Vice President of Information Security

Uline; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with 6% employer match

Bonus programs

Paid holidays and generous PTO

Tuition assistance

On-site café

Job summary

Uline, a leading North American shipping and packaging materials company, seeks a seasoned Vice President of Information Security to direct its security program and operations. You will guide critical investments, strengthen security strategies, and partner with CIO and IT leadership to protect technology, systems, and data.

Lead a high-performing team, advance security capabilities, and shape the future of IT security at a large, private company with emphasis on regulatory compliance and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 15+ years of progressive information security experience with 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong track record building and leading enterprise security programs.
• Hands-on knowledge of security frameworks, risk management and data protection practices.

Responsibilities

• Direct Uline’s IT security program, aligning security priorities with business objectives and risk tolerance.
• Lead and develop Uline’s Information Security team, establishing clear roles, career paths and succession plans.
• Establish and execute security policies, standards and controls that protect systems, data and operations while meeting regulatory requirements.
• Oversee security investments, staffing strategies and third-party partnerships to strengthen the overall program.
• Evaluate security risks and incidents, providing updates to executive leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Information security

Risk management

Data protection

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Vice President of Information Security

Corporate Headquarters

12575 Uline Drive, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158

Lead IT security for a growing North American company. As Uline’s Vice President of Information Security, you will oversee our Information Security program and operations, guide critical solution investments and strengthen the strategies that protect our technology, systems and data. Partner with the CIO and IT leadership to advance security capabilities, manage risk and support the continued growth of our business.

Lead a talented team, advance security capabilities and help shape the future of IT security at a large, privately held company.

Position Responsibilities

• Direct Uline’s IT security program, aligning security priorities and execution with business objectives and risk tolerance.
• Lead and develop Uline’s Information Security team, establishing clear roles, career paths and succession plans.
• Establish and execute security policies, standards and controls that protect company systems, data and operations while meeting regulatory requirements.
• Oversee security investments, staffing strategies and third-party partnerships to strengthen the overall security program.
• Evaluate security risks, incidents and program effectiveness, providing recommendations and updates to executive leadership.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in Information Security with 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Proven success building and leading enterprise security programs.
• Hands-on knowledge of security frameworks, risk management and data protection practices.
• Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• CISSP, CISM or CRISC certifications preferred.
• 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 10,000 employees across 15 locations.

Uline is adrug-free workplace. All new hires must complete a pre-employment hair follicle drug screening. All positions are on-site.

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