Head of Information and Security and Infrastructure

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About the position

As Head of Information and Security and Infrastructure, you’ll lead the strategy, design, and performance of secure, scalable technology platforms that power Whataburger’s growth. In this role, you’ll Make a Difference by ensuring the reliability and protection of critical systems that support our restaurants, team members, and customers every day. You’ll Serve with Heart by safeguarding data, strengthening trust, and championing responsible technology practices that put people first. Through strong partnerships across Technology, Product, Risk, and Compliance, you’ll Win as One , driving alignment between business priorities and secure, resilient solutions. With a forward-looking mindset, you’ll Move Forward Boldly —leading innovation in cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies like AI, while continuously evolving our capabilities to stay ahead of risks and opportunities.

Responsibilities

  • Lead enterprise infrastructure, cloud platforms, and security operations
  • Translate technology and security strategy into actionable roadmaps
  • Ensure system uptime, performance, and resilience through monitoring and incident response
  • Direct cybersecurity programs including threat detection and vulnerability management
  • Oversee data protection, privacy, and regulatory compliance (e.g., SOC 2, ISO, SOX)
  • Embed security controls across cloud-native, API, and platform environments
  • Drive cyber resilience, incident response, and business continuity planning
  • Govern third-party and vendor risk, including AI and SaaS solutions
  • Partner across teams to support audits, risk assessments, and control testing
  • Provide risk-based insights and recommendations to senior leadership
  • Lead, develop, and mentor high-performing infrastructure and security teams
  • Communicate technology and security posture to executives and stakeholders
  • Continuously improve scalability, efficiency, and security maturity

Requirements

  • 6+ years of experience in infrastructure, cloud, and information security leadership
  • Proven success operating large-scale, high-availability cloud environments (24/7, multi-region)
  • Deep expertise in cybersecurity, risk management, and regulatory compliance
  • Experience building and executing enterprise technology and security strategies
  • Strong knowledge of identity security, incident response, and threat management
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and develop senior technical teams
  • Executive-level communication and stakeholder influence skills
  • Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in a related field

Nice-to-haves

  • Advanced degree (MBA or related master’s)
  • Industry certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CCSP)
  • Experience leading AI governance and secure adoption frameworks
  • Background in restaurant, retail, or multi-site operations environments
  • Familiarity with modern architectures (microservices, APIs, cloud-native platforms)
  • Experience presenting to executive leadership, board members, or external stakeholders
  • Track record of driving transformation in security posture and infrastructure modernization

Benefits

  • Competitive Weekly Pay
  • Bonus Program that scales up to 2.5X payout potential based on company results
  • 5 weeks PTO
  • Flex Weeks
  • Paid Corporate Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 401(k) match \$1/\$1 up to 4%
  • Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability Benefits
  • Opportunities for Career Development and Growth
  • Whataburger Family Foundation - Scholarship Program (dependents eligible) and Hardship Grant Assistance
  • Wireless Service Discounts
  • Computer & Software Discounts
  • Fitness / Gym Discounts
  • Awards and recognition for all you do
  • Retirement Celebration Program
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