Dynamic Defense Engineer III

Walmart

. Conduct comprehensive cyber risk assessments and assist in implementing risk management practices .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeBentonville • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cyber risk assessment, threat detection, and incident response, with proficiency in programming languages such as SQL, Java, C, and Python. Capable of enhancing system security through architectural analysis and infrastructure maintenance practices.

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Cyber Risk AssessmentThreat DetectionIncident ResponseMalware AnalysisSecurity+ Certification

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Hard Skills

Cyber Risk AssessmentThreat DetectionIncident ResponseMalware AnalysisSQLJavaCPythonVulnerability ManagementSystem Architecture Analysis

Tools & Technologies

Advanced Debugging ToolsMonitoring ToolsInfrastructure Maintenance Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Security+Network+GISFCISSPCCSP

Industry Keywords

Dynamic DefenseCybersecurityDigital AccessibilityWCAG 2.2 AA StandardsAssistive Technologies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityJavaPythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct comprehensive cyber risk assessments and assist in implementing risk management practices
Perform static and dynamic analysis of malicious code to identify threat signatures and malware characteristics
Support threat detection and incident response by monitoring, documenting, and reporting cyber incidents
Collaborate in defining architectural specifications and applying patterns to enhance system security and performance
Assist with infrastructure maintenance, including backups, patch management, and system transaction logging
Develop and test code using recommended programming languages to support security solutions and business requirements
Provide expert guidance on emerging cyber threats and mitigation strategies
Collaborate with stakeholders to implement cyber defense strategies and continuously improve security practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, information systems, cybersecurity or related area and 2 years’ experience in dynamic defense or related area at a technology, retail, or data-driven company; OR 4 years’ experience in dynamic defense or related area at a technology, retail, or data-driven company
Proven expertise in cyber risk assessment, management techniques, and mitigation strategies
Strong knowledge of threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management
Experience performing static and dynamic malware analysis using advanced debugging and monitoring tools
Proficiency in SQL, Java, C, and Python
Ability to analyze system architecture and apply appropriate architectural patterns to enhance security and performance
Familiarity with infrastructure maintenance, including backups, patch management, and system transaction logging
Skilled in cyber incident management, including detection, reporting, categorization, and mitigation
Certification in Security+, Network+, GISF, CISSP, or CCSP (preferred)
Master’s degree in a relevant field (preferred)
Knowledge of WCAG 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and digital accessibility best practices (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based bonus awards
Medical coverage
Vision coverage
Dental coverage
401(k)
Stock purchase
Company-paid life insurance
PTO, including sick leave
Parental leave
Family care leave
Bereavement leave
Jury duty leave
Voting leave
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Company discounts
Military Leave Pay
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Live Better U Walmart-paid education benefit
Tuition, books, and fees completely paid for eligible Live Better U programs
Stock (for certain positions)