(USA) Risk Expert III

Walmart

Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
Bentonville, AR
Salary
$90,000–$180,000 / yr
Posted
3 days ago

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $174k
This role $135k
$75k most similar roles pay here $231k

This role pays less than 82% of similar roles. Most pay $144,350–$203,491 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $135k versus about $174k for comparable roles.

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About Walmart

Walmart Inc. is the world''s largest retailer by revenue, operating a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, as well as a growing e-commerce presence through Walmart.com. Industry: General Merchandise & Grocery Retail

Walmart currently has 239 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · (USA) Risk Expert III

As a Risk Expert III on the Technical Controls Assessment team at Walmart, you will lead the identification, assessment, and mitigation of cyber security risks by conducting vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and threat modeling to safeguard network infrastructure. Your daily tasks include designing security controls aligned with corporate policies, reviewing audit reports for incident detection, and collaborating with stakeholders to develop actionable security plans. You must have expertise in cyber security principles, experience in penetration testing, and knowledge of risk management techniques. Proficiency in stakeholder engagement and familiarity with security frameworks such as Security+, GISF, GSEC, CISA, CISSP, or CCSP is essential. This role supports Walmart’s secure cloud transformations and enhances the organization's resilience against cyber threats through proactive analysis and strategic recommendations.

What you'll do

  • Identify and analyze network security threats to recommend effective mitigation measures.
  • Design and conduct penetration testing to evaluate system security and compliance.
  • Implement perimeter security and authentication controls aligned with organizational requirements.
  • Review security logs and audit reports to detect incidents and support remediation efforts.
  • Assess security controls against corporate policies, proposing improvements for enhanced protection.

What we're looking for

  • Proven expertise in cyber security principles, threat modeling, and vulnerability assessments.
  • Strong experience conducting penetration testing and analyzing security vulnerabilities.
  • In-depth knowledge of risk management techniques for complex environments.
  • Proficiency in stakeholder engagement to communicate risks and collaborate on solutions.
  • Familiarity with security frameworks, policies, and compliance standards.
  • Ability to design and implement security controls and conduct audits.
  • Certification in Security+, GISF, GSEC, CISA, CISSP, or CCSP.

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