Global IT Security Lead guiding security initiatives across Champion Petfoods' global operations. Driving security strategy and building security awareness in a hybrid work environment.
Responsibilities
Lead global IT security operations, including SOC monitoring, incident response, vulnerability management, and compliance.
Drive security strategy across hybrid and multi‑cloud environments and ensure IT Security functions and external partners align to organizational priorities.
Build and mature the organization’s security culture, awareness programs, and adherence to security standards across applications and infrastructure.
Oversee IT GRC, security governance, policy development, and regulatory reporting.
Identify and address emerging security risks, ensuring proactive mitigation and continuous improvement.
Guide secure design practices, threat modeling, and security integration throughout the software development lifecycle.
Direct penetration testing, vendor risk management, and expert technical support during incidents.
Collaborate with IT Operations to enhance operating models and improve global security posture.
Lead global security architecture reviews and drive changes to strengthen security controls.
Own business continuity strategy, including planning, auditing, and tracking key resilience KPIs (e.g., MTTR, RTO, RPO).
Ensure incident response/continuity plans and SLAs are reviewed annually and aligned with IT leaders and executive leadership expectations.
Requirements
5–10 years in IT security operations or technical IT operations, with proven expertise supporting a global, multi‑site environment.
CISSP or an equivalent industry‑recognized security certification.
Strong understanding of vulnerability management, risk remediation, modern security tooling, and hybrid/cloud security best practices.
Familiarity with frameworks such as NIST 2.0, ISO 27001, SOC2, and MITRE.
Experience implementing Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Identity & Access Management lifecycle practices, and Zero Trust methodologies.
Solid background in infrastructure, endpoint protection, and security monitoring technologies.
Proven ability to oversee third‑party security engagements and vendor risk assurance.
Experience conducting or coordinating penetration tests with internal teams and external partners.
Knowledge of ITIL processes, including incident, change, problem, request, and event management.
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence teams across regions and functions.
Demonstrated capability in change management and leading multi‑disciplinary teams.
Ability to work extended or off‑hours when required and travel to company locations as needed.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision and employee assistance programs to meet your individual or family needs.
401k/RRSP with company matching.
Continuing Education: In house & online learning & development, as well as an education assistance program.
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