Mars · 14 hours ago
Global IT Security Lead
Louisville, CO
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $105K/yr
5+ years expChampion Petfoods is an award-winning pet food crafter with a reputation of trust spanning 35+ years. The Global IT Security Lead serves as the strategic leader for the global security program, driving security initiatives, governance, and risk management across the organization.
ConfectioneryConsumer GoodsFood and BeverageManufacturing
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
Qualification
Required
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
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively with executive level stakeholders
Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills, with the ability to support and influence teams at all levels
Proven capability to drive change and enable technology adoption across the organization
Experience leading multi disciplinary teams across diverse cultures, regions, and geographies
Fluent in English, both written and spoken
Ability to travel between the Company's locations, and willingness to accept temporary assignment(s) to additional Company locations
Benefits
401k/RRSP with company matching.
Medical, dental, vision and employee assistance programs to meet your individual or family needs.
In house & online learning & development, as well as an education assistance program.
Free bag of premium pet food each month.
Company
Mars
Mars is a manufacturer of pet food, confectionery, and other food products.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-03-04Debt Financing
Leadership Team
Claus Aagaard
CFO
Meghal Sheth
CFO, Mars Wrigley India
Recent News
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