Specialist, Physical Security

Walmart; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, dental coverage

401(k) and stock purchase plan

PTO and family leave; disability

Job summary

Walmart is seeking a Physical Security Specialist for the USA location in Plainfield, IN. The role emphasizes developing and implementing safety protocols, incident management, and threat assessments to safeguard people and assets.

Responsibilities include responding to emergencies, monitoring security systems, and conducting investigations. The position requires collaboration with internal teams and external partners to uphold safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Complete and pass all core components of the Physical Security Specialist Training Academy within 90 days of job entry date and maintain them while employed.
• 1 year experience in security, law enforcement, military, emergency services or related field.

Responsibilities

• Support development and implementation of security protocols, programs, and training to enhance safety and compliance.
• Respond to emergency situations by initiating incident command and providing tactical responses to life safety events.
• Implement and monitor security systems, including alarm and intrusion detection, ensuring timely and effective threat management.
• Investigate security breaches, policy violations, and reported threats, assisting with mitigation and resolution efforts.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and corporate policies related to safety, security, and facility standards.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to promote a secure working environment and deliver exceptional service.
• Manage priorities and communicate progress while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.

Skills

Security operations

Emergency response

Threat assessment

Incident investigations

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's: Criminal Justice

Bachelor's: Emergency Management

Bachelor's: Sociology

Job description

Position Summary

What you\'ll do...Role summary: The (USA) Specialist, Physical Security, plays a critical role in developing and implementing safety and security protocols, ensuring compliance with corporate standards and regulatory requirements. This position provides tactical responses to emergency situations, manages threat assessments, and supports investigations related to security incidents. The role involves collaboration with internal teams and external partners to maintain a secure environment, while continuously identifying opportunities for improvement. The specialist contributes to a culture of integrity and accountability by adhering to company policies and promoting safety across all operations.

About the team

The Physical Security team is committed to maintaining a secure environment for the facility and its associates. They develop and enforce security protocols, emergency response plans, and training programs. The team manages incident and crisis situations with tactical responses, collaborates with internal and external partners, and ensures compliance with regulatory and corporate policies. Focused on continuous improvement, integrity, and teamwork, they effectively address threats while supporting a safe workplace. Their efforts protect people, assets, and information with professionalism and dedication to upholding high security standards.

What you\'ll do

• Support development and implementation of security protocols, programs, and training to enhance safety and compliance.
• Respond to emergency situations by initiating incident command and providing tactical responses to life safety events.
• Implement and monitor security systems, including alarm and intrusion detection, ensuring timely and effective threat management.
• Investigate security breaches, policy violations, and reported threats, assisting with mitigation and resolution efforts.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and corporate policies related to safety, security, and facility standards.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to promote a secure working environment and deliver exceptional service.
• Manage priorities and communicate progress while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.

What you\'ll bring

• Proven experience in physical security operations, including emergency and incident response.
• Strong knowledge of crisis management and threat management protocols.
• Ability to implement and improve security systems and standard operating procedures.
• Skilled in tactical response to life safety events such as active shooter, fire, and severe weather incidents.
• Experience conducting investigations related to security breaches and policy violations.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements including OSHA, PCI, and fire safety codes.
• Effective collaboration with internal teams and external agencies to maintain a safe environment.
• Commitment to integrity, ethical standards, and continuous improvement in security practices.

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.

Salary

The hourly wage range for this position is $21.00 - $40.00* *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation in the form of premiums may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met.

Minimum Qualifications

Will complete and pass all core components of the Physical Security Specialist Training Academy within 90 days of job entry date and will maintain them while employed in this position. 1 year experience in security, law enforcement, military, emergency services or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Corporate Security, Emergency Operations, Law Enforcement
• Bachelors: Criminal Justice
• Bachelors: Emergency Management
• Bachelors: Sociology

Other Qualifications

• CPR/BCLS - Certification
• Primary Location: 2501 PERRY RD, PLAINFIELD, IN 46168-7418, 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.