(USA) Software Engineer II, Information Security

Walmart; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) / Stock purchase program

PTO / Paid time off

Job summary

Walmart Information Security is seeking a Software Engineer II to design and implement robust security solutions for critical systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance IT security architecture, incident response capabilities, and IAM processes, helping safeguard data across Walmart's platforms.

You will work with cryptography, intrusion detection, and infrastructure security to modernize operations.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in Information Assurance, IT Security Architecture, and cybersecurity principles.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and explain complex security concepts clearly.
• Strong problem-solving with focus on continuous improvement and innovation in security practices.
• Capable of analyzing data to enhance security measures and risk mitigation.
• Systems-first mindset considering infrastructure boundaries, data flows, and platform capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement security solutions with cross-functional teams.
• Advance IT security architecture, incident response capabilities, and IAM processes.
• Develop and maintain cryptographic and PKI tooling and standards.
• Deliver well-documented, production-ready changes with minimal operational risk.
• Communicate security standards and guidance to stakeholders to raise the bar.

Skills

Java

Python or Go

Cloud platforms (GCP/Azure)

Containerized environments

Cryptographic protocols (TLS/SSH)

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD tooling

Job description

Position Summary…

Role summary: As a Software Engineer II in Information Security, you will design and implement robust security solutions that protect critical systems and data. This role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to develop and enhance IT security architecture, incident response capabilities, and identity and access management processes. You will contribute to maintaining high standards of integrity and compliance while driving continuous improvement and innovation in cybersecurity practices. Your expertise will support Walmart’s commitment to safeguarding information assets and delivering secure, reliable technology solutions that enable business success. About the team: The Information Security team is dedicated to ensuring customers can shop confidently, knowing their data is protected. Tackling complex cybersecurity challenges, the team applies advanced skills in cryptography, intrusion detection, and infrastructure security to safeguard one of the world’s largest e-commerce platforms. Members demonstrate creativity and technical expertise to modernize cryptographic operations and enhance security measures at scale. This team fosters collaboration and continuous improvement, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and best practices to maintain robust protection and support Walmart’s commitment to secure and reliable digital experiences

What you’ll do…

• Helpshapeandexecutestandards,referencearchitectures,andbestpracticesforcryptography,PKI,andkeymanagementacrosstheenterprise
• Drivemodernizationofcertificatelifecyclemanagementbybuildinginternaltools,advancingautomation,anddeliveringanalyticsthatimprovevisibility,reliability,andoperationalefficiency
• Partnerclosely withplatform,infrastructure,andapplicationteamstosolvecomplexpainpointsanddeliverscalabletoolingsolutions
• Applybroadtechnicaldepthtodeliverwell-documented,production-readychangesthatminimizeoperationalriskandimproveserviceresilience
• WorkwithInformationSecuritystakeholderscommunicatingstandards,guidance,andbestpracticesthatraisethebarforsecureandreliableplatformoperations

What you’ll bring:

• ProvenexpertiseinInformationAssurance,ITSecurityArchitecture,andCyberSecurityprinciples.
• Abilitytocollaborateeffectivelywithcross-functionalteamsandcommunicatecomplexsecurityconceptsclearly.
• Demonstratedproblem-solvingskillswithafocusoncontinuousimprovementandinnovationinsecuritypractices.
• Capacitytoanalyzedataandapplyinsightstoenhancesecuritymeasuresandriskmitigation.
• Asystems-firstmindset,withtheabilitytothinkintermsofinfrastructureboundaries,dataflows,andplatformcapabilitiesbeyondapplicationlogicalone
• ExperienceinJava,PythonorGoandcloudplatformssuchasGCPorAzure,andcontainerizedenvironments
• GoodunderstandingofCryptographicprotocols(likeTLS,SSH),algorithmsandtheirimplementations

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 $80,000.00 - $155,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :

• Stock

Minimum Qualifications…

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

Preferred Qualifications…

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

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…

805 Se Moberly Ln., Bentonville, AR 72712, 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.