Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.

All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.

At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong. 

Loblaw Technology and Analytics power some of Canada’s most game-changing retail solutions. We connect Canadians to things that matter most. Food, health, beauty, money, and time. Curiosity drives us as we solve complex problems at pace and lay the foundation for a secure organization today while influencing a better future for our customers tomorrow. Join us and work alongside some of Canada’s most diverse and talented innovators supporting retail, digital customer solutions and analytical platforms. 

Senior Director, Security Operation Center (SOC) - Onsite - Brampton, ON

We are excited to welcome a passionate leader and visionary to our team who will report to the SVP Cyber Security, Network and Technology Risk.  In this role you will help to centralize security functions within our team to continuously monitor and improve Loblaws Security posture while preventing, detecting, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity incidents.

What You Will Do:

• Prioritize the implementation of agile methodologies within the security team, breaking down complex projects into manageable sprints and facilitating iterative progress.  
• Dedicated to cultivating high-performing teams by setting clear goals, providing ongoing mentorship, and fostering a collaborative culture.  Empowering the team to stive and deliver outstanding results.  
• Solving complex problems involves a blend of strategic foresight and hands-on problem-solving, ensuring that security operations are not only reactive but also proactive in mitigating potential risks.  
• Implement best practices and industry standards to ensure that security infrastructure is robust, resilient, and capable of defending against sophisticated threats.  
• Work closely with product teams to integrate security best practices into the development lifecycle from the earliest stages by embedding security considerations into product design and development.
• Align security strategies with the organization’s technology infrastructure and objectives, to evaluate and enhance security architecture, ensuring that it supports both current and future technological needs.  
• Through strategic collaboration and a commitment to security excellence, drive the effective implementation of robust controls and governance practices, ensuring that a dynamic environment remains secure and compliant.
• When confronted with complex challenges or urgent threats, assess the situation swiftly, evaluate potential solutions, and make informed decisions that safeguard the organization’s assets and reputation.   

What You Will Need:

• A Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in a relevant area of study with a preference for Computer Science or Computer Engineering
• Demonstrated experience leading high performing security teams in large complex organizations
• Already hold or the willingness to obtain relevant certifications such as GIAC, CISSP, CISM
• Deep technical knowledge in IT technology, security technology, security threats and trends
• Proficient skills in Cloud infrastructure, Network, Operating systems, and software development
• In depth knowledge around identity management, authentication, and encryption
• Experience in leveraging data analytic platforms specifically for security use cases
• Ability to present ideas in a clear and concise manner while tailoring your communication style and messaging to the various audiences

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.  
 
Please Note:
Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.