Lead Information Security Engineer

About this role :

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Information Security Engineer in Technology as part of Technology Infrastructure, Secure Access Technologies team supporting Wells Fargo's Remote Access VPN and Secure Connectivity solutions. This role provides strategic leadership and technical expertise in designing, implementing, and managing secure remote access and connectivity solutions, including VPN infrastructure, Zero Trust Network Access, and endpoint posture enforcement. The Lead Engineer will drive innovation, mentor team members, and collaborate across business units to ensure secure, scalable, and resilient access to enterprise resources.

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In this role, you will :

Lead or participate in computer security incident response activities for moderately complex events.

Conduct technical investigations and post-incident digital forensics to identify root causes and recommend mitigation strategies.

Provide security consulting on enterprise projects to ensure alignment with corporate security policies and standards.

Design, document, test, and maintain security solutions across networking, cryptography, cloud, authentication, directory services, email, internet, applications, endpoint security, firewall and remote access.

Complete solution and implementation of remote access configuration changes related to endpoint assessments, security policies, authentication, and access route changes.

Support and manage GlobalProtect infrastructure, including configuring portals, gateways, and deploying the app across platforms.

Administer and monitor Palo Alto Networks firewalls, including configuration changes, access management, and log analysis.

Review and correlate security logs to identify vulnerabilities and assess risks.

Respond to monitoring alerts and incident escalations within SLA timelines.

Troubleshoot VPN and firewall issues, validate Panorama policies, and monitor gateway health.

Support scheduled and emergency changes, validate post-change stability, and document outcomes.

Maintain accurate documentation in Jira and Confluence, contribute to FAQs and troubleshooting guides.

Collaborate with peers, support teams, and leadership to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement.

Provide strategic direction and oversight for secure remote access initiatives.

Mentor and guide junior engineers and peers across cross-functional teams.

Lead enterprise-wide security architecture reviews and risk assessments.

Drive continuous improvement in operational processes and security posture.

Represent the team in executive-level discussions and planning sessions.

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

4+ years of secure remote access technology support experience

4+ years of firewall technology support and management experience

Desired Qualifications :

4+ years of experience with Palo Alto Networks technologies, including advanced configuration and troubleshooting

4+ years of experience with GlobalProtect infrastructure and endpoint integration

4+ years of experience in cryptography, PKI, and certificate lifecycle management

4+ years of experience in enterprise threat modeling, risk analysis, and secure architecture design

4+ years of IAM experience, including integration with multiple IDPs and federated identity systems

Experience implementing and managing Zero Trust Network Access frameworks

Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and automation tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, CI / CD pipelines)

Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers

Experience contributing to enterprise security strategy, governance, and compliance initiatives

Strong stakeholder engagement and executive communication skills

Job Expectations :

Ability to work in office 3 days a week

Participate in the Engineering on-call rotation

Ability to work off hours and occasional weekends to support change activities

This role does not support visa sponsorship or transfers

Pay Range

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.

$119,000.00 - $224,000.00

Benefits

Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs () for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.

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

Posting End Date : 28 Sep 2025

• 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.

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.

Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements :

a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.

b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.

Req Number : R-472919