Wells Fargo

Lead Information Security Engineer (#002247)

Wells Fargo$147K — $206K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in information security engineering.
  • Expertise in managing PingDirectory/UnboundID and Oracle Unified Directory.
  • Proficient in Unix shell scripting and Bash automation development.
  • Experience in Python or Ruby, CI/CD tools, and Ansible orchestration.
  • Familiar with Agile methodology and Jira for workflow processing.
  • Knowledge of monitoring tools such as Splunk, Sitescope, and Grafana.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct technical investigations of security incidents and perform digital forensics.
  • Provide security consulting on large projects to align with security policies.
  • Design, document, and maintain complex security solutions.
  • Review and correlate security logs to identify vulnerabilities.
  • Collaborate with various professionals to achieve project objectives.
  • Lead a team in implementing information security strategies.
  • Perform risk assessments and evaluate remediation options.

Benefits

  • Health benefits
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid time off
  • Disability benefits
  • Life and accident insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Critical caregiving leave
  • Tuition reimbursement and scholