(USA) Software Engineer III, Information Security

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Stock purchase

PTO and family leave

Job summary

Walmart Bentonville seeks a Software Engineer III, Information Security, to design and implement advanced security solutions for enterprise services. You will troubleshoot complex issues, lead incident responses, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure secure software delivery.

This role emphasizes Python, Azure, and IDS/IPS proficiency within a scalable security framework. The team focuses on AI security, Generative AI risks, and secure infrastructure, offering a broad scope for technical

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field with 3–5 years’ IT experience.
• Experience in information security within enterprise environments.
• Proficiency in Python, Azure, and GitHub.
• Knowledge of IDS/IPS and AI/ML security applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced support for enterprise security services by troubleshooting, resolving issues, and managing change procedures.
• Analyze systems and business processes to design and implement effective security solutions.
• Lead and participate in SDLC activities, including coding, testing, debugging, and documentation.
• Monitor system performance, alerts, and security events for availability and compliance.
• Coordinate and lead incident response efforts, including war room meetings and communication.

Skills

Python

Azure

Git

IDS/IPS

AI security

Systems analysis

Troubleshooting

Project leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

GitHub

Job description

Position Summary... What you'll do... Role summary: The Software Engineer III, Information Security, provides advanced support for enterprise security services by troubleshooting, analyzing, and resolving complex issues. This role involves designing and implementing security solutions, coordinating with stakeholders, and leading critical incident responses. The position requires expertise in software development, system performance monitoring, and adherence to established processes. The engineer contributes to continuous improvement efforts, documentation, and knowledge sharing while ensuring alignment with business needs and security standards. This role demands a proactive approach to maintaining system integrity and supporting organizational objectives through technical excellence and collaboration.

About the team: The AI Security Team develops and maintains advanced security frameworks to protect AI-driven assets across the enterprise. They address risks related to Generative AI and Agentic Workflows, including prompt injection and model supply chain challenges. Leveraging expertise in systems engineering, cloud migration, continuous integration, and software development, the team builds secure, scalable infrastructure. Their proactive efforts strengthen defenses against emerging threats, ensuring robust protection of critical resources. This team supports the delivery of innovative AI solutions while maintaining resilient security measures aligned with enterprise standards and best practices.

What you'll do:

• Provide advanced support for enterprise security services by troubleshooting, resolving issues, and managing change procedures.
• Analyze systems and business processes to design and implement effective security solutions aligned with customer requirements.
• Lead and participate in system development lifecycle activities, including coding, testing, debugging, and documentation.
• Monitor system performance, alerts, and security events to ensure availability, reliability, and compliance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify business needs, deliver technical guidance, and drive continuous improvements.
• Coordinate and lead incident response efforts, including war room meetings and communication of findings.
• Maintain version control and configuration management for security-related software and scripts.

What you'll bring:

• Extensive experience in software engineering with a focus on information security and enterprise security services support.
• Proficiency in Python programming, Microsoft Azure, and GitHub for version control and continuous delivery.
• Strong knowledge of intrusion detection and prevention systems and AI/ML security applications.
• Ability to analyze systems and business processes to design and implement effective security solutions.
• Skilled in troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem resolution within complex technical environments.
• Experience leading technical projects and coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver secure software solutions.
• Excellent communication skills for collaborating with stakeholders and delivering technical presentations.

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.

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.

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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.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field and 3 years' experience in information technology within the past 7 years OR 5 years' experience in information technology or related field within the past 7 years OR a Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Certified Intrusion analyst (GCIAs), GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED), Certified Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP), GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), and/or Security+ certification, Mainframe Technology, Programming language or languages (for example, Java, C/C++, .NET, Rexx, Cobol, Powershell), SAP, Version control software (for example, Subversion, Git, Librarian), 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., Working as a project or team lead, Writing SQL queries in a database platform (for example, Oracle, DB2, SQL Server).

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.