(USA) Network Engineer III, Information Security

Walmart • Bentonville, AR

2d • $90,000 - $180,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Join Walmart as a Network Engineer III, Information Security, where you will build and operate secure network infrastructures aligned with business objectives and industry standards at scale. You will apply expertise in network security, automation, and scripting to support scalable, high-availability solutions while adhering to security policies. Collaborating across teams, you will contribute to continuous improvement efforts and uphold the highest standards of integrity and operational excellence within a dynamic technology environment. This role will involve analyzing user requirements, implementing solutions, and ensuring network performance through monitoring and issue resolution. About the team: The team designs, builds, and supports scalable security infrastructure to ensure secure remote access, email protection, and safe Internet connectivity. They maintain robust infrastructure security through continuous integration, automation, and configuration management. Applying risk management frameworks and security engineering principles, the team safeguards IT systems effectively. Collaboration drives the development of reliable, efficient, and secure solutions aligned with business objectives while adhering to established security standards and best practices. Their focus on innovation and operational excellence supports a resilient and secure network environment.

Requirements

• Proven expertise in security or network engineering, including design, troubleshooting, and maintenance of complex network infrastructures.
• Strong knowledge of network security principles and implementation of security engineering practices.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation using Python or similar programming languages to enhance network operations.
• Experience with network monitoring tools and performance metrics to ensure system reliability and adherence to SLAs.
• Ability to analyze and resolve network issues efficiently, applying risk analysis and escalation protocols.
• Familiarity with coding standards and development of automation scripts for continuous integration and delivery.
• Understanding of architectural blueprint design and translating business requirements into technical network specifications.
• Option 1: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, information systems, cybersecurity, or related area and 2years’ experience in network engineering or related area at a technology, retail, or data-driven company.
• Option 2: 4 years’ experience in network engineering or related area at a technology, retail, or data-driven company.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and document network requirements, ensuring alignment with business and technical objectives.
• Operate highly available network security infrastructure including email, web gateways, and remote access solutions.
• Design and develop secure network architectures, incorporating best practices and industry standards.
• Monitor performance using established metrics and tools to maintain optimal availability and reliability across the team's systems.
• Create and execute maintenance plans and operational improvements, addressing faults and implementing enhancements efficiently.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network incidents promptly to meet defined service level agreements.
• Develop automation scripts to streamline network operations and improve security posture.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to support continuous improvement and adherence to security policies.

Benefits

• 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level