Lead Specialist, Security

Walmart

. Manage guard service patrol and dispatch operations .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeBentonville • United StatesSenior💰 $60,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing security operations, including guard service patrol and dispatch, while ensuring regulatory compliance and implementing effective security protocols. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for supervising tactical responses and collaborating with internal and external partners.

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Security Operations ManagementRegulatory Compliance ExpertiseEmergency ManagementLeadership SkillsCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Guard Patrol ManagementDispatch OperationsSecurity Protocol DevelopmentIncident Response CoordinationInvestigative Oversight

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationIntegrityEthicsRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Emergency Operations Center

Industry Keywords

Risk ManagementEmergency ManagementSecurity Best PracticesSafety ProtocolsTactical Security Responses

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage guard service patrol and dispatch operations
Supervise tactical security responses during life safety events and incidents
Oversee investigations into ethics violations, criminal activity, security breaches, and supplier complaints
Coordinate responses to senior executive requests
Manage transportation security for critical information and merchandise
Lead emergency response efforts and collaborate with internal and external partners, including first responders
Support and implement safety protocols, training programs, and regulatory compliance within assigned facilities
Provide expert guidance on security best practices
Recommend improvements to enhance safety and compliance
Monitor and respond to critical incidents worldwide through Walmart’s Emergency Operations Center

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Emergency Management, Risk Management, Security, or related field OR 2 years’ experience in security, emergency management, risk management, law enforcement, fire service, or related area
Proven experience managing security operations, including guard patrol and dispatch functions
Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise tactical security responses during emergencies and incidents
Expertise in regulatory compliance and implementing corporate security programs
Ability to develop, execute, and improve security protocols and training programs
Skilled in building and maintaining relationships with internal and external partners
Demonstrated commitment to integrity, ethics, and adherence to company policies
Effective communication and collaboration skills
Must comply with Walmart’s drug-free workplace and no-tolerance policy regarding illegal drugs and alcohol on the job

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 program
Walmart-paid high school completion, bachelor's degree, English Language Learning, and short-form certificate programs
Tuition, books, and fees completely paid by Walmart