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The Ride Control System Security Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and securing network architectures for operational technology and industrial control systems used in Disney ride attractions worldwide. This role involves leading cyber security efforts, network performance analysis, and collaborating with project teams to deliver high availability, safety‑critical automation systems. The position requires expertise in network design, cyber security technologies, and OT/ICS systems with opportunities for international travel and innovation within theme park environments.

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 ICSC engineer with 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
• 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 required; 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.

The hiring range for this position in California is $129,300 to $173,300. 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.

Operational Technology, Industrial Control Systems, Network Architecture, Cyber Security, Ride Control Systems, Automation Systems, OT Network Security, Embedded Control Systems, Industrial Cyber Security, Network Design