(USA) Distinguished, Risk Expert

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As the Business Information Security Partner (BISP), your core responsibility will be to enhance the delivery of secure technology to our customers. This role, reporting to the Information Security Partners organization, will act as the key bridge between organizations and strategic partner to predict future needs of an aligned line of business and accelerate secure delivery. At Walmart, we prioritize innovation and data security. Our team is dedicated to maintaining a secure operating environment and preserving the trust of our customers, associates, and stakeholders. We combine a range of services and expertise to prevent fraud, detect threats, and manage digital risk and access. Our focus is on mitigating attack risks, securing cloud transformation, and fostering a culture of security and reliability within our team.

Requirements

10+ Years of experience in leading technology or Information Security
Lead execution of complex security initiatives, prioritizing critical issues, driving root-cause resolution, managing stakeholders, and ensuring accountable delivery.
Identify, assess, and remediate security risks and vulnerabilities using metrics, risk frameworks, and continuous improvement practices.
Provide leadership across security governance, regulatory compliance, policies, standards, and industry frameworks, translating requirements into practical risk reduction.
Provide strategic direction by aligning security priorities, resources, investments, and operational improvements with business objectives and customer needs.
Build strong teams and partnerships by developing talent, influencing stakeholders, managing vendors, and fostering accountability, integrity, collaboration, and continuous learning.
CISSP or CISM

Nice To Haves

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 4 years’ experience leading information security or cybersecurity projects
Creating inclusive digital experiences, demonstrating knowledge in implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly.
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

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary Information Security leader for assigned technology teams, aligning security priorities with business objectives and engineering needs.
Embed scalable, automated security practices throughout the software development lifecycle to strengthen security posture.
Identify security opportunities, define maturity roadmaps, establish risk ownership, and drive accountability for reducing security risk.
Translate business needs and risks into actionable security requirements, using data and expertise to inform senior leaders and product teams.
Partner across Technology and Information Security to prioritize work, resolve cybersecurity issues, manage risk decisions, anticipate future needs, and lead escalations involving security incidents.

Benefits

Competitive pay
Performance-based bonus awards
Medical coverage
Vision coverage
Dental coverage
401(k)
Stock purchase
Company-paid life insurance
PTO (including sick leave)
Parental leave
Family care leave
Bereavement
Jury duty
Voting leave
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Company discounts
Military Leave Pay
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
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.