Coca Cola Refreshments Canada

Specialist, Cyber Security

Coca Cola Refreshments Canada$82K — $115K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • College diploma or degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
  • CISSP, CCSP, CISM, relevant GIAC certification (e.g., GSEC or GCIA), or AZ-500 certification required.
  • 3-5 years in a hands-on cybersecurity engineering or advanced technical security role required.
  • Experience with security technologies such as PAM, firewalls, CASB, and DLP required.
  • Deep experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP required.
  • Excellent documentation skills for technical procedures and reporting.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to lead security projects from start to finish.
  • Drive technical maturity of the cloud environment and IAM lifecycle while optimizing access controls.
  • Lead enterprise-wide penetration testing and manage remediation efforts.
  • Build and maintain security controls in cloud and IT environments for robust security architecture.
  • Conduct security assessments to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities in IT and OT environments.
  • Update cybersecurity policies and practices in line with regulations and best practices.
  • Automate security compliance checks and routine audits to streamline processes.

Benefits

  • Access to on-the-job training and a library of free courses for continuous learning.
  • Comprehensive benefits package to support health and well-being.
  • Opportunities for employee volunteerism in local communities.
  • Commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices.
  • Recognition as one of Canada's Best Employers for Diversity.
Full Job Description
Role Details
  • Work Location - Toronto
  • Hybrid Environment - This position currently offers a hybrid work schedule. Subject to change. The in-office requirement is a minimum of three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday), with the flexibility to work remotely on the remaining days.
  • Salary - The full base salary range for this position is from $82,800 - $115,000 annually. The starting base salary offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, role complexity, skills, experience, and internal equity.
  • Initial Posting Close Date - June 12, 2026


About This Opportunity

We are recruiting for a Cybersecurity Specialist to join our Security Engineering team. This role is ideal for a versatile technical professional who can connect security strategy with hands-on implementation.

More than a compliance role, this position focuses on building and strengthening secure infrastructure. You will help design, secure, and scale our environment, with a strong focus on cloud security and the maturity of our Identity and Access Management (IAM) lifecycle.

This is an exciting is the opportunity to make a visible impact across the business by shaping secure, modern systems and driving meaningful improvements in cloud security, IAM, and automation.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to lead security projects and initiatives from inception to completion.
  • Drive the technical maturity of our cloud environment and IAM lifecycle, optimizing RBAC, secrets management, and modern authentication protocols.
  • Lead enterprise-wide penetration testing by scoping assessments with external vendors, coordinating testing across IT and OT environments, and driving remediation of identified findings.
  • Build, implement, and maintain security controls across IT and OT environments, ensuring strong guardrails are embedded in cloud and infrastructure deployments.
  • Conduct technical security assessments across IT and OT environments to identify vulnerabilities, configuration drift, and structural weaknesses before they can be exploited.
  • Review and update cybersecurity policies and processes to align with current best practices and regulatory requirements.
  • Serve as the primary security contact for technical integrations across the organization.
  • Develop and maintain scripts to automate compliance checks, routine security audits, and provision workflows to reduce manual effort.


Qualifications

  • College diploma or degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
  • At least one of the following certifications is required; additional certifications are considered an asset: CISSP (preferred), CCSP, CISM, relevant GIAC certification (e.g., GSEC or GCIA), or AZ-500.
  • 3-5 years of experience in a hands-on cybersecurity engineering or advanced technical security role is required.
  • Proven experience implementing and managing security technologies, including PAM, firewalls, CASB, cloud security, key management, and DLP, is required.
  • Experience with Microsoft Power BI is an asset.
  • Experience with security challenges and controls in OT/ICS environments is an asset.
  • Experience securing CI/CD pipelines is an asset.
  • Experience scripting or programming in languages such as Python or PowerShell for automation is an asset.
  • Deep hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP is required.
  • Strong knowledge of industry security frameworks and benchmarks, including NIST, ISO, SOC 2, and CIS Baselines.
  • Excellent documentation skills for technical procedures and reporting are required.
  • Proven ability to lead projects independently and take ownership of security initiatives from requirements gathering through final deployment.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly communicate complex technical security risks to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

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Why work with us?
  • Join a local, family-owned business that's part of a globally recognized brand, where you can develop your capabilities, competencies, and career.
  • Coke Canada has a culture of learning, and we offer several channels to support your development, including on-the-job training and a library of free courses for just-in-time learning.
  • We are committed to offering a comprehensive benefits package designed to help our employees achieve their best physical, mental, financial, and overall health and well-being. This includes a competitive compensation package, access to retirement and saving programs, family and employee assistance program, paid vacation and floater days.
  • We have close, local connections with the communities in which we operate across Canada. We're determined to make a positive difference in our communities; this includes opportunities for employee volunteerism.
  • We're building our business responsibly and our mission is to work Toward a Better Future Together. We have a plan that outlines how we are reducing, reusing, recycling, decreasing our carbon footprint, and using water responsibly. For more information visit cokecanada.com/sustainability/


Coke Canada has been recognized as one of Canada's Best Employers for Diversity, and we're committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. Together we are creating a workplace culture that values diversity, enables inclusivity and ensures everyone feels like they belong. We are aiming to ensure our diverse workforce is reflective of the communities in which we operate. Research shows that women-identifying and other marginalized individuals often hesitate to apply unless they meet 100% of the listed qualifications. If this role excites you, even if you don't check every box, we encourage you to apply. Your unique experience and perspective could be what we're looking for. Unless otherwise specified, this job post is for an existing vacancy.

About Coca Cola Refreshments Canada

Coca-Cola Refreshments Canada is a subsidiary of The Coca-Cola Company, the world's largest beverage company. The company produces, distributes, and markets a wide range of non-alcoholic beverages, including Coca-Cola, Sprite, Fanta, and Dasani. Coca-Cola Refreshments Canada was founded in 1906 and is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario. The company has approximately 6,000 employees across Canada.
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