- Develop and execute the infrastructure roadmap aligned with business priorities and enterprise architecture.
- Ensure high availability and performance of data centers, networks, storage, and cloud environments.
- Lead cloud migration, automation, and adoption of emerging technologies to enhance agility and efficiency.
- Implement comprehensive disaster recovery and business continuity plans to safeguard critical operations.
- Drive monitoring, performance optimization, and predictive maintenance across all infrastructure components.
- Manage infrastructure budgets, optimize costs, and deliver measurable ROI on technology investments.
- Build strategic partnerships with technology providers to deliver best‑in‑class solutions.
- Lead and develop a high‑performing team, fostering accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Deliver clear, actionable infrastructure performance and risk insights to senior leadership and governance bodies.
- Proven experience leading global infrastructure strategy and operations for large‑scale, complex organizations. Streaming technology understanding preferred.
- Deep knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), hybrid architectures, and migration strategies.
- Strong background in designing and managing high‑performance networks, storage, and compute environments.
- Track record of driving automation, orchestration, and infrastructure‑as‑code initiatives to improve agility and efficiency.
- Expertise in disaster recovery, business continuity planning, and building fault‑tolerant systems.
- Understanding of security best practices and ability to embed security into infrastructure design and operations.
- Sound executive judgment with a track record of driving outcomes, navigating complexity, and making informed decisions, including in matrixed environments where authority or scope may be shared.
- Proven ability to partner effectively with senior leaders across cybersecurity, internal audit, legal and privacy, enterprise risk management, technology, product, and business functions.
- Experience leading and developing teams or functions in global, matrixed environments, with a focus on accountability, execution discipline, and talent development.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex governance, risk, and compliance topics to executive leadership and governance forums.
- Advanced degree such as Master's in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; MBA and/or relevant professional certifications preferred (e.g., Cloud Certification, Network Professional, VMware Certified Advanced Professional, Project Management Certification like PMP).
GVP, Infrastructure - California - Warner Bros. Entertainment
Description
Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Are…
When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's 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 what's next…
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.
About the Job
We are seeking a results‑driven Infrastructure Leader to define and execute the enterprise‑wide infrastructure strategy that underpins our technology ecosystem. Reporting directly to the CIO, this role ensures the reliability, scalability, and security of core infrastructure services across the organization.
The Infrastructure Leader will oversee critical domains including data center operations, global service desk operations, network architecture, cloud platforms, storage, and enterprise systems. This role drives modernization initiatives, optimizes performance, and ensures operational resilience through robust disaster recovery and business continuity strategies.
Success in this role requires exceptional leadership, strategic vision, and the ability to navigate complex environments while fostering innovation and operational excellence.
This role partners closely with internal audit, legal and privacy, enterprise Apps, product, business leaders, and vendors to manage information risk across the enterprise. The successful candidate demonstrates sound judgment, strong execution discipline, clear executive communication skills, and experience leading globally distributed teams in complex environments.
Role Accountabilities
Essentials
How We Get Things Done
This is probably the most important aspect of our culture. Champions align with WBD's guiding principles, which can be found at We encourage you to explore what they mean and how they show up in our day‑to‑day operations.
Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal‑opportunity employer means that we 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, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by law.
If you're 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.
Pay Range and Benefits
In compliance with local law, we disclose the compensation range for roles in locations where required: $245,000.00 – $455,000.00 salary per year. Actual salaries vary based on market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and performance. Pay includes base salary plus potential annual bonuses, short‑ and long‑term incentives, and program‑specific awards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, wellness programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plan, paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.
If you have an arrest or conviction record, your application will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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