Senior Manager, Systems Engineering, Global Security Design & Engineering

The Walt Disney Company

Hybrid

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
Glendale, CA
Salary
$155,700–$208,700 / yr
Posted
2 days ago
Closes
Jul 26, 2026

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How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $184k
This role $182k
$131k most similar roles pay here $230k

This role pays more than 51% of similar roles. Most pay $146,837–$220,256 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $182k versus about $184k for comparable roles.

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About The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Company is a diversified global entertainment and media enterprise operating in segments including Disney Parks, Experiences and Products; Entertainment (ABC, Hulu, Disney+); and ESPN. Industry: Entertainment & Media

The Walt Disney Company currently has 190 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $148,300–$198,800 across 187 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Manager, Systems Engineering, Global Security Design & Engineering

The Sr. Manager of Systems Engineering at Global Security Design & Engineering (GSDE) is a senior technical leader responsible for defining and governing the architecture of core security technology platforms such as access control, video management, and records management systems. This role involves developing long-term platform strategies, ensuring interoperability across regions, and partnering with Enterprise Technology to align system designs with enterprise standards. The Sr. Manager will establish governance frameworks, optimize system performance, and serve as a liaison between Global Security, GSDE, and business unit stakeholders, translating business requirements into scalable technical solutions. Ideal candidates have over 10 years of experience in security systems architecture, expertise in physical security platforms, and the ability to manage complex multi-platform systems across multiple geographies. Preferred qualifications include familiarity with enterprise IT systems, cloud environments, and system lifecycle management strategies.

What you'll do

  • Define and maintain enterprise architecture standards for Global Security technology platforms.
  • Develop long-term platform strategies including modernization roadmaps and lifecycle planning.
  • Design end-to-end system solutions meeting functional, operational, and security requirements.
  • Establish governance frameworks to ensure consistent system usage across all Global Security platforms.
  • Serve as primary liaison between Global Security, GSDE, Enterprise Technology, and business units.
  • Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions for architectural designs.
  • Conduct research on emerging technologies to enhance Global Security capabilities.

What we're looking for

  • At least 10 years of experience in security systems architecture or enterprise technology.
  • Deep expertise in physical security platforms including access control and video management.
  • Proven track record designing complex multi-platform enterprise-scale systems across geographies.
  • Strong understanding of system integration, infrastructure, and enterprise architecture principles.
  • Ability to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions effectively.
  • Experience partnering with engineering teams and influencing technical decisions across organizations.
  • Familiarity with enterprise IT systems, cloud environments, and security data platforms preferred.

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