Content Security Program Manager, Production

Content Security Program Manager, Production

Job
Location Glendale, California, United States
Business The Walt Disney Studios
Date posted Jan. 05, 2026

At The Walt Disney Studios (TWDS), you will be part of a team that helps propel our legacy into the future with a vision as far-reaching as our characters, worlds, and stories. The Content Security (CS) team is part of the Studio Technology organization Inside The Walt Disney Studios supporting studio banners in protecting content creation through effective problem-solving, authentic partnerships, and technical expertise.

Our team drives towards goals that include: a. fostering a culture of content security b. eliminating the risk of content leaks and c. tailoring security solutions to meet our partners’ needs.

We are looking for a Program Manager to drive the direction and goals for the Production Engineering team. A successful candidate is someone who can step into and navigate a complex and high-paced environment of hardworking, friendly, and passionate people. You are a strategic thinker who is detail-oriented, an effective problem solver, and confident in your ability to influence and build strong relationships across technical and business stakeholders.

You will be a key driver in advancing content security initiatives that safeguard our creative assets and strengthen the security culture across the organization.

• Oversee and coordinate the creation of comprehensive documentation outlining assessment methodologies and procedures for both vendor and production on-set evaluations, ensuring clarity, consistency, and alignment with organizational standards.
• Develop and maintain centralized dashboards and metrics to track production security activity, analyze trends, and provide insights to leadership.
• Document security guidelines and best practices shared with production teams, helping set clear operational guidelines throughout the production process.
• Maintain, and oversee the content security protocols for the High Security Card Reader program.
• Lead vendor and production tool evaluations (from a security perspective), conduct on-site audits, monitor vendor performance, and document findings to support continuous improvement and compliance.
• Deliver training programs and scenario-based workshops to strengthen early planning, while advising production executives on security considerations and emerging risks.
• Participate in after-action reviews, translating lessons learned into improved processes, updated protocols, and refined security practices across productions.

• BA/BS degree in any field or equivalent years of work experience
• 5+ years of experience in technical program management within the technology and media sector.
• Strong understanding of technical concepts and principals, particularly as they relate to use of technical solutions in Media & Entertainment.
• Deep understanding of Content Security policies and requirements, and ability to convey requirements to business stakeholders.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with experience crafting technical communications for executive-level audiences.
• Tech-savvy and well-versed in Smartsheets, Microsoft Office, Keynote, Tableau, and Power BI.
• Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives requiring influence across technical and business stakeholders.
• Experience interfacing with engineering teams and security operations to implement and optimize security tools and technologies.
• Ability to work in person Monday – Thursday in Glendale, CA

The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $ to $ per year. 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.

This position is with Walt Disney Pictures, which is part of a business segment we call The Walt Disney Studios.