Lead Specialist, Security
About The Position
The Lead Specialist, Security oversees guard service patrol and dispatch operations, ensuring effective tactical responses during safety incidents and investigations. This role manages security protocols, collaborates with internal and external partners, and supports regulatory compliance across assigned facilities. By leading emergency responses and maintaining security measures for critical assets and events, the specialist fosters a safe environment. The position requires strong leadership in training, continuous improvement, and adherence to company policies, promoting integrity and operational excellence while aligning security initiatives with business objectives. The Walmart Emergency Operations Center (EOC) operates around the clock to monitor and respond to critical incidents worldwide, including infrastructure issues, criminal threats, geopolitical events, and weather emergencies. The team leads tactical security responses, manages investigations, and coordinates with internal and external partners to maintain safety and regulatory compliance. They support emergency management efforts, oversee security protocols, and ensure effective communication during incidents. This team plays a vital role in protecting associates, customers, facilities, and operations by delivering timely, strategic security management and fostering a secure environment aligned with Walmart’s operational goals.
Requirements
- Proven experience managing security operations, including guard patrol and dispatch functions.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise tactical security responses during emergencies and incidents.
- Expertise in regulatory compliance and implementing corporate security programs.
- Ability to develop, execute, and improve security protocols and training programs.
- Skilled in building and maintaining relationships with internal and external partners to ensure a safe environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to integrity, ethics, and adherence to company policies.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills to support business needs and continuous improvement.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Emergency Management, Risk Management, Security, or related field OR 2 years’ experience in security, emergency management, risk management, law enforcement, fire service, or related area.
Nice To Haves
- Supervising Associates
- Masters
Responsibilities
- Manage guard service patrol and dispatch operations to align with security strategies and company requirements.
- Supervise tactical security responses during life safety events and incidents, ensuring effective resolution.
- Oversee investigations into ethics violations, criminal activity, security breaches, and supplier complaints.
- Coordinate responses to senior executive requests and manage transportation security for critical information and merchandise.
- Lead emergency response efforts and collaborate with internal and external partners, including first responders.
- Support and implement safety protocols, training programs, and regulatory compliance within assigned facilities.
- Provide expert guidance on security best practices and recommend improvements to enhance safety and compliance.
Benefits
- 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
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Company discounts
- Military Leave Pay
- Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
- Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart through Live Better U program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
