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Position Summary... What you'll do...Role summary:
As a Risk Expert III, you will lead the identification, assessment, and mitigation of cyber security risks within the organization. This role involves conducting vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and threat modeling to safeguard network infrastructure and data integrity. You will collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement security controls aligned with corporate policies and evolving threat landscapes. Your expertise will support continuous improvement of risk management practices, ensuring compliance with security standards and enhancing the organization’s resilience against cyber threats through proactive analysis and strategic recommendations.
About the team:
The Technical Controls Assessment team at Walmart focuses on safeguarding enterprise solutions by evaluating security controls and ensuring compliance with organizational policies. Leveraging expertise in cyber security, risk management, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing, the team supports secure cloud transformations and threat mitigation. They work closely with stakeholders to identify risks and enhance Walmart’s security posture. Their efforts contribute to maintaining a resilient and secure environment aligned with business goals, reinforcing the company’s commitment to innovation and trust across all operations and brands.
What you'll do:

• Identify and analyze network security threats, vulnerabilities, and risks to recommend effective mitigation measures.
• Design and conduct penetration testing and vulnerability assessments to evaluate system security and compliance.
• Implement perimeter security, network hardening, and authentication controls aligned with organizational requirements.
• Review security logs and audit reports to detect incidents and support remediation efforts.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to communicate risk findings and develop actionable security plans.
• Assess security controls against corporate policies and frameworks, proposing improvements to enhance protection.
• Utilize threat modeling and intelligence analysis to anticipate emerging cyber threats and adapt defenses accordingly.
• Perform context engineering to automate workflows.

What you'll bring:

• Proven expertise in cyber security principles, including network security, threat modeling, and vulnerability assessments.
• Strong experience conducting penetration testing and analyzing security vulnerabilities to recommend effective mitigation strategies.
• In-depth knowledge of risk management techniques and the ability to assess and address security gaps within complex environments.
• Proficiency in stakeholder engagement to communicate risks and collaborate on security solutions across business units.
• Familiarity with security frameworks, policies, and compliance standards to ensure organizational alignment and governance.
• Ability to design and implement security controls and conduct security audits to maintain system integrity.

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.
The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $180,000.00 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 2years’ experience in cybersecurity risk or related area at a technology, retail, or data-driven company.
Option 2: 4 years’ experience in cybersecurity risk 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, GSEC, CISA, CISSP, or CCSP, Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related area, 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. CISA - Certified Information Systems Auditor - Certification, CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional - CertificationPrimary Location... 805 Se Moberly Ln., Bentonville, AR 72712, United States of America Walmart 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.