(USA) Senior Risk Expert

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

3d•$90,000 - $180,000

About The Position

Role summary: The Senior Risk Expert designs and operates scalable, engineering‑driven risk management by translating security policy and control intent into automated, testable controls. This role leads continuous risk and compliance assessments across cloud, hybrid, and SaaS environments, balancing policy‑as‑code, AI‑assisted evidence automation, and expert judgment. Leveraging strong GRC and audit foundations, the expert partners with engineers to embed compliance into platforms, pipelines, and architectures, evaluates emerging threats, and drives measurable risk reduction while meeting regulatory and assurance expectations across the enterprise. About the team: The team is dedicated to enforcing compliance with security policies and standards, ensuring alignment with corporate risk and security frameworks. It connects solution owners to corporate products and services while managing cyber risk assessments and mitigation strategies. The group conducts thorough evaluations of network security, vulnerability assessments, and risk management activities. Collaborating closely with stakeholders, the team provides expert guidance to enhance security posture and supports the implementation of effective controls. This team plays a critical role in safeguarding organizational assets by proactively identifying risks and recommending solutions to maintain robust cybersecurity compliance.

Requirements

Deep experience in cyber risk, GRC, and compliance within large engineering organizations
Hands‑on automation skills (Python, APIs, scripting) for continuous control evaluation
Strong background in audit or assurance (Big 4 or equivalent) and evidence quality
Expertise across cloud platforms, containers, CI/CD, APIs, and enterprise data systems
Ability to translate control intent into scalable technical implementations
Comfort applying AI/LLM tooling to risk, evidence, and findings automation
Option 1: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, information systems, cybersecurity, or related area and 3years’ experience in cybersecurity risk or related area at a technology, retail, or data-driven company.
Option 2: 5 years’ experience in cybersecurity risk or related area at a technology, retail, or data-driven company.

Nice To Haves

Certification in Security+, GISF, GSEC, CISA, CISSP, or CCSP
Master’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, information systems, cybersecurity or related area and 1 year’s experience leading information security or cybersecurity projects
We value candidates with a background in creating inclusive digital experiences, demonstrating knowledge in implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly.
The ideal candidate would have knowledge of accessibility best practices and join us as we continue to create accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.
CISA - Certified Information Systems Auditor - Certification
CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional - Certification

Responsibilities

Engineer policy‑as‑code and automated controls aligned to risk, compliance, and audit requirements
Perform continuous cyber risk assessments across cloud, SaaS, hybrid, and network environments
Build automation using Python, APIs, and AI tooling for control testing, evidence, and remediation
Analyze threats, penetration‑testing results, and telemetry to harden architectures and defenses
Lead audit, assurance, and remediation efforts with high‑quality, defensible evidence
Partner with engineering and business teams to embed risk controls into delivery pipelines

Benefits

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