Vice President, Content Protection Enforcement

The Vice President of Content Protection Enforcement (the "VP") is primarily responsible for developing and maintaining the global/regional internet enforcement strategy and landscape, conducting online forensic analysis, and identifying trends, including technological developments and user behaviors on piracy issues. The ideal candidate for this position will have the ability to distill key trends and data points that will inform an internet strategy to protect the entertainment industry's online business initiatives, conduct in-depth statistical analysis on datasets from a variety of sources;

The VP reports to the Executive Vice President, Chief of Global Content Protection (the "EVP") located in MPA's Los Angeles Office.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the EVP by identifying global trends defining how Internet users consume audiovisual content online.
• Develop strategies to tackle the distribution of illegal content.
• Coordinate global enforcement projects.
• Monitor and report on trends in Internet content distribution methods and consumer electronics that may impact audiovisual content delivery.
• Manage and supervise a team of approximately 20 managers and investigators.
• Conduct detailed forensic analysis of online content, including reviewing technical infrastructure of online platforms, sites, and specific devices.
• Work with the different levels of Law Enforcement organizations.
• Be an expert witness in technical criminal and civil cases.
• Be a forensic expert and witness in technical criminal and civil cases.
• Generate, manipulate, and analyze large datasets comprised of both internally generated information and data provided by various third-party resources.
• Manage and coordinate complex Internet investigations around the globe.
• Manage and coordinate these complex Internet investigations with the studio content protection teams and get their approval for the right course of action.
• Train the global content protection staff on new investigative tools and tactics and forensics
• Present, both orally and in writing, well-reasoned and comprehensive reports to senior management at MPA/ACE and their members
• Create and revise business processes and applications used to streamline department operations; manage the Internet-related elements of the creation and revision of business processes and applications serving the organization on a larger scale.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Master's degree in digital Forensics and/or Information Technology and/or Computer Science.
• Educational background and/or prior employment experience in business, computer science, digital media, media research or equivalent.
• Prior employment experience of minimum ten years involving online media or entertainment related research and data analytics.

Qualifications

• Integrity and Confidentiality: Must possess the highest level of work ethics and integrity with the ability to maintain confidential information.
• Forensic and Investigative Analysis: Ability to collect and analyze evidence in a forensically sound manner, including detailed forensic analysis of online content and infrastructure. Proficient in OSINT and investigative techniques to uncover and track digital piracy activities.
• Data Management and Analysis: Demonstrated expertise in generating, manipulating, and analyzing large datasets with high accuracy. Proficiency in using analytics tools to monitor, detect, and respond to piracy activities.
• Internet Navigation and Content Distribution: Proficient in swiftly searching the Internet, navigating complex websites, and manipulating online media files. Strong experience with online content distribution methods, including streaming video, online file hosting, peer-to-peer sharing, and understanding digital piracy trends like IPTV, illegal streaming, and direct downloads.
• Technical Skills: Strong experience with website design, development, and operation. In-depth understanding of HTML, XML, website analytics, and illegal digital distribution models. Knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals, digital rights management (DRM) technologies, and strategies to protect against unauthorized access and distribution.
• Programming Skills: Python, JavaScript, and/or other programming capabilities to automate evidence gathering and support investigative efforts.
• Internet Infrastructure: Comprehensive knowledge of the internet's technical infrastructure, including ISPs, domain names, IP addresses, hosting providers, DNS (Domain Name System), and IP addressing.
• Communication and Reporting: Strong ability to clearly communicate complex project elements and draft highly technical or detailed business reports for executives and stakeholders with minimal oversight.
• Problem Solving and Independence: Advanced work ethic and creative problem-solving skills, including the ability to work well with minimal supervision and guidance. Demonstrated experience distilling research on complex subjects into actionable insights.
• Legal and Technical Interface: Capability to bridge the gap between legal enforcement strategies and technical solutions, ensuring a comprehensive approach to IP protection.
• Leadership and Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, capable of managing and motivating a sizable team toward achieving strategic objectives. Ability to foster a collaborative and inclusive environment.
• Strategic Planning and Global Coordination: Proven experience in strategic planning and global strategy development. Skilled in coordinating complex global projects, with a keen understanding of how to navigate international legal and regulatory landscapes.