Lead Information Security Engineer

Lead Information Security Engineer

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Information Security Engineer

In this role, you will:

• Lead computer security incident response activities for highly complex events

• Conduct technical investigation of security related incidents and post incident digital forensics to identify causes and recommend future mitigation strategies

• Provide security consulting on large projects for internal clients to ensure conformity with corporate information, security policy, and standards

• Design, document, test, maintain, and provide issue resolution recommendations for highly complex security solutions related to networking, cryptography, cloud, authentication and directory services, email, internet, applications, and endpoint security

• Review and correlate security logs

• Utilize subject matter knowledge in industry leading security solutions and best practices to implement one or more components of information security such as availability, integrity, confidentiality, risk management, threat identification, modeling, monitoring, incident response, access management, and business continuity

• Identify security vulnerabilities and issues, perform risk assessments, and evaluate remediation alternatives

• Collaborate and influence all levels of professionals including managers

• Lead a team to achieve objectives

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of Information Security Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in firewall engineering, supporting enterprise firewall solutions including Palo Alto, FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer, and other firewall technologies.

• 5+ years of hands-on experience implementing and supporting multiple firewall platforms.

• Current certification such as CCNA, CCNA Security, or Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE).

• 2+ years of intermediate to advanced experience in scripting and automation using tools such as Bash, Ansible (playbook and role development), PowerShell, Python, and advanced AI-driven automation.

• 5+ years of advanced knowledge of core networking concepts, including DNS, firewall architectures, and load balancing.

• Proven experience managing change and incident processes within medium to large enterprise environments.

• Hands-on experience working within Agile frameworks, including Scrum or Kanban.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration across technical teams and senior leadership.

• Deep technical knowledge of information security, including security controls, policies, and industry best practices.

• Experience using enterprise tools such as ServiceNow, Jira, and Confluence to support operations and delivery.

• Proven capability in producing and maintaining comprehensive technical and security documentation.

• Strategic mindset with experience converting executive vision into executable security strategies and initiatives.

• Ability to effectively coordinate and execute multiple initiatives under tight deadlines.

• Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.

• High attention to detail with strong data accuracy and analytical rigor.

• Working knowledge of major information security frameworks and standards, including FFIEC, NIST, and ISO.

• Willingness to provide off-hours and weekend support as required for critical changes.

Job Expectations:

• Lead the architecture, design, and operational support of secure enterprise network environments, leveraging deep expertise in IP routing, switching, load balancing, and advanced network automation.

• Define, and enforce secure network architecture standards using advanced, network‑based security controls across large‑scale enterprise environments.

• Own the technical lifecycle of Palo Alto, FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer platforms, including design, configuration, maintenance, upgrades, and operational support of GlobalProtect VPN in alignment with enterprise architecture standards.

• Lead the research, evaluation, design, testing, and deployment of complex network security technologies to protect enterprise systems and applications.

• Act as the escalation point for Palo Alto, FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer engineering and network security issues, driving advanced troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and long‑term remediation strategies.

• Design, and implement policies, ensuring effective enforcement, alerting, and compliance with security standards.

• Provide expert‑level packet and protocol analysis, applying advanced knowledge of TCP/IP, HTTP, and SSL/TLS protocols to diagnose complex network and security issues.

• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for Active Directory integration, including user and machine objects, organizational units, and Group Policy processing.

• Lead support and optimization of large‑scale, geographically distributed enterprise security solutions across multiple business functions and regions.

• Drive and participate in network and infrastructure security incident response activities, leading technical investigations and coordinating resolution efforts.

• Oversee the use of logging, monitoring, and analytics tools such as Splunk, Google Cloud Platform, and Grafana to improve security visibility, detection, and response.

• Lead the implementation of Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) concepts, methodologies, and enabling technologies across the enterprise.

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to security engineers, guiding design decisions, implementation approaches, and operational best practices.

• Partner with cross‑functional teams and leadership to ensure alignment between security architecture, business objectives, and risk posture.

Posting End Date: 

25 May 2026

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Equal Opportunity

Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.

Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

 

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace.  Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.

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