The Walt Disney Company · 1 month ago
Ride Control System Security Engineer - Operational Technology (OT)
Glendale, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$129K/yr - $173K/yr
3+ years expThe Walt Disney Company is a global leader in entertainment, and Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force behind Disney's theme parks and attractions. As a Ride Control Systems Security Engineer, you will be responsible for the design and implementation of network architecture and cyber security systems for ride projects, ensuring high availability and security for innovative ride systems.
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Responsibilities
Lead Operational Technology (OT)/ Industrial Control Systems (ICS) network architecture and cyber security systems development, design, and implementation for automation and embedded control systems on a wide variety of large-scale, highly complex, and innovative ride systems
Perform engineering design and analysis for ride system networks, with focus on automation system architecture
Design and test cyber security solutions and network architectures for ride systems
Design, model, and analyze data network communication systems
Research and test new products, technologies, and methodologies and conduct trade-off studies
Prepare and propose new cyber security and network architecture concepts and standards
Lead standards and policies development for ride control network and cyber security architectures
Collaborate with and support project teams on network requirements, implementation, and issues
Collaborate with attraction development teams to design and deliver ride networks
Develop and analyze OT network performance requirements for high availability real-time system
Develop and capture requirements and functional specifications in documents, drawings, and models
Develop implementation plans and budgets for ride control network systems
Develop and implement mock-ups and prototypes for proof-of concept efforts
Develop test requirements and documents and conduct ride network installation/commissioning efforts
Qualification
Required
At least 3 years of experience with design, engineering, installation, and commissioning of highly networked automation, process control, and industrial control systems
At least 3 years of experience in network systems design, installation and configuration
At least 3 years of experience with Linux and Windows system administration experience
Demonstrated experience in network design and analysis approaches to ensure and balance network availability, performance, resiliency and security
Knowledge of wired and short-range wireless communication networks used in high availability industrial and embedded applications
Solid understanding of communication technologies/protocols: TCP/IP, CAN, Serial, ProfiNET, Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT, 802.11
Demonstrated experience in wireless communications for control and monitoring high-availability safety critical systems
Demonstrated experience evaluating and remediating network and system vulnerabilities
Demonstrated experience with cyber security technologies including firewalls, endpoint security solutions, VPNs, network security monitoring and detection, and security information and event management (SIEM)
Solid skills in technical document writing
Ability to travel and work both domestically and internationally, for varying durations that could be up to 3 months
Ability to handle multiple complex efforts simultaneously, coordinate team efforts, and manage tasks and priorities
Ability to maintain knowledge of constantly changing network and cyber security concerns in OT/ICS systems
As a minimum a Bachelor of Science Degree in engineering, computer science, or related field from an accredited university required; Electrical Engineering preferred
Preferred
Proficient in Rockwell and/or Siemens automation systems architecture and components
Experienced in fail-safe and safety-related system design and analysis
Experience with multitasking software platforms and design approaches
Experience with wired and wireless network design and configuration
Experience with firewalls, VPNs, network security monitoring, and vulnerability assessment tools
Knowledge of software configuration management/version control tools
Cisco, GIAC, CompTIA or other relevant network and cyber security certifications strongly preferred
Benefits
Health and savings benefits
Educational opportunities
Special extras that only Disney can provide
Company
The Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company started as a cartoon studio and evolves into sports coverage and television shows.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
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Senior Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
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