Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Role summary:
The (USA) Staff, Risk Expert plays a critical role in identifying, assessing, and managing cyber risks to safeguard organizational assets. This position leads the development and implementation of advanced risk assessment techniques, ensuring alignment with corporate policies and emerging security threats. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to enhance risk governance, vulnerability management, and threat intelligence. The incumbent drives continuous improvement in security practices, supports compliance efforts, and mentors team members to strengthen the organization’s overall cyber risk posture while promoting operational resilience and business continuity.
About the team:
The Technical Controls Assessment team at Walmart is dedicated to protecting enterprise solutions by evaluating security controls and ensuring compliance with organizational policies. The team applies expertise in cyber security, risk management, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing to support secure cloud transformations and threat mitigation. Collaborating closely with stakeholders, they identify risks and strengthen Walmart’s security posture. Their work ensures a resilient and secure environment aligned with business objectives, reinforcing the company’s commitment to innovation and trust across all operations and brands.
What you'll do:

• Lead cyber risk assessment activities, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending effective treatments aligned with organizational policies.
• Analyze cybersecurity gaps and project potential business impacts to guide risk management strategies.
• Develop and implement security assessment and testing plans, ensuring continuous improvement of system defenses.
• Manage stakeholder relationships to communicate risk findings and influence risk mitigation efforts across functions.
• Conduct threat intelligence analysis to identify emerging cyber threats and advise on appropriate responses.
• Drive the development and enforcement of corporate security policies and governance frameworks.
• Mentor team members on risk management techniques and emerging cybersecurity trends.

What you'll bring:

• Proven expertise in cyber risk assessment, management techniques, and evolving security threats.
• Strong knowledge of governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks.
• Experience in stakeholder management, including identification, engagement, and communication.
• Proficiency in conducting vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security audits.
• Ability to analyze cyber threat intelligence and recommend risk mitigation strategies.
• Skilled in network security design, implementation, and incident response procedures.
• Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional team collaboration and vendor relationship management.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of integrity, ethics, and regulatory compliance.

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 $110,000.00 - $220,000.00 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 cybersecurity risk or related area at a technology, retail, or data-driven company.

Option 2: 6 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, CCSP, or CISM, 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.CISA - Certified Information Systems Auditor - Certification, CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional - Certification

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.