The Walt Disney Company · 4 months ago
Director, Global Sec Design & Engineering
Glendale, CA, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$188K/yr - $253K/yr
10+ years expThe Walt Disney Company is a global leader in entertainment and technology. The Director, Global Security Design & Engineering is responsible for shaping and executing the global strategy for physical security technology, overseeing a multidisciplinary team to drive innovation and standardization in security design and engineering.
Amusement Park and ArcadeAnimationConsumer GoodsDigital MediaE-CommerceMedia and EntertainmentMulti-level MarketingPerforming ArtsResorts
Responsibilities
Define and lead the enterprise-wide roadmap for physical security systems, ensuring alignment with Disney’s risk management framework and business objectives
Oversee the design, development, and deployment of scalable, unified security technology solutions that support global operations and enable data-driven decision-making
Collaborate with senior leaders across business units and external partners to shape and implement forward-looking security strategies
Develop global frameworks to ensure consistency, quality, and regulatory alignment across all security technology initiatives
Manage the full lifecycle of security technologies—from concept through deployment and transition to production—ensuring solutions are sustainable, supportable, and future-ready
Integrate emerging technologies and threat intelligence to enhance operational resilience and maintain Disney’s leadership in security innovation
Promote enterprise-wide adoption of security design principles and engineering standards through documentation, training, and collaboration
Qualification
Required
10 + years as a proven strategic leader in global security technology or engineering roles
Expertise in physical security systems architecture and lifecycle management
Strong executive presence and ability to influence at all organizational levels
Demonstrated success in leading large-scale, cross-functional programs
Deep understanding of global security trends, technologies, and regulatory environments across various regions
Exceptional communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills
Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, business, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Relevant professional and technical certifications (e.g., PSP, CPP, CISSP, PMP, Lenel OnGuard, Genetec Security Center, Axis, etc.)
Preferred
Experience in a global security leadership role within a large, complex organization
Familiarity with enterprise risk management and operational resilience frameworks
Benefits
A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package
The full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits
Company
The Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company started as a cartoon studio and evolves into sports coverage and television shows.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (83)
2024 (63)
2023 (96)
2022 (130)
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2020 (40)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$11BKey Investors
Citibank
2020-04-13Post Ipo Debt· $5B
2020-03-20Post Ipo Debt· $6B
1978-01-06IPO
Leadership Team
Christine M. McCarthy
Senior Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Jamie Power
SVP, Addressable Sales
Recent News
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