(USA) Senior Director, Information Security

Walmart • Bentonville, AR

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Director, Information Security, leads the development and execution of cybersecurity strategies to safeguard organizational assets and data. The role oversees cyber risk management, vulnerability assessments, security governance, incident response, and compliance, ensuring alignment with corporate policies and industry standards. The position drives continuous improvement in security controls and collaborates across functions to mitigate emerging threats. It shapes resilient security architectures that support business objectives and protect critical information systems.

As Senior Director of Information Security for Vizio operations, this role leads efforts to protect business verticals, mitigate risks, and promote a culture of security and reliability aligned with Walmart’s strategic objectives. Walmart’s Information Security team combines expertise in cyber risk management, cloud security, and incident response to prevent threats, manage digital risk, and support compliance while maintaining trust among customers, associates, and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in information security management and cyber risk assessment within complex organizations.
• Experience with DevSecOps and securing television operating systems.
• Proven expertise in developing and implementing cybersecurity strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Strong knowledge of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, risk management, and vulnerability management practices.
• Demonstrated ability to lead incident response and security architecture review initiatives.
• Proficiency in cloud security, DevSecOps, and application security methodologies.
• Skilled in governance, risk, and compliance frameworks to ensure regulatory adherence.
• Effective leadership in driving security policy development and cross-functional collaboration.
• Option 1: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, information systems, cybersecurity, or a related area and 7 years’ experience in information security or a related area at a technology, retail, or data-driven company.
• Option 2: 9 years’ experience in information security or a related area at a technology, retail, or data-driven company, and 4 years’ supervisory experience.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in Security+, GISF, CISM, or CISA.
• Master’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, information systems, cybersecurity, or a related area and 5 years’ experience leading information security or cybersecurity projects.
• Background creating inclusive digital experiences, including knowledge of implementing WCAG 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and digital accessibility best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive cyber risk management strategies aligned with organizational policies and industry standards.
• Oversee security risk assessments, vulnerability management, and incident response to proactively address emerging threats.
• Direct the creation and enforcement of corporate security policies, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate security gaps and recommend effective risk mitigation measures.
• Guide audit processes and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance security posture and operational effectiveness.
• Foster strategic partnerships to support security governance and drive innovation in cybersecurity practices.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and performance-based bonus awards.
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• 401(k), stock purchase, and company-paid life insurance.
• Paid time off, including sick leave, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement leave, jury duty, and voting leave.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Company discounts.
• Military Leave Pay.
• Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.
• PTO and/or PPTO for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
• Live Better U education benefit program, with tuition, books, and fees paid by Walmart for eligible programs.

What This Job Offers

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