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Lead Security Engineer - Security Assurance

A world-class entertainment and technological leader that creates and delivers unforgettable experiences across theme parks, resorts, cruise lines, sports, news, movies and various businesses.
Orlando, FL, USA
Security
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
7+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cybersecurity

Description For Lead Security Engineer - Security Assurance

At Disney, we're storytellers and technology innovators working together to create world-class entertainment experiences. The Enterprise Technology mission is to deliver technology solutions that align with business strategies while enabling enterprise efficiency and promoting cross-company collaborative innovation.

The Global Information Security (GIS) organization strives to secure the magic by employing best-in-class services to assess, prevent, detect, and respond to cyber threats that present risk to The Walt Disney Company. As a Lead Security Engineer in the Security Research & Testing (SRT) team, you'll be responsible for leading and implementing strategies to protect Disney's computer systems, networks, and digital assets from malicious attacks.

The role involves leading complex security testing engagements across various technical domains including bespoke platforms, integrated systems, AI/ML, ships and attractions. You'll be transforming test findings into actionable engineering guidance, mentoring team members, and representing the security testing function in enterprise-wide forums. Your expertise will be crucial in identifying vulnerabilities and recommending improvements to existing systems.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading large-scale cyber testing engagements and projects
  • Providing technical oversight and developmental coaching to team members
  • Analyzing the impact of emerging technologies on security systems
  • Implementing automation and scripting solutions
  • Working with cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Communicating effectively with application owners and stakeholders

The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience in Red Team Testing or similar fields, hold an OSCP certification, and possess expert knowledge of information security principles. You should be comfortable with flexible work schedules and occasional travel, both domestic and international.

This is an opportunity to join a world-class entertainment company and be part of a team that secures the magic for millions of guests worldwide. You'll work with cutting-edge technology while contributing to the protection of Disney's diverse digital assets across theme parks, media, streaming, and entertainment platforms.

Benefits include working with a talented team of security professionals, exposure to diverse and complex technical challenges, and the opportunity to grow your career within one of the world's most innovative entertainment companies. Join us in our mission to secure the magic and protect the stories that touch lives around the globe.

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Responsibilities For Lead Security Engineer - Security Assurance

  • Lead large-scale, complex, high-value testing engagements across technical domains
  • Drive tactical-to-strategic alignment by transforming test findings into actionable engineering guidance
  • Mentor and elevate team, providing technical oversight and developmental coaching
  • Represent security testing function in enterprise-wide forums
  • Identify opportunities for process and technical improvement
  • Provide guidance on security controls and communicate issues to application owners
  • Analyze impact of emerging technologies on existing security systems

Requirements For Lead Security Engineer - Security Assurance

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  • Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in Red Team Testing, Penetration Testing, or Cyber Adversarial Simulations
  • Expert knowledge of information security principles, practices, and procedures
  • Experience with automation and scripting of applications and systems
  • Understanding of cloud computing (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Knowledge of common operating systems, networking protocols, databases, and applications
  • Experience with running large-scale cyber testing engagements
  • Must be open to flexible work schedule and travel
  • Offensive Security OSCP certification or equivalent
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering or related field

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