Senior Intrusion Analyst: Lead Threat Detection & Response

Walmart Inc.; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) / stock purchase

Paid time off

Live Better U education program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Walmart Inc. is seeking a Senior Intrusion Analyst to join the Security Operations Center in Bentonville, AR. You will lead complex intrusion investigations, enhance detection and response, and align incidents with NIST and industry frameworks.

You’ll collaborate across cybersecurity, infrastructure, and business teams to drive continuous improvement, mentor analysts, and strengthen SOC capabilities while protecting data and customer trust.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of intrusion detection and prevention within Security Operations Center environments.
• Proven expertise in cyber incident response, including detection, containment, and recovery of security incidents.
• Strong understanding of cyber risk assessment, management techniques, and mitigation strategies aligned with organizational policies.

Responsibilities

• Threat Detection & Monitoring across network, endpoint, and cloud using Chronicle and Sentinel.
• Lead investigations, containment, eradication, and recovery aligned with NIST principles.
• Correlate alerts with threat intelligence and MITRE ATT&CK to prioritize incidents.
• Automation & AI: Use XSOAR, Google SOAR, Agentic AI, ChatGPT, Copilot, and Gemini to accelerate triage and analysis.
• Forensics: Conduct endpoint and root-cause analysis using MDE and Sysinternals.
• Collaboration & Leadership: Communicate actionable findings to stakeholders while mentoring analysts and strengthening SOC capabilities.

Skills

Intrusion detection

Incident response

Cyber risk assessment

SIEM tools

Vulnerability management

Stakeholder collaboration

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity

Tools

Chronicle

Sentinel

XSOAR

Google SOAR

Agentic AI

ChatGPT

Copilot

Geminito

MDE

Sysinternals

Job description

Position Summary...TheSeniorIntrusionAnalystplaysacriticalroleinWalmart’sSecurityOperationsCenter(SOC),protectingenterprisesystems,data,andcustomersfromcyberthreats.Thisroleleadscomplexintrusioninvestigations,enhancesdetectionandresponsecapabilities,andensuresincidentsaremanagedefficientlyandinalignmentwithcompanystandardsandindustryframeworks.

TheSeniorAnalystpartnersacrosscybersecurity,infrastructure,andbusinessteamstoanticipate,detect,andrespondtothreatswhiledrivingcontinuousimprovementinWalmart’sglobalsecurityposture.

About the team:

TheSecurityOperationsCenterIntrusionAnalystteamatWalmartisdedicatedtosafeguardingtheorganizationbyemployingadvancedtoolsandindustrybestpracticestodetectandrespondtocyberthreats.Theteamenhancesthreatdetectionandresponsethroughautomationandcollaborationacrossdepartments,ensuringrobustsecuritymeasures.Focusedoncontinuousimprovement,theymanagecyberincidents,assessrisks,andimplementmitigationstrategiestomaintainoperationalresilience.Theireffortssupporttheprotectionofcriticaldataandsystems,reinforcingtrustandsecuritywithinadynamiccyberthreatlandscape.What you’ll do...ThreatDetection&Monitoring:Monitornetwork,endpoint,andcloudenvironmentsusingChronicleandSentinel.
IncidentResponse:Leadinvestigations,containment,eradication,andrecoveryalignedwithNISTprinciples.
ThreatIntelligence:CorrelatealertswiththreatintelligenceandMITREATT&CKtoprioritizeincidents.
Automation&AI:UseXSOAR,GoogleSOAR,AgenticAI,ChatGPT,Copilot,andGeminitoacceleratetriageandanalysis.
Forensics:Conductendpointandroot-causeanalysisusingMDEandSysinternals.
Collaboration&Leadership:CommunicateactionablefindingstostakeholderswhilementoringanalystsandstrengtheningSOCcapabilities.
What you’ll bring:

• Extensive knowledge of intrusion detection and prevention within Security Operations Center environments.
• Proven expertise in cyber incident response, including detection, containment, and recovery of security incidents.
• Strong understanding of cyber risk assessment, management techniques, and mitigation strategies aligned with organizational policies.
• Proficiency with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools and relevant data analytics techniques.
• Experience developing and implementing standard operating procedures for intrusion and incident management.
• Ability to analyze cybersecurity gaps and recommend improvements to risk assessment and vulnerability management.
• Skilled in collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to enhance intrusion management processes.

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 .
Bentonville, Arkansas US-10424: The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $180,000.00
Herndon, Virginia US-10710: The annual salary range for this position is $108,000.00 - $216,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
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Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Option 1: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, information systems, cybersecurity or related area and 3years’ experience in intrusion analysis or related area at a technology, retail, or data-driven company.

Option 2: 5 years’ experience in intrusion analysis or related area at a technology, retail, or data-driven company.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Certification in Security+, Network+, GISF, CISA ,CISSP, CCSP, or GCIH, 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.

Primary Location...

1202 Phyllis St, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

Walmart is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

Benefits you’ll enjoy

Discount Card

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Walmart associates are eligible for a 10% discount card on most regular-priced items and fresh produce in-store and on select items at Walmart.com. Eligible after 90 days of employment.

Live Better U

100% covered

Earn a degree or in-demand skills certificates with no debt- Walmart covers 100% of tuition and books. Live Better U offers 60+ programs for Associates to pursue their dreams.

Ready to grow your career? Walmart Academy offers job-specific retail training and leadership courses to help Associates reach their career goals.

Medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs for you and your family

Access mental health resources and assistance programs for life’s challenges

Training, leadership programs, and clear paths to advance.

Imagine a workplace surrounded by innovation.At Walmart’s new Home Office in Bentonville, Arkansas, we’re redefining what it means to work at a global leader.

Set on 350 acres of thoughtfully revitalized land, our new campus seamlessly integrates the charm of Northwest Arkansas with cutting edge design and technology. From biking trails and outdoor courtyards to flexible, tech-enabled workspaces, every detail reflects our commitment to sustainability, connection, and culture.

With amenities like on-site childcare at our Little Squiggles Children’s Enrichment Center, the Walton Family Whole Health & Fitness Center, and a vibrant food hall featuring local and international favorites, we’re creating a space where work-life balance isn’t just a goal—it’s a reality.

Beyond the campus, Bentonville offers a dynamic lifestyle with world-class dining, art at the Crystal Bridges Museum, and countless outdoor activities.

Whether you’re exploring High South cuisine, enjoying live performances at our new amphitheater, or cycling the Razorback Greenway, you’ll experience the perfect blend of small-town charm and big-city amenities.

Join us at Walmart and grow your career alongside a community that feels like home.

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