Senior Penetration Testing Engineer

Position Summary... What you'll do...

The Information Security team has the herculean task of assuring that customers can safely shop with peace of mind knowing their data and information will be safe and secure. Solving some of the most unique cyber security problems in the industry, our team members share an elevated level of creativity and ingenuity to secure data for the largest retail operation in the world.

The Senior Penetration Tester will use their knowledge and methodologies of current penetration testing techniques to ensure software and hardware solutions are safe and secure for Walmart's customers and associates to use.

At Walmart, we prioritize innovation and data security. Our team is dedicated to maintaining a secure operating environment and preserving the trust of our customers, associates, and stakeholders. We combine a range of services and expertise to prevent fraud, detect threats, and manage digital risk and access. Our focus is on mitigating attack risks, securing cloud transformation, and fostering a culture of security and reliability within our team.

• Developing exploits and customized proof of concepts for diverse targets and tech stacks
• Developing and utilizing advanced tools for penetration testing and exploiting vulnerabilities
• Utilize AI and automation technologies to enhance current processes and create the next generation of testing processes.
• Researching, learning, and continuously improving skills to emulate attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures
• Influencing technical and business strategies by articulating technical risk associated with key business solutions
• Providing security and vulnerability remediation expertise to technology stakeholders and partners
• Mentoring and sharing knowledge with other security practitioners and technology stakeholders
• Assist in the implementation of advanced security technology solutions by conducting feasibility studies, proof of concept, product comparison, and/or optimization analyses; participating in project artifact and technical reviews; challenging suppliers to improve technology; and researching technology and software development for secure information technology solutions.
• Maintains and advances security expertise by reviewing new technologies; maintaining knowledge of current security standards (for example, NIST 800-53, ISO
  27001, Cloud Security Alliance); participating in continuing education and training (for example, relevant industry certifications, forums); and maintaining expert level knowledge of enterprise technologies.

• 5+ years expert experience executing penetration testing/ethical hacking against IoT, embedded systems, cloud-based technologies, mobile, hardware, APIs, web applications
• Advanced-level experience security testing in dynamic enterprise cloud environments
• Possess one or more of these credentials: OSCP, OSWE, GXPN, GWAPT, GPEN (preferred but not required)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate and translate security and risk management terminology in business terms
• Motivated by challenges and have a proven track record for delivering results at scale

Imagine working in an environment where one line of code can make life easier for hundreds of millions of people. That’s what we do at Walmart Global Tech. We’re a team of software engineers, data scientists, cybersecurity expert's and service professionals within the world’s leading retailer who make an epic impact and are at the forefront of the next retail disruption.

People are why we innovate, and people power our innovations. We are people-led and tech-empowered. We train our team in the skillsets of the future and bring in experts like you to help us grow. We have roles for those chasing their first opportunity as well as those looking for the opportunity that will define their career. Here, you can kickstart a great career in tech, gain new skills and experience for virtually every industry, or leverage your expertise to innovate at scale, impact millions, and reimagine the future of retail.

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