Senior Security Engineer – Software Engineer

The Walt Disney Company

Senior Security Engineer responsible for developing security automation and protecting Disney's network. Collaborating on CI/CD processes and optimizing security tool deployments.

Posted 6/18/2026full-timeSeattle • California, Florida, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $123,100 - $181,600 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCyber SecurityDistributed SystemsLinuxPostgresPythonTerraformUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work within the Security Development and Design team that is responsible for protecting the network and company assets from any security threats or attacks through the development of security automation capabilities
Architect and implement code deployment pipelines using GitLab or similar CI/CD processes
Design and optimize security tool deployments, introducing scalable processes across Cyber Security capabilities
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and contribute to Information Security team efforts across the broad spectrum of information security programs
Design, develop, and implement reliable platforms needed to host Applications with security requirements
Build, maintain, and improve runbooks for application support and incident response procedures
Design and implement monitoring solutions for all aspects of applications, including alerting capabilities
Communicate effectively with stakeholders and contribute to technical decision-making
Take ownership of security automation projects and contribute to team initiatives
Research and evaluate new technologies and security tools to enhance team capabilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience with scripting languages like Python, Bash, and PowerShell with ability to build reliable automation
Strong knowledge of OpenSearch, PostgreSQL, and other data storage platforms including basic optimization techniques
Proficient knowledge of Infrastructure as Code tools (CloudFormation, Terraform, Azure Resource Manager, Google Deployment Manager) with experience managing multi-environment deployments
Proven ability to learn and maintain cutting-edge skills across multiple technical areas (Unix/Linux, Application Security, Vulnerability Management, etc.)
Experience with deployment of new software and maintenance of deployed software in production environments
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to troubleshoot distributed systems
Proven ability to design solutions for complex problems and contribute to process improvement initiatives
Experience handling confidential information and understanding of security best practices.

Benefits

Comp & perks

A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package
full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered

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Hard Skills & Tools

PythonBashPowerShellOpenSearchPostgreSQLCloudFormationTerraformAzure Resource ManagerGoogle Deployment ManagerApplication Security

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solving skillscommunicationcollaborationownershiptechnical decision-making