Senior Security Manager, Anz

The Walt Disney Company; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walt Disney Company in Australia and New Zealand seeks a Senior Security Leader to oversee security operations across the region, including Disney Studios Australia. You will partner with business leaders to implement risk management, crisis response, and investigations, protecting people, assets and productions.

Reporting to the VP Global Security APAC & Middle East, you will drive security strategy, manage incidents, coordinate across multiple sites, and build alliances with agencies

Qualifications

• 8+ years in corporate, government, military, law enforcement, intelligence, or related security environments.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex security programs across multiple locations.
• Strong understanding of risk management, investigations, crisis management, and incident response.
• Knowledge of Work Health & Safety legislation in Australia/New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Lead security operations across Australia and New Zealand.
• Develop and implement security strategies, risk assessments, and crisis management plans.
• Manage and respond to security incidents and emergencies.
• Oversee security planning for productions, events, activations, and workplace environments.
• Monitor emerging security and geopolitical risks and advise leaders.
• Build relationships with law enforcement, government agencies, and security vendors.
• Lead regional emergency preparedness initiatives and security awareness programs.
• Drive improvements in security technology, access control, investigations, and protective services.
• Provide leadership to the Disney Studios Australia security team.
• Advise senior leaders on security-related matters.

Skills

Security leadership

Risk management

Crisis management

Incident response

Security programs

Cross-location management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline

Job description

Job Requirements

Wherever you are in the amazing world of Disney, you are contributing to the stories of our iconic brands, recognised by audiences everywhere for entertainment, information and inspiration. Innovation, imagination and inclusion are at the core of Disney, defining the experience that we deliver as well as providing the foundation of our success. The scope of our business, combined with global growth and collaboration result in an inclusive employee experience characterised by continuous learning, development and achievement.

Job Requirements

Wherever you are in the amazing world of Disney, you are contributing to the stories of our iconic brands, recognised by audiences everywhere for entertainment, information and inspiration. Innovation, imagination and inclusion are at the core of Disney, defining the experience that we deliver as well as providing the foundation of our success. The scope of our business, combined with global growth and collaboration result in an inclusive employee experience characterised by continuous learning, development and achievement.

Reporting to the Vice President, Global Security APAC & Middle East, you will be responsible for leading and overseeing security operations across Australia, New Zealand, and parts of the broader Oceania region.

You’ll partner with leaders across Disney's businesses to ensure effective security programs are in place, including risk management, crisis response, investigations, event security, production security, workplace security, travel security, asset protection, and security technology.

A key component of the role is providing oversight and support for Disney Studios Australia (DSA), our world-class production facility in Sydney.

What You’ll Do

• Lead security operations across Disney's businesses throughout Australia and New Zealand.
• Develop and implement security strategies, risk assessments, and crisis management plans.
• Manage and respond to security incidents and emergencies.
• Oversee security planning for productions, events, activations, and workplace environments.
• Monitor emerging security and geopolitical risks and provide expert guidance to business leaders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with law enforcement, government agencies, industry partners, and security vendors.
• Lead regional emergency preparedness initiatives, including crisis management, disaster response, and security awareness programs.
• Drive continuous improvement across security technology, access control, investigations, and protective services.
• Provide leadership and support to the Disney Studios Australia security team.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on security-related matters.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum 8 years' experience in a corporate, government, military, law enforcement, intelligence, or related security environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex security programs across multiple locations.
• Strong understanding of risk management, investigations, crisis management, and incident response.
• Knowledge of Australian and New Zealand Work Health & Safety (WHS) legislation.
• Relevant industry certifications are highly regarded.

Additional Information

This is a unique opportunity to join the talented team that develops and delivers unparalleled entertainment across Australia and New Zealand so if this role captures your imagination, then.

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. We are committed to building a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

The Walt Disney Company can provide individual accessibility support that may be needed during your interview process. Please let us know of accommodations that may assist in helping you feel welcome by emailing [e-mail]( opens in new window).

Disclaimer

This position is with The Walt Disney Company (Australia) P/L, which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (Corporate).