SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment

About the Company

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment™ is a leading theme park and entertainment company providing experiences that matter and inspiring guests to protect animals and the wild wonders of our world. We are one of the world’s foremost zoological organizations and a global leader in animal husbandry, behavioral management, veterinary care and animal welfare. We also rescue and rehabilitate marine and terrestrial animals that are ill, injured, orphaned or abandoned, with the goal of returning them to the wild. The SeaWorld® and Busch Gardens® rescue teams have helped more than 40,000 animals in need over the last 50+ years. We own or license a portfolio of recognized brands including SeaWorld®, Busch Gardens®, Sesame Place® and Sea Rescue®. Over our more than 50-year history, we have built a diversified portfolio of 12 destination and regional theme parks that are grouped in key markets across the United States. Many of our parks showcase our one-of-a-kind zoological collection and all of our parks feature a diverse array of thrill and family rides, shows, educational demonstrations and/or other attractions with broad demographic appeal which deliver memorable experiences and a strong value proposition for our guests. We have also produced Parent’s Choice and Emmy Award winning shows like Sea Rescue and The Wildlife Docs that celebrate real & inspirational stories of rescue, rehabilitation and return to the wild by the animal rescue, animal care and veterinary teams at SeaWorld and Busch Gardens, in cooperation with our partners also committed to care for wildlife in need.

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Company Name

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment

Job Title

VP, Security

Job Description

Job Title: VP, Security Role Summary: Lead and manage all security operations across multiple parks, providing strategic oversight, operational leadership, and crisis response. Expectations: Deliver a secure environment, maintain high standards of service, ensure compliance with regulations, control costs, and develop and retain top security talent. Key Responsibilities: - Oversee security operations for three parks, supervising ~150 staff. - Direct threat assessments, breach investigations, and emergency/crisis response. - Develop and implement security strategies, policies, and SOPs. - Maintain relationships with local law enforcement, regulatory agencies, and court representatives. - Integrate security technology solutions and manage operating expenses. - Lead recruitment, hiring, training, scheduling, and retention of security personnel. - Create and deliver training programs for new hires and ongoing staff development. - Communicate security status to leadership and stakeholders. Required Skills: - Strong leadership and interpersonal skills for team building and morale. - Business acumen: budgeting, forecasting, staffing, and decision‑making under pressure. - Experience with threat assessment, crisis management, and security technology. - Excellent written and oral communication for diverse audiences. - Ability to develop and deliver training materials and programs. - Knowledge of workplace violence prevention, travel security, and emergency response. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Criminal Justice, Security Management) or equivalent education and experience. - Minimum 5 years in a security leadership role in high‑exposure, public‑facing environments. - Valid state driver’s license. - Preferred: Background in hospitality security, law enforcement command, or media interaction.

Orlando, United states

On site

Senior

09-01-2026