description

David Weekley Homes is seeking a Vice President, Information Security to build our enterprise security program from the ground up. This role combines strategic leadership with hands‑on execution. We need someone who can develop security strategy, stand up a security function, and stay close enough to operations to drive results directly.

You will own our security posture, mature our risk management capabilities, and build a security‑aware culture as we grow toward 10,000 closings by 2030. This role partners with Division Presidents, Region Presidents, and functional leaders across the organization to ensure security is understood and prioritized at every level.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and execute information security strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Build the security function from the ground up, defining roles, hiring talent, and developing the team over time.
• Partner with Division Presidents and functional leaders to ensure security requirements are understood and implemented across the organization.
• Directly manage security operations including SIEM, EDR, identity management, and vulnerability programs.
• Lead incident response efforts from detection through remediation; serve as escalation point for security events.
• Establish security policies, standards, and procedures that balance risk with operational efficiency.
• Conduct and oversee security assessments, penetration testing, and vendor risk evaluations.
• Present security posture and risk recommendations to executive leadership.
• Ensure compliance with privacy regulations, cyber insurance requirements, and data sharing boundaries with mortgage and financial services partners.
• Manage security budget and vendor relationships.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in information security with 4+ years in leadership roles.
• Track record of building or maturing a security program.
• Experience with Microsoft and Azure security environments.
• Technical depth in SIEM, EDR, vulnerability management, and incident response.
• Knowledge of NIST CSF and CIS Controls.
• CISSP, CISM, or equivalent certification preferred.
• Strong executive communication skills.
• Budget and vendor management experience.

Additional Information

Work Location: This role reports directly to our Information Services team at our corporate Houston, TX office and requires routine on‑site meetings; Houston‑based candidates are preferred. Exceptional candidates from other major metro areas across 12 states may be considered, with increased travel expectations.

Travel: Requires approximately two overnight trips per month, primarily visiting markets where we build homes, plus additional trips to the Houston corporate office if not based in Houston.

Work authorization: We do not offer sponsorship for work visas.

What We Offer

• Health Insurance – Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401(k) and discretionary 8% match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Profit Sharing
• Vacation, Paid Holidays, plus PTO
• New Home Discount for Team Member and Family
• College Scholarship Program
• Community Outreach
• Sabbaticals
• And more!

David Weekley Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by state or federal law.

No telephone calls or walk‑ins, please. Interviews are by appointment only. Your resume will be reviewed and qualified candidates may be contacted in the event of a potential job match or if further information is needed.