Sr. Manager, Intellectual Property Security Jobs

Funko

Location:
United States, Burbank

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

121500.00 - 151000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

The Sr. Manager, Intellectual Property Security is responsible for maintaining the confidential management of licensed assets used in intellectual property created, manufactured and distributed by Funko. The primary focus of this role is preventing unauthorized access to products, related digital assets, and data provided to Funko by third-party licensors. This role will work in partnership with the global licensing team, cross-functional business teams, the legal team, IS/IT, and external partners to ensure the correct controls (process, training/awareness, monitoring, and technology) are in place across the entire lifecycle of licensor and product related data.

Job Responsibility:

Develop in-depth knowledge of Funko’s business model with a focus on licensing, product development and marketing to be able to identify trade secrets associated with licensed assets and the corresponding risk scenarios
Responsible for the protection of Funko and its licensors product-related trade secrets and licensed intellectual property from unauthorized distribution
Maintain the roadmap to deploy information security controls (process and technology) to mitigate risk scenarios associated with licensing intellectual property
Maintain relationships with major entertainment licensors’ security and legal teams to ensure aligned protection strategies
Establish and maintain relationships with 3rd party affiliates in connection with enforcement activities
Support continuous improvement of safe selling techniques and processes with a focus on growing revenue
Maintain security controls for protecting trade secrets and confidential data, including digital assets, throughout the product life cycle
Maintain technical solutions to prevent unauthorized distribution of licensor and other confidential data
Coordinate with IT and Information Security teams to deploy technology solutions that mitigate licensing-related risks
Develop educational materials for employees, vendors and other key stakeholders on proper handling of licensed assets
Work with sales, marketing and sourcing teams to develop secure selling processes with respect to sensitive third-party assets
Investigate unauthorized releases of product information and trade secret breaches related to IP violations
Partner with Legal team on enforcement of intellectual property violations
Manage crisis communications with affected licensors and stakeholders during security incidents

Requirements:

7+ years professional experience in IP protection, brand security or related field
Minimum 5 years in entertainment/licensing industry
Bachelor's Degree, MBA, and/or Master’s degree is preferred
Experience working with major entertainment studios (Disney. WB, etc.) and/or working in a licensing, retail, or wholesale consumer environment and understanding related IP protection matters
Experience in developing technical solutions for data protection such as DLP, digital watermarking, etc
Experience evaluating, implementing, and supporting new applications, services, and solutions
Experience in developing, implementing, and maintaining trade secret programs across organizations
Exceptional communication and influencing skills
Experience working with external stakeholders who are both customers and suppliers where there is a commercial relationship to manage
Ability to manage large complex projects and to step into projects already in progress, or in need of rescue, and effectively assume a leadership role
Problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure
Highly self-motivated
Accepts ownership and welcomes responsibility
Proven internal and external influencing skills at senior management levels
Maintains focus, and persistence, even under adversity, while maintaining the confidence of key stakeholders

What we offer:

Competitive compensation package with full benefits
401(K) plan with matching contributions from the company
Creative work environment
May be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 08, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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