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Who We Areā¦
When we say, āthe stuff dreams are made of,ā weāre not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBDās vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating whatās nextā¦
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Your New Role...
We areĀ seekingĀ a highly skilled SecurityĀ (Cybersecurity)Ā Architect to help shape and strengthen the security posture ofĀ Warner Brothers Discovery.Ā As aāÆSecurity (Cybersecurity) Architect, you will also help define and secure the companyās rapidly evolving footprint ināÆemerging technologies, includingāÆAI/ML systems, contentĀ generation pipelines, predictive analytics models, autonomous production tooling, and advanced cloud-native architectures. You will ensure thatĀ new technologiesĀ are introduced responsibly, resiliently, and withĀ built-inĀ security controls that protect intellectual property, sensitive media assets, and user trust.Ā You willĀ alsoĀ collaborate with engineering, IT, studio production, and business teams to ensure that secure, resilient solutions support the creative and operational needs of our global brands.Ā
WhatĀ YouāllĀ DoĀ
Design and implement enterpriseāclass security architectures across application, network, cloud, and identity domains.Ā Ā
Conduct threat modeling, security assessments, and vulnerability analysis; recommend improvements to mitigate emerging risks.Ā Ā
Review and enhance existing security controls; align strategy with industry frameworks such as NIST and ISO 27001.Ā Ā
Support incident response efforts, including planning, investigation, and postāevent review.Ā Ā
Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to integrate security requirements throughout the technology lifecycle.Ā Ā
Evaluate, recommend, and implement modern security tools and monitoring systems across cloud, hybrid, and onāpremise ecosystems.Ā Ā
Drive continuous improvements in security governance, documentation, and compliance.Ā Ā
Architect security controls forāÆAI/ML systems, including modelĀ hardening, dataĀ pipeline integrity, adversarialĀ attack mitigation, andĀ trainingĀ dataĀ governance.Ā
Support secure adoption ofāÆemerging technologies, such as generative AI, edge computing, real-time production automation, andĀ DeepĀ learningĀ basedĀ content workflows.Ā
Develop and enforce guidelines to preventāÆmodel poisoning,āÆpromptĀ injectionĀ failures,āÆmodel exfiltration, andāÆdata leakageāÆin AI-driven pipelines.Ā
Evaluate new AI technologies, modelĀ hosting platforms, andĀ mediaĀ productionĀ innovations for security risks before adoption.Ā
Integrate AIĀ security requirements into incident response, ensuring threats targeting models (e.g., manipulated outputs,Ā shadowĀ modelĀ creation) are included in IR playbooks.Ā
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Who You AreĀ
A cybersecurity professional capable of combining deep technical knowledge with businessāaligned decisionāmaking.Ā Ā
Experienced in designing secure architectures in hybrid environments (cloud + onāprem), preferably within complex enterprise settings.Ā Ā
Comfortable communicating with engineers, creative teams, and executives to translate security needs into actionable plans.Ā Ā
Open toĀ allĀ candidatesĀ withĀ demonstratedĀ competency in core security principles and architecture fundamentals.Ā Ā
Be experienced or strongly interested in securing AI/ML platforms, including understanding of modelĀ security risks, dataĀ governance controls, and emerging standards (e.g., NIST AI RMF,Ā secureĀ byĀ designĀ principles).Ā
BeĀ able to communicate risks unique toĀ emergingĀ technologies to both technical teams and creative/production staff.Ā
Be comfortable leading secure enablement for rapid innovation while enforcing guardrails that reduce organizational exposure.Ā
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As a SecurityĀ (Cybersecurity)Ā Architect, you will design, build, and advance security architectures that safeguardĀ Warner Brothers DiscoveryāsĀ enterprise platforms, content, and digital experiences. This role supports the protection of highĀ value intellectual property, largescale content delivery ecosystems, and hybrid technology environments spanningĀ on-premise, cloud, and edge systems. You will workĀ crossĀ functionallyĀ with engineering, IT, business stakeholders, and production technology teams to ensure the implementation ofĀ resilient, scalable,Ā threatĀ awareĀ security capabilities aligned with business and creative priorities.Ā Ā
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You willĀ be responsible forĀ developing and evaluating security frameworks, performing risk assessments, and guiding the design of modern security controls across applications, network layers, identity systems, production workflows, andĀ otherĀ mediaĀ specific technologies. ResponsibilitiesĀ willĀ spanĀ assisting inĀ designing robust enterpriseĀ class security systems,Ā identifyingĀ emergingĀ threats, reviewing current security measures, and ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory and industry standards. The role also includes collaborative support for incident response, disaster recovery planning, and the integration of security into ongoing technology initiatives andĀ contentĀ distribution processes.āÆĀ Ā
