Group Director, Security – Protective Operations

Walmart

. Lead Walmart Global Security’s Protective Operations organization .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeBentonville • United StatesLead💰 $160,000 - $320,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading protective operations, executive protection, and corporate security while ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. Capable of modernizing security strategies through the integration of technology and data-driven decision-making.

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Executive Protection LeadershipCorporate Security ManagementCrisis ManagementStakeholder Relationship ManagementOperational Readiness

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Hard Skills

Physical Security StandardsIncident ResponseAccess ControlEmergency PreparednessThreat AssessmentData Center SecurityBudget ManagementRisk ManagementSecurity OperationsCompliance Assurance

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsRelationship BuildingLeadershipDecision MakingTeam Development

Tools & Technologies

Artificial IntelligenceAutomationAnalyticsSecurity TechnologiesOperational Metrics

Industry Keywords

Protective OperationsExecutive ProtectionCorporate SecurityEmergency ManagementLaw EnforcementCrisis ManagementHigh-Risk Event SecurityCompliance StandardsOperational TransformationStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Walmart Global Security’s Protective Operations organization
Oversee Corporate Security, Executive Protection, and Event Safety & Security
Protect Walmart’s Home Office campus, corporate offices, critical facilities, events, executives, associates, and other designated assets
Lead security strategy and operations for locations across the United States
Oversee Physical Security Specialists, bike patrol, Corporate Security Operations Center, and other protective services
Support critical infrastructure and specialized facilities including data centers, optical laboratories, central fill facilities, and Health & Wellness operations
Establish standards for physical security, access control, incident response, communications, staffing, training, and operational readiness
Lead Walmart’s Executive Protection program, including protective intelligence, advance operations, travel security, transportation, and residential considerations
Lead safety and security planning for major corporate events, board meetings, executive offsites, leadership meetings, and other events
Integrate threat assessments, venue security, access control, emergency preparedness, medical response, law enforcement coordination, and crisis management into event plans
Set the future vision for Protective Operations and modernize processes, staffing models, technologies, and protective strategies
Use technology, data, automation, and artificial intelligence to improve situational awareness, threat identification, response speed, resource deployment, and efficiency
Partner with technology, innovation, legal, privacy, business, communications, facilities, aviation, and law enforcement stakeholders
Develop and execute talent strategy, workforce planning, leadership pipeline, and continuous learning
Establish accountability, operating rhythms, metrics, and continuous improvement
Develop and manage operating and capital budgets
Lead critical incidents and maintain clear communication and command
Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, company policies, and ethics standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Emergency Management, Risk Management, Security, or related field and 7 years’ experience in security, emergency management, risk management, law enforcement, fire service, or related area OR 9 years’ experience in those areas
3 years’ supervisory experience
8+ years of experience leading large-scale or multifaceted protective operations
Significant senior leadership experience in executive protection, corporate security, protective operations, law enforcement, military, intelligence, or a comparable complex security environment
Experience operating effectively during high-pressure and rapidly evolving situations
Executive leadership experience developing and leading high-performing teams and leading organizations through transformation and modernization
Exceptional executive presence, communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills
Experience protecting senior executives and supporting highly visible or high-risk events
Strong business acumen and ability to balance security requirements with operational, cultural, reputational, and business considerations
Demonstrated ability to modernize operations, challenge established practices, and translate emerging technologies into practical outcomes
Working understanding of AI, automation, analytics, and emerging physical security technologies
Ability to lead during critical incidents and make timely decisions with incomplete information
Ability to develop relationships with federal, state, and local law enforcement and external security partners
Ability to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, company policies, and ethical standards

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based bonus awards
Medical, vision and 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 education benefit, including fully paid tuition, books, and fees for programs ranging from high school completion to bachelor’s degrees, English Language Learning, and short-form certificates
Stock compensation may be available for certain positions
Quarterly performance bonuses may be available