(USA) Senior Director, Information Security
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, and security governance, ensuring alignment with corporate policies and industry standards. It drives improvements in security controls, incident response, and compliance, and collaborates across functions to mitigate emerging threats. The Senior Director uses expertise in risk analysis and security frameworks to shape resilient security architectures that support business objectives and protect critical information systems. As Senior Director of Information Security for Vizio operations, this leader will help protect business verticals, mitigate risks, and promote a culture of security and reliability aligned with Walmart’s strategic objectives. Walmart’s Information Security team brings together expertise in cyber risk management, cloud security, and incident response to prevent threats and manage digital risk, while maintaining trust among customers, associates, and stakeholders. The position is based at Walmart’s primary location in Bentonville, Arkansas.
Requirements
- Extensive experience in information security management and cyber risk assessment within complex organizations.
- Experience with DevSecOps and securing television operating systems.
- Proven expertise 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.
- Skill in governance, risk, and compliance frameworks to ensure regulatory adherence.
- Effective leadership in security policy development and cross-functional collaboration.
- 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; or 9 years’ experience in information security or a related area at such a company.
- 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 WCAG 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and digital accessibility best practices.
Responsibilities
- Lead development and implementation of cyber risk management strategies aligned with organizational policies and industry standards.
- Oversee security risk assessments, vulnerability management, and incident response to address emerging threats.
- Direct creation and enforcement of corporate security policies and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate security gaps and recommend 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 innovation in cybersecurity practices.
Benefits
- 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 time.
- Short-term and long-term disability.
- Company discounts.
- Military Leave Pay.
- Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.
- PTO and/or PPTO that may be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
- Walmart-paid Live Better U education benefit for eligible full-time and part-time associates, covering tuition, books, and fees for programs ranging from high school completion to bachelor’s degrees, English Language Learning, and short-form certificates.
- Annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
- Stock may be included as additional compensation for certain positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
