Director, Global Security Investigations

The Walt Disney Company and affiliated companies are deeply committed to the security, safety, and care of all cast members, executives, talent, and guests. Our Global Security team is dedicated to understanding the evolving security landscape and meeting the challenges crucial to the success of the Company's initiatives and the safety of all its guests and employees.

The Director, Global Security Investigations will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing strategies to protect The Walt Disney Company's assets, employees, and reputation from security threats on a global scale. This position requires extensive experience in security management, investigation techniques, risk assessment, and leadership skills to effectively mitigate security risks and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations across various regions.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy Leadership

• Develop and implement comprehensive strategic plans for global security investigations aligned with the Company’s objectives and risk profile. This includes setting goals, defining strategies, and establishing priorities for the Investigations Department.

• Strategically collaborate with regional security teams to ensure consistency and alignment with enterprise global security objectives.

• Partner with Executive Leadership to assess security risks and develop proactive measures to mitigate threats.

Investigations Management

• Oversee and manage all phases of security investigations, including planning, execution, and resolution related to theft, fraud, intellectual property infringement, workplace violence, cyber and personnel threats.

• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams of investigators, forensic experts, legal counsel, and law enforcement agencies to conduct thorough and timely investigations.

• Design and maintain investigative protocols, standards, and best practices to ensure effective and efficient resolution of security incidents.

Risk Assessment and Mitigation

• Conduct risk assessment to identify potential security threats and vulnerabilities that may require investigation. Analyze security data, intelligence, trends, and technologies to proactively identify emerging risks and prioritize investigation efforts.

• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies, including security policies, procedures, and controls, to minimize exposure to security risks.

Compliance and Legal Requirements

• Ensure that investigations are conducted in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.

• Collaborate with Employee Relations and Legal Counsel to address legal and regulatory requirements related to investigations, evidence collection and reporting.

• Ensure interviews are conducted professionally, ethically, and in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.

Incident Response

• Develop and implement response plans to address security incidents promptly and effectively. Organize response efforts with cross-functional teams to minimize the impact of security incidents on the Company’s operations, reputation, and assets.

Training and Development

• Provide training and professional development opportunities for investigators to enhance their skills, knowledge, and capabilities in conducting effective security investigations. Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies within the field of security investigations.

Continuous Improvement

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the global security investigations team. Identify opportunities, to streamline processes, enhance investigation methodologies, and leverage technology solutions to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of investigation

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area of study

• Extensive experience and demonstrated record of success in security management, investigations, or law enforcement, with a minimum of 5 -10 years in a leadership role within private sector corporate security or related public sector organization

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in a relevant area of study

• Fluency in additional languages is desirable

• CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner)

This role requires travel both within the United States and internationally.

The hiring range for this position in California is $180,100 to $241,500 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.