Ride Control System Security Engineer - Operational Technology (OT)

Job ID 10119309 Location Glendale, California, United States Business Walt Disney Imagineering Date posted Aug. 22, 2025

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Job Summary:

About the Role & Team

Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs, and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions, and cruise ships worldwide. Working across a spectrum of disciplines that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, Imagineers blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science, and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe.

Nearly every project at Walt Disney Imagineering includes a first-of-its-kind. Innovation is in our DNA, and Imagineers constantly push the boundaries of technology and invent new goals as well as the solutions to achieve them. As Imagineers, one of our greatest rewards is knowing that the experiences and environments we create inspire others. The diversity of expertise at Imagineering makes us uniquely capable of influencing positive change in our communities and around the world. And knowing that we have helped make a difference is incredibly fulfilling and inspiring for all of us.

Are you an OT or ICS engineer who has an interest and aptitude for network design and cyber security?

As a Ride Control Systems Security Engineer you will work within Walt Disney Imagineering’s Ride Studio on multiple ride attraction projects and are responsible for network architecture and cyber security design and implementation activities on new ride projects for installation in all our parks across the globe. Join us in a highly collaborative and self-directed atmosphere to lead efforts applying leading edge network technology on Disney rides!

You will report to the Ride Controls Systems Engineering Executive

This is a full time role.

What You Will Do:

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.

Required Qualifications & Skills

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.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

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

Education

As a minimum a Bachelor of Science Degree in engineering, computer science, or related field from an accredited university, Electrical Engineering preferred

Additional Information:

Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

The hiring range for this position in California is $126,400.00-$169,500.00. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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About Walt Disney Imagineering:

Founded in 1952 as WED Enterprises to design and build the world’s first theme park — Disneyland — Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) is where imagination and creativity combine with cutting-edge technology to create unforgettable experiences. WDI is the creative force that imagines, designs and builds all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions and cruise ships worldwide. Imagineering’s unique strength comes from its diverse global team of creative and technical professionals, who build on Disney’s legacy of storytelling to pioneer new forms of entertainment. The Imagineers who practice this unique blend of art and science work in more than 100 disciplines to shepherd an idea all the way from “blue sky” concept phase to opening day.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Imagineering.

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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