Leader in manufacturing building materials—gypsum, drywall, ceilings, flooring, sheathing, roofing worldwide.
Lead security strategy, risk, compliance, and incident response for USG IT.
4 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Chicago, IL
Hybrid
Company Size
7,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Engineering
Architecture
Design
Technical Services
General Contractor
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
Description
risk assessment
security strategy
compliance
data security
security guidance
team collaboration
Risk assessment: Lead cybersecurity risk assessments and mitigation efforts, and oversee incident management and response planning
Support security strategy: Develop and manage an enterprise-wide security strategy, and communicate performance to key stakeholders
Ensuring compliance and security: Ensure data systems comply with relevant regulations and security standards. Develop measures to protect data privacy and ensure the security of data pipelines and analytics infrastructure
Collaboration and communication: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, especially within customer experience teams of USG, including IT, data science, and business units of customer experience teams, to mitigate risk. Guide security engineering teams in making informed security decisions on infrastructure, systems, and applications design.
Requirements
siem
firewalls
automation
iso
nist
pentesting
7-10+ years’ experience in information security and risk management
Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including IT, data science, and business units of customer experience teams
Strong ethical standards and integrity
Excellent problem-solving skills to address security challenges
Experience with IT security frameworks and regulations such as ISO, NIST, and GDPR
Ability to translate technical security risks into clear, concise, nontechnical terms
Proficiency in security tools and products, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and vulnerability scanning
Experience in overseeing or implementing automation in security engineering
Experience with network security design and implementation, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessment tools
Experience with security standards for cloud applications including in the implementation of digital solutions
The company originated in 1902 through a merger of gypsum companies.
Invented 1916
Invention Year
The iconic Sheetrock® drywall panels were pioneered in 1916, revolutionizing interior construction methods.
26 miles
Railway Length
The company operates the only industrial narrow-gauge railway in the U.S., transporting gypsum 26 miles from quarry to plant.
Acquired 2019
Acquisition Year
The company became privately held by Germany’s Knauf in 2019.
A global manufacturer supplying wall, ceiling, flooring, sheathing, and roofing materials for landmarks like the Burj Khalifa, Lotte Tower, and the Freedom Tower.
Operates through Gypsum and Ceilings divisions, blending innovative systems such as structural panels and acoustical ceiling tiles with technical support for architects, builders, and contractors.
Plants, mines, and quarries span North America, manufacturing specialty products like cement boards and mold-resistant panels for niche projects.
Culture + Values
Innovation
Collaboration
Sustainability
Safety
Integrity
Customer Focus
Continuous Improvement
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net Zero Target
Aim to achieve net zero carbon emissions by a specific future year, demonstrating long-term commitment to climate action.
Reduction of Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions
Focus on energy efficiency in operations
Implementation of sustainable manufacturing processes
Ongoing investment in renewable energy sources
Goal to reduce waste and improve recycling in production
Inclusion & Diversity
Commitment to creating an inclusive environment for all employees
Increased women in leadership roles
Ongoing employee resource group initiatives
Transparent reporting on diversity metrics
Ongoing training for building an inclusive culture