(USA) Staff, Systems And Infrastructure Engineer, Information Security

Walmart • Herndon, VA

2d • $132,000 - $264,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Position Summary... What you'll do... Role summary: This role will strengthen Walmart’s SecOps and OneLab capabilities by delivering secure, resilient, & highly scalable platforms and infrastructure to support detection, response, forensics, and investigative services. The position centers on architecting and operating hardened platforms, building & managing operating system (Mac, Windows, Linux) & improving infrastructure lifecycles, enforcing secure configurations, and integrating infrastructure with security frameworks. Strong leadership attributes are needed for this role & requires the leader who operates effectively through influence. The ability to translate complex security & infrastructure risks into clear guidance, drive alignment across cross‑functional partners, and make sound, risk‑informed decisions under pressure are important. About the team: This specialized team manages and secures dedicated networks and platforms supporting Information Security Operations, development, and forensic labs across multiple sites. They ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of technical environments to enable threat detection, incident response, vulnerability analysis, and digital forensics. The team designs and maintains secure network segments and isolated environments, supporting sensitive investigations and advanced security research. Collaborating with leadership, security operations, development, and forensic specialists, they provide essential platforms and infrastructure that underpin effective and timely security operations, safeguarding the organization from cyber threats and supporting critical activities. What you'll do: Design and develop secure, scalable infrastructure solutions aligned with security standards and business requirements. Analyze system performance and nonfunctional requirements to ensure reliability, efficiency, and security. Automate operational processes to enhance response times and reduce manual interventions. Conduct vulnerability assessments and implement risk management frameworks to safeguard IT assets. Maintain and update documentation for deployments, processes, and standard operating procedures. Monitor infrastructure capacity and plan for future growth to meet evolving business needs. Collaborate on configuration management and change control to ensure system integrity and compliance.

Requirements

• Proven expertise in infrastructure design, including software architecture, distributed systems, and scalability principles.
• Strong knowledge of security standards, frameworks, and methodologies, with experience in system security planning and risk compliance reviews.
• Proficiency in automation tools, scripting languages, and process improvement to enhance operational efficiency.
• Experience conducting vulnerability assessments, scanning, and discovery to maintain infrastructure security.
• Solid understanding of configuration and change management processes within IT environments.
• Ability to analyze system performance for reliability, operability, efficiency, and security.
• Familiarity with business continuity, disaster recovery, and capacity management strategies.
• Skilled in Linux administration and infrastructure maintenance best practices.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, information systems, cybersecurity, or related area and 4years’ experience in systems and infrastructure engineering or related area at a technology, retail, or data-driven company.
• 6 years’ experience in systems and infrastructure engineering or related area at a technology, retail, or data-driven company.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in Security+, GISF, CISSP, CCSP, or GSEC
• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related area and 2 years’ 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.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop secure, scalable infrastructure solutions aligned with security standards and business requirements.
• Analyze system performance and nonfunctional requirements to ensure reliability, efficiency, and security.
• Automate operational processes to enhance response times and reduce manual interventions.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and implement risk management frameworks to safeguard IT assets.
• Maintain and update documentation for deployments, processes, and standard operating procedures.
• Monitor infrastructure capacity and plan for future growth to meet evolving business needs.
• Collaborate on configuration management and change control to ensure system integrity and compliance.

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.
• 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.
• The annual salary range for this position is $132,000.00 - $264,000.00
• Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
• Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - Stock

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees