Head of Information and Security and Infrastructure

Whataburger•San Antonio, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Welcome to Whataburger Careers! Our Flavor — Why Whataburger Whataburger isn’t just a fast-food burger chain it is where bold leadership starts — and where potential doesn’t just grow, it heats up. Whether you're leading the line or working behind the scenes, this is the place where opportunities stack up, and every day gives you a chance to Make a Difference. Since 1950, we’ve invested in people who lead with integrity, Serve with Heart, and bring their best flavor to the team. We believe in working together, speaking up, having a little fun, and Winning as One — because great burgers (and great teams) start with the right ingredients. If you're ready — to learn, grow, impact, and Move Forward Boldly — we’ve got your back and your path cooked to perfection. Your Recipe for Impact — What You’ll Do 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.

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

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

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