Geospatial Specialist

Job ID 10142746 Location Burbank, California, United States Business The Walt Disney Company (Corporate) Date posted Feb. 13, 2026

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Job Summary:

Geospatial Specialist — Global Security Control Center

Would you like to be part of the team that helps protect the magic at The Walt Disney Company? At Disney, we’re storytellers. We make the impossible possible by pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, theme parks & resorts, and media networks.

The Global Security Control Center (GSCC) is responsible for supporting emergency and non-emergency events, researching global affairs, incoming call mitigation, event dispatching, and event-driven global notification services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In an emergency, the team advises and coordinates Disney enterprise assistance and support by providing technical and advisory support for the performance of crucial operational services, the issuance of warnings of risks and hazards, dissemination of employee information, as well as serving the central communication intake point for management, control and reduction of immediate threats to health and safety.

As a Geospatial Specialist, you will play a critical role in supporting the GSCC’s security monitoring systems and operational readiness. In this role, you’ll partner with Global Security teams to integrate geospatial and intelligence data into GSCC platforms, ensuring datasets are accurate, timely, and actionable.

You will standardize data formats, validate sources, and optimize integration workflows to deliver real-time visibility of Disney’s global assets—including events, productions, and guest experiences.Additionally, you’ll design and maintain dynamic visualizations—from detailed map layouts to real-time dashboards—that enhance situational awareness, inform leadership decisions, and support coordinated responses. By leveraging automation and data-driven insights, you will reduce manual effort, improve consistency, and strengthen GSCC’s ability to anticipate and respond to emerging threats.Be a part of the magic today!

Every day is unique as Geospatial Specialist and depending on the day you will…

Build and lead partnerships that advance GSCC geospatial capabilities and enhance operational awareness.
Plot and maintain global Disney assets in security alerting platforms by ingesting updated data from business partners across the enterprise.
Apply geospatial tools to create visually compelling maps, graphics, and presentations for diverse audiences.
Brief Global Security leadership on map products and visualizations to communicate insights and drive strategic decisions.
Provide technical and cartographic support during security incidents to enable rapid decision-making.
Assist GSCC Specialists and Managers with projects and initiatives that strengthen global security operations.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

+1 years of professional GIS experience.
Advanced knowledge of Esri’s ArcGIS suite, including ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, SharePoint, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
Experience with programming tools and automation platforms, including Python and Power Automate.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Self-starter with strong initiative and attention to detail.
Ability to work collaboratively while taking direction effectively.
Adaptability to shift between calm and high-activity work conditions.
Willingness to learn and master unfamiliar technical systems.
Sense of urgency and ability to respond quickly in a 24/7 operational environment.
On-site availability at the Global Security Control Center on the Burbank Studio Lot (Monday–Friday).

Preferred Qualifications

Strong cartographic design principles for producing clear and impactful map products, including the use of Adobe Illustrator.
Experience with REST APIs for integrating geospatial services and external data sources.
Familiarity with scripting for map customization and dynamic content using Arcade expressions and web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
Knowledge of Everbridge and Dataminr security platforms for alerting and incident management.
Interest in security systems, physical security, threat analysis, and global affairs.

Education is important to us, here is what we are looking for…

An undergraduate degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geospatial Data Science, or a closely related field.

Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits

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The hiring range for this position in California is $79,400.00-$106,400.00 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.

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About The Walt Disney Company (Corporate):

At Disney Corporate you can see how the businesses behind the Company’s powerful brands come together to create the most innovative, far-reaching and admired entertainment company in the world. As a member of a corporate team, you’ll work with world-class leaders driving the strategies that keep The Walt Disney Company at the leading edge of entertainment. See and be seen by other innovative thinkers as you enable the greatest storytellers in the world to create memories for millions of families around the globe.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Disney Worldwide Services, Inc., which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (Corporate).

Disney Worldwide Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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