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Position Summary...Walmart is seeking a Staff, Security Automation Engineer to help design, implement, and modernize automation for our Endpoint security infrastructure. This role will focus on automating the deployment, configuration, and lifecycle management of EDR solutions, as well as building scalable endpoint solutions with Infrastructure as Code, Automate system reporting, and work with diverse platforms and datasets.
You will play a key role in reducing manual operational effort by developing automation for infrastructure maintenance, enforcing configuration standards, and monitoring for configuration drift across large, distributed enterprise environments. The ideal candidate is comfortable working across systems, networks, and APIs, and brings a strong foundation in Python, system administration, and software development fundamentals.
At Walmart, we prioritize innovation, reliability, and security at enterprise scale. Our team supports critical endpoint systems and security platforms that enable secure access, protect sensitive data, and ensure consistent policy enforcement across stores, offices, and distribution centers.
We work closely with partners across Global Tech and Information Security to deliver automation-first solutions that improve operational efficiency, reduce risk, and support Walmart’s evolving infrastructure and security strategy.What you'll do...

• Design, build, and maintain automation for the deployment, configuration, and ongoing management of EDR platforms.
• Develop automation to support everyday tasks such as password rotations, certificate management.
• Build workflows to automate infrastructure maintenance, including routine health checks, upgrades, and operational validation.
• Implement solutions to enforce configuration standards using templates or baselines, and monitor for configuration drift over time.
• Integrate automation with varying security platforms using RESTful APIs.
• Administer and troubleshoot Linux and Windows systems that support automation and security tooling.
• Develop and maintain Python-based automation scripts and services, applying best practices for logging, error handling, and maintainability.
• Read and interpret API documentation and integrate with internal and external services.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines for automation and infrastructure code.
• Use Git-based workflows for version control, collaboration, and code reviews.
• Partner with cross-functional engineering and security teams to deliver reliable, scalable solutions.
• Create and maintain technical documentation to support operational teams and ongoing improvements.

What you’ll bring:

• Hands-on experience working with Linux and Windows operating systems, including system administration fundamentals.
• Working knowledge of Python programming, with the ability to read, understand, and modify existing code.
• Experience interacting with RESTful APIs and understanding HTTP methods (GET, POST, PUT, PATCH, DELETE).
• Strong working knowledge of SQL database, database methodologies, and SQL Query language.
• Familiarity with asynchronous programming concepts (e.g., async/await).
• Experience using Git for version control, including branching and collaborative workflows.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across systems, applications, and infrastructure layers.
• Experience working in a large-scale enterprise network environment.
• Experience automating infrastructure maintenance or operational workflows.
• Familiarity with configuration compliance, including enforcing standards and detecting configuration drift.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally in a large organization.
• Experience with AV platforms and EDR systems.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
Bentonville, Arkansas US-09050: The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00 - $220,000.00
Sunnyvale, California US-11656: The annual salary range for this position is $143,000.00 - $286,000.00
Herndon, Virginia US-10710: The annual salary range for this position is $132,000.00 - $264,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
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Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Option 1: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, information systems, cybersecurity, or related area and 4years’ experience in systems and infrastructure engineering or related area at a technology, retail, or data-driven company.
Option 2: 6 years’ experience in systems and infrastructure engineering or related area at a technology, retail, or data-driven company.Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Certification in Security+, GISF, CISSP, CCSP, or GSEC, Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related area and 2 years’ experience leading information security or cybersecurity projects, We value candidates with a background in creating inclusive digital experiences, demonstrating knowledge in implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly. The ideal candidate would have knowledge of accessibility best practices and join us as we continue to create accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.Primary Location...805 Se Moberly Ln, Bentonville, AR 72712, United States of AmericaWalmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.