Mark Anthony Group is an entrepreneurial drinks company, built from the ground up by thinking differently, innovating and doing the unexpected. Our company is rooted in family values, a bold vision and relentless determination to continuously raise the bar and make a positive difference in consumers' lives. Founded in 1972, we’ve grown organically from a one-person import wine business into an international drinks company. Our hallmarks include a portfolio of iconic beverage brands— White Claw® Hard Seltzer, Mike’s Hard Lemonade, and Olé Cocktail Co. alongside a collection of luxury wineries in the Okanagan Valley, notably Mission Hill Family Estate, CedarCreek Estate Winery, Martin’s Lane Winery, and CheckMate Artisanal Winery.

As a Data Protection Engineer , you will be responsible for designing and implementing robust security frameworks that safeguard organizational data against internal and external threats. In this role, you will lead initiatives for data discovery and classification, deploy advanced Data Loss Prevention (DLP) strategies, and ensure sensitive information is accurately identified, monitored, and protected across all environments.

What you'll do:

• Design and govern Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) architectures. Develop and maintain data security frameworks, architecture & AI standards.
• Implement and maintain data protection technologies. Deploy and manage platforms such as Data Security Posture Management (DSPM), and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) to safeguard sensitive data across systems and networks.
• Lead data discovery and classification efforts. Identify and categorize data based on sensitivity and regulatory requirements, and AI readiness to ensure appropriate protection measures are applied and that data is prepared for secure and effective use in AI-driven processes.
• Monitor data movement and respond to security incidents. Investigate anomalies and policy violations promptly.
• Establish a working group to recommend controls and policies. Enable effective governance, DLP and prevent unauthorized data exposure.
• Ensure compliance with privacy and geographical regulations. Support GDPR, Quebec Law 25, California CCPA, and PCI requirements, etc.

What you have:

• 3–5 years of experience in data security, cybersecurity, or records management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Systems.
• Certifications preferred: DSPM Fundamentals, CISSP, CCSP.
• Strong understanding of data discovery, classification, and access control mechanisms.
• Familiarity with privacy regulations (GDPR, Quebec Law 25, etc.) and records management principles.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

Why Join Us? Mark Anthony is committed to hiring, engaging, and growing qualified, talented, and motivated team members at every level of our organization. We offer competitive compensation that recognizes individual and company performance. The typical hiring range for this position is $90,000 - $115,000 annually complemented by a bonus plan; the base pay is determined by market location and job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and education.

As part of our Total Rewards program, we are also proud to offer:

• Company-matched RRSP contributions
• Extended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans with 24/7 access to a primary care physician via Lumino Health
• Maternity & Adoption Leave Top Up and Paid Secondary Caregiver Leave
• Paid time off
• An extensive offering of world leading learning and development programs to empower your career development – in-person and digital offerings with internationally renowned resources like Franklin Covey and Lumina.

Other perks include:

• Located in a prime Vancouver neighborhood (near transit)
• Hybrid work environment of 4-days a week in-office
• Company paid parking
• Complimentary building gym

We are growing a lasting legacy in the beverage alcohol industry, with people first. Apply now!

Mark Anthony Group is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds who are eligible to work in Canada. We thank all candidates for their interest in MAG and we will reach out to those candidates that are under consideration. If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact your recruiter. ________________________________________________________________________

At Mark Anthony, we exist to Unearth the Extraordinary: Our Purpose is not just a statement; it is a call to action that binds us together and ignites our passion for making a difference. It is the driving force behind why we do what we do every single day, connecting our global organization across all business units, roles, and locations. We are:

Best in Our Craft We set the standard with a pursuit of excellence that can be found in everything from our products and processes to our plants and people.

Ambitiously Curious We stay curious, dreaming big and navigating the unknown with an enduring belief in better.

Made With Humility We bring humility, authenticity, fun, and support to every collaboration and celebrate wins as a team.

Daringly Disruptive We disrupt the status quo, moving fast to seize opportunities and acting scrappy to stay ahead of industry giants.