Cybersecurity Assurance & Risk Lead

About the role

Walmart Chile is seeking a Cybersecurity Assurance & Risk Lead to drive security assurance and risk management across its technology portfolio. You will lead security solution evaluations, audit readiness, and compliance programs while leveraging an AI‑enabled operating model.

Key responsibilities

• Design, implement and operate a consistent technology risk framework, including taxonomy, scoring, and governance routines.
• Lead security assessments for new and existing technologies, platforms, vendors, and major architectural changes, delivering go/no‑go recommendations.
• Plan and support internal and external audits, coordinating evidence collection, stakeholder communication, and remediation activities.
• Own compliance requirements for certifications and formal assurance programs such as ISO cycles, ensuring evidence traceability and artifact readiness.
• Conduct security risk assessments, define treatment options, and manage risk acceptance processes.

Required profile

• Proven experience leading security risk management and assurance initiatives in large, complex organizations.
• Strong understanding of audit processes, certification standards (e.g., ISO), and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to work autonomously, make final decisions, and handle exceptions with accountability.

Required skills

• Security risk management
• Audit compliance
• ISO certification processes
• Security solution evaluation

What we offer

• Opportunity to impact a leading global retailer in Chile.
• Inclusive work environment that supports personal growth.
• Access to Walmart’s extensive resources and development programs.