Lead Endpoint Security Engineer, Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo

Location:
United States, Charlotte ▼
Chandler
Irving
Minneapolis

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

119000.00 - 206000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Information Security Engineer to drive the design, implementation, and oversight of endpoint and network security controls across a global enterprise. This role is critical in ensuring over 1 million devices remain secure, compliant, and resilient against evolving cyber threats.

Job Responsibility:

Design and implement scalable, automated security controls across a large, distributed endpoint and network infrastructure
Define and maintain infrastructure security requirements aligned with enterprise policies and regulatory obligations
Evaluate and validate security control designs to ensure compliance, effectiveness, and alignment with Zero Trust principles
Lead secure onboarding of new endpoint technologies and ensure secure configurations across hybrid environments
Develop and manage strategies for continuous compliance monitoring and threat detection
Lead complex security incident response efforts, including root cause analysis and digital forensics
Correlate and analyze security logs to identify vulnerabilities, threats, and anomalies
Recommend and implement mitigation strategies based on threat intelligence and post-incident findings
Partner with Security Architecture, Infrastructure, Risk, and Compliance teams to integrate security into enterprise designs and deployment processes
Participate in architecture reviews and risk assessments for infrastructure and security initiatives
Present technical designs and security strategies to senior leadership and stakeholders
Mentor and provide technical guidance to engineers and security team members
Create and maintain technical documentation, security standards, and training materials
Translate complex security requirements into actionable, scalable technical solutions
Stay current with industry trends, threat intelligence, and regulatory changes to proactively evolve security strategies
Promote a security-first mindset and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence

Requirements:

5+ years of Information Security Engineering experience
Deep expertise in security tools (e.g., firewalls, EDR, NAC), frameworks (NIST, MITRE), and secure infrastructure design
Strong, hands-on knowledge of one or many network security tools (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, proxies, NAC)
Familiarity with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid environments
Solid understanding of network segmentation, Zero Trust architecture, and secure device onboarding practices
Proven experience designing and implementing enterprise-scale security solutions
Experience developing and executing security tool strategies and roadmaps
Deep understanding of security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, MITRE ATT&CK)
Strong understanding of endpoint protection platforms (e.g., CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Tanium)
Strong grasp of the OSI model and its relevance to cybersecurity
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
Ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams and clearly document technical requirements
Certifications: GCIA, CISSP, OSCP

Nice to have:

Strong, hands-on knowledge of one or many network security tools (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, proxies, NAC)
Familiarity with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid environments
Solid understanding of network segmentation, Zero Trust architecture, and secure device onboarding practices
Proven experience designing and implementing enterprise-scale security solutions
Experience developing and executing security tool strategies and roadmaps
Deep understanding of security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, MITRE ATT&CK)
Strong understanding of endpoint protection platforms (e.g., CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Tanium)
Strong grasp of the OSI model and its relevance to cybersecurity
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
Ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams and clearly document technical requirements
Certifications: GCIA, CISSP, OSCP

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 01, 2025

Expiration:
August 08, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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