Head Of Cyber Risk And Compliance

The Opportunity:The Head of Cyber Risk and Compliance leads the evolution of Maple Leaf Foods’ enterprise-wide cybersecurity and cyber resilience program, protecting the organization’s assets, data, operations, supply chain, manufacturing environments, and reputation in an increasingly complex threat landscape. This role sets the strategy, advances modern security capabilities, and enables secure innovation while aligning cybersecurity priorities to Maple Leaf Foods’ business objectives, operating model, and culture.Reason for vacancy: Existing HeadcountWho you’ll work with:Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, the Head of Cyber Risk and Compliance works across Technology and partners closely with Enterprise Risk Management, Legal, Compliance, Privacy, Internal Audit, Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and business leaders to align cybersecurity with enterprise priorities and risk appetite. The role must work especially closely with the VP of Infrastructure to ensure cybersecurity strategy, architecture, operating priorities, and execution are aligned across infrastructure, cloud, networks, operations, resilience, and enterprise transformation initiatives. The role also engages with executive stakeholders, the Board, auditors, industry peers, and technology vendors to maintain a strong, forward-looking security posture.What you'll do:Act as the enterprise authority on cyber risk, ensuring risks are identified, prioritized, clearly communicated, and aligned to business priorities and risk appetiteDefine and deliver the enterprise cybersecurity and resilience strategy, including governance frameworks, policies, standards, controls, and Board-level reportingAdvise the Board, executive committees, and senior leaders on cybersecurity risks, resilience strategies, metrics, KPIs, and KRIs that translate cyber posture into business riskModernize security capabilities across security operations, threat intelligence, identity and access management, cloud security, data protection, AI security, and emerging risk managementEstablish cybersecurity oversight for operational technology, manufacturing environments, industrial control systems, connected equipment, and production continuityEmbed secure-by-design principles into enterprise architecture, infrastructure modernization, cloud adoption, digital platforms, automation, AI, and major transformation programsAssess and manage third-party and supply chain cyber risk across vendors, logistics partners, technology providers, and critical suppliersEnsure cybersecurity practices align with applicable privacy, cybersecurity, food safety, and industry-specific regulatory expectationsPartner with Privacy, Legal, and business teams to strengthen data governance and protect sensitive business, employee, customer, supplier, and operational dataIntegrate cybersecurity plans with enterprise crisis management, disaster recovery, business continuity, operational resilience, cyber insurance, and broader risk transfer considerationsServe as a senior crisis leader during cyber events, coordinating legal, operations, communications, technology, executive response, recovery, and continuous improvementBuild, lead, and develop high-performing cybersecurity teams, including workforce planning, capability development, awareness, and culture initiativesBuild and maintain external partnerships with peers, technology vendors, auditors, insurers, and intelligence-sharing networksSupport cybersecurity due diligence and integration planning for acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and major business integrationsQualifications
What you'll need:Progressive senior level experience in cybersecurity, technology risk, or information security, including 10+ years in senior leadership rolesUndergraduate degree required;
CISSP certification required, with additional relevant certifications considered an assetProven leadership of enterprise-scale cybersecurity programs and major transformation initiativesExecutive-level stakeholder management experience, including advising Boards and senior leadersDeep expertise across cybersecurity domains, including security operations, threat management, governance, resilience, cloud security, identity and access management, data protection, and control frameworksAdvanced understanding of emerging technologies and risks, including AI, automation, and digital ecosystemsExperience leading cyber incident response and recovery in complex, distributed environmentsStrong ability to communicate complex risks clearly to business leaders and influence decision-makingDemonstrated success building and leading high-performing, inclusive teamsExperience managing budgets, vendors, and strategic partnershipsProven history of success by taking the time to understand the core functions, operating realities, and business objectives of the organizations they have served, and translating that understanding into practical, business-aligned cybersecurity outcomesStrong appreciation for organizational culture, including how decisions are made, how teams operate, and how change is adopted, in order to build trust, influence effectively, and succeed in the roleDemonstrated alignment with the Maple Leaf Foods Leadership Values, with a proven ability to model the behaviours and practices that foster an inclusive, values-driven, and high-performing culture. You can learn more about our eight leadership values here .Additional Information
What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.Company Description
About Us:We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.We are carbon neutral.We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.We’re a global food company with approximately 10,000 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico and do business in Asia.A diverse and inclusive work environment:Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.
We embrace a strong, values-based cultureOur eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.Doing What’s RightShared ValueHigh PerformanceDiverse and Inclusive TeamsDisciplined Decision MakingOur AccountabilityTransparency and HumilityWe thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods;
however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired;
please contact our Talent Attraction Team at View email address on ca.hrm.tc .Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.We use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our recruitment process. AI does not make hiring decisions;
all decisions are made by human reviewers.Our 13,500 team members work in 20+ locations across Canada and the U.S. Find out where our plants and offices are located.
There’s no limit to how far you can take your career at Maple Leaf Foods. We’re a team of people with diverse backgrounds and a wide range of skills who challenge each other every day to learn and grow. When you join our team, your opportunities for growth are endless.
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