Cyber Security Research Consultant, Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo

Location:
United States, Charlotte ▼
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Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

87000.00 - 154000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Cyber Security Research Consultant with experience or education in tactical cyber-attack evaluation, exploit testing and analysis, cyber intelligence, and red or purple teaming. The ideal candidate will have experience in using tactical expertise in exploit testing, and exploit proof-of-concept development and analysis, to identify over-the-horizon cyber-attack vectors that may pose a risk to the company's information security environment.

Job Responsibility:

Participate in the research, analysis, design, testing and implementation of medium to complex computer network security and protection technologies
Act as professional ethical penetration tester utilizing hacking tools to modify or create proof of concept exploits
Review and analyze security vulnerabilities for the company's networks, application systems, hardware infrastructure and emerging technologies
Perform tests on networking devices, appliance products and web-based application
Present recommendations to the line of business on the inherent risks, providing meaningful mitigation strategies
Provide guidance and leadership to more experienced Information Security Engineers
Perform security risk assessments to ensure compliance with corporate information security policies
Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals

Requirements:

2+ years of Cyber Security Research experience
Experience in network, social, and physical domains
Working knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK and/or NIST frameworks
Information security experience in converged testing (red teaming)
Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to execute in a fast paced, high demand environment while balancing multiple priorities
Knowledge and understanding of data security controls including malware protection, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, content filtering, Internet proxies, encryption controls, and log management solutions
Knowledge and understanding of threat analysis and assessment of potential and current information security risk/threats
Experience with Cloud and Virtualization/Containerization technologies

Nice to have:

1+ years of experience in network, social, and physical domains
1+ years working with MITRE ATT&CK and/or NIST frameworks
Demonstrated experience leading initiatives
Information security experience in converged testing (red teaming)

What we offer:

Health benefits
401(k) Plan
Paid time off
Disability benefits
Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
Parental leave
Critical caregiving leave
Discounts and savings
Commuter benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Scholarships for dependent children
Adoption reimbursement

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
August 19, 2025

Expiration:
August 25, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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