Walmart

(USA) Risk Expert III

Walmart$90K — $180K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in cyber security, focusing on threat modeling and vulnerability assessments.
  • Strong background in conducting penetration testing to identify security weaknesses.
  • Proficient in risk management methodologies and assessing security gaps within complex systems.
  • Excellent stakeholder communication skills for collaboration and risk reporting.
  • Familiarity with compliance standards and security frameworks to ensure governance.
  • Ability to design and implement comprehensive security controls.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and analyze network threats and vulnerabilities for effective risk mitigation.
  • Conduct penetration tests and vulnerability assessments to evaluate system defenses.
  • Implement security measures such as network hardening and authentication controls.
  • Review security logs to uncover incidents and support remediation activities.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to communicate risk assessments and develop security action plans.
  • Assess and enhance security controls aligned with corporate policies.
  • Utilize threat intelligence to adapt security defenses against emerging cyber threats.

Benefits

  • Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
  • 401(k) plan and stock purchase options.
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and family-related leaves.
  • Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
  • Comprehensive education benefits for associates, including tuition and fees coverage.
Full Job Description
Role summary:

As a Risk Expert III, you will lead the identification, assessment, and mitigation of cyber security risks within the organization. This role involves conducting vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and threat modeling to safeguard network infrastructure and data integrity. You will collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement security controls aligned with corporate policies and evolving threat landscapes. Your expertise will support continuous improvement of risk management practices, ensuring compliance with security standards and enhancing the organization's resilience against cyber threats through proactive analysis and strategic recommendations.
What you'll do:
  • Identify and analyze network security threats, vulnerabilities, and risks to recommend effective mitigation measures.
  • Design and conduct penetration testing and vulnerability assessments to evaluate system security and compliance.
  • Implement perimeter security, network hardening, and authentication controls aligned with organizational requirements.
  • Review security logs and audit reports to detect incidents and support remediation efforts.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to communicate risk findings and develop actionable security plans.
  • Assess security controls against corporate policies and frameworks, proposing improvements to enhance protection.
  • Utilize threat modeling and intelligence analysis to anticipate emerging cyber threats and adapt defenses accordingly.
  • Perform context engineering to automate workflows.

What you'll bring:
  • Proven expertise in cyber security principles, including network security, threat modeling, and vulnerability assessments.
  • Strong experience conducting penetration testing and analyzing security vulnerabilities to recommend effective mitigation strategies.
  • In-depth knowledge of risk management techniques and the ability to assess and address security gaps within complex environments.
  • Proficiency in stakeholder engagement to communicate risks and collaborate on security solutions across business units.
  • Familiarity with security frameworks, policies, and compliance standards to ensure organizational alignment and governance.
  • Ability to design and implement security controls and conduct security audits to maintain system integrity.


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.

For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.

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.

For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $180,000.00

Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :

- Stock

About Walmart

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Learn more about Walmart
Size
2,300 employees
Market Cap
$387 billion
Industry
Net Income
$13.5 billion
Founded
1962
5 Year Trend
+3.3%
Revenue
$559.1 billion
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