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Ideal candidates bring a balance of technical depth and business alignment, with the ability to think both like a defensive strategist and like an attacker to proactively secure a complex digital media ecosystem. While the role favors midĀ to seniorĀ level professionals experienced in architecting security solutions, itĀ remainsĀ open to strong junior and midlevel talent whoĀ demonstrateĀ foundational security principles, adaptability, and a desire for growth within a global,Ā fast-paced, contentĀ driven environment.āÆĀ Ā
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This architect willĀ operateĀ within a collaborative security organizationĀ (GICS)Ā where continuous learning, innovation, and crossĀ team partnership are essential for protecting a diverse portfolio of entertainment brands, live and digital experiences, and largescale audience platforms.Ā YouāllĀ help ensure thatĀ cuttingĀ edgeĀ storytelling and creative technologies are delivered securely and reliably across a worldwide audience.āÆĀ Ā
Key Skills & Priority AreasĀ
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High PriorityĀ
Security Architecture & Framework DesignāÆā Ability to designĀ and assessĀ enterpriseĀ class, multilayered security architectures aligned to business and technology strategy.āÆĀ Ā
Threat Modeling & Risk AssessmentāÆā Conduct assessments, analyze threats, andĀ identifyĀ vulnerabilities across systemsĀ and commu8nicate them to responsible parties.Ā
Cloud & Hybrid Security ExpertiseāÆ(AWS, Azure, GCP) ā Architecting controls forĀ multi-cloudĀ and hybrid environments, including IaaS,Ā SaaSĀ and other service models.Ā
Network & Application SecurityāÆā Designing secure DNS, network segmentation, firewalls, secure coding integration, and monitoring.āÆĀ Ā
Security Governance & ComplianceāÆā Knowledge of frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001) and regulatory alignments including national and international policy guidance.Ā
AI/ML Security ArchitectureāÆāĀ Drive the design and securingĀ ofĀ AI/ML model environments, including training pipelines, inference endpoints, model registries, andĀ dataĀ governanceĀ processesĀ leveragingĀ industryĀ best-practicesĀ and vendor guidance.Ā
Adversarial AI & ModelĀ Integrity ProtectionāÆāĀ Research and recommendĀ controls to detect and mitigate attacks such as data poisoning, model manipulation, prompt injection, andĀ model exfiltrationĀ attempts.Ā
Secure Adoption of Emerging TechnologiesāÆā AssessĀ risks in generative AI, automation systems, edge/real-timeĀ production tools, and other emerging technologies.Ā
Medium PriorityĀ
Incident Response & Disaster Recovery OversightāÆā Supporting IR plans, DR exercises, andĀ postĀ incidentĀ analysis.āÆHelp design tabletop exercises for teams toĀ workĀ expected scenarios around operations and potential threats.Ā
Security Technology EvaluationāÆā Assess andĀ recommendĀ security tools,Ā assistĀ conductingĀ product evaluations, and integrate monitoring capabilities.āÆĀ Ā
Cloud & DevOps Security IntegrationāÆā Familiarity with CI/CD, automation, and security integration in modern development pipelines.āÆĀ Ā
Identity & Access ManagementāÆāĀ Have experienceĀ inĀ implementing strong authentication and authorization architectures.āÆĀ
AIĀ RiskĀ Monitoring & Anomaly DetectionāÆāĀ Have the ability to define andĀ monitorĀ metrics for model drift, anomalous behavior, misuse patterns, and unintended outputs in AI systems.Ā
Evaluation of Emerging Tech Security PostureāÆāĀ Have the ability to assess new platforms (e.g.,Ā generativeĀ mediaĀ tools, predictive analytics engines, autonomous processing systems) before enterprise adoption.Ā
Foundational /Ā EntryĀ FriendlyĀ
General Cybersecurity PrinciplesāÆā Solid understanding of core security concepts, controls, and best practices.Ā Ā
Security Tools ExposureāÆā Firewalls, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanners, SIEMs, endpoint protection.āÆĀ Ā
Analytical & Communication SkillsāÆā Ability to document requirements, communicate risks, and collaborate across diverse teams.āÆĀ Ā
Fundamentals of AI System BehaviorāÆāĀ Have an introductory understanding of how AI/ML systems work, common failure modes, and basic risks (e.g., bias, drift, data sensitivity).Ā
Awareness of AI/ML Security ConceptsāÆāĀ Have a baseline knowledge of adversarial examples, promptĀ safety considerations, andĀ safeĀ byĀ design practices forĀ earlyĀ careerĀ contributors.Ā
How We Get Things Doneā¦
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.If youāre a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.
In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discoveryās total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $121,103.00 - $224,905.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.Learn more about this Employer on their Career Site
