(USA) Software Engineer III, Information Security

Walmart • Bentonville, AR

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About The Position

The Software Engineer III, Information Security provides advanced support for enterprise security services by troubleshooting, analyzing, and resolving complex issues. The role designs and implements security solutions, coordinates with stakeholders, and leads critical incident responses. It requires expertise in software development, system performance monitoring, and adherence to established processes. The engineer contributes to continuous improvement, documentation, and knowledge sharing while aligning work with business needs and security standards.

The role is part of Walmart’s AI Security Team, which develops and maintains security frameworks to protect AI-driven enterprise assets. The team addresses risks related to Generative AI and Agentic Workflows, including prompt injection and model supply chain challenges. It uses systems engineering, cloud migration, continuous integration, and software development expertise to build secure, scalable infrastructure and protect critical resources while enabling innovative AI solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field and 3 years of information technology experience within the past 7 years; or 5 years of information technology or related experience within the past 7 years; or a master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Extensive software engineering experience focused on information security and enterprise security services support.
• Proficiency in Python, Microsoft Azure, and GitHub for version control and continuous delivery.
• Strong knowledge of intrusion detection and prevention systems and AI/ML security applications.
• Ability to analyze systems and business processes to design and implement effective security solutions.
• Skill in troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem resolution in complex technical environments.
• Experience leading technical projects and coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver secure software solutions.
• Excellent communication skills for collaborating with stakeholders and delivering technical presentations.

Nice To Haves

• Certifications such as GCIA, GCED, GISP, GCIH, CISSP, CSSLP, CISA, and/or Security+.
• Experience with mainframe technology.
• Experience with programming languages such as Java, C/C++, .NET, Rexx, Cobol, or PowerShell.
• Experience with SAP.
• Experience with version control software such as Subversion, Git, or Librarian.
• Knowledge of WCAG 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and digital accessibility best practices.
• Experience working as a project or team lead.
• Experience writing SQL queries using platforms such as Oracle, DB2, or SQL Server.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced support for enterprise security services by troubleshooting, resolving issues, and managing change procedures.
• Analyze systems and business processes to design and implement security solutions aligned with customer requirements.
• Participate in system development lifecycle activities, including coding, testing, debugging, and documentation.
• Monitor system performance, alerts, and security events to support availability, reliability, and compliance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify business needs, provide technical guidance, and drive continuous improvements.
• Coordinate and lead incident response efforts, including war room meetings and communication of findings.
• Maintain version control and configuration management for security-related software and scripts.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• 401(k).
• Stock purchase plan.
• 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.
• Walmart-paid Live Better U education benefit for eligible full-time and part-time associates.
• Performance-based bonus awards.
• Stock compensation may apply to certain positions.

What This Job Offers

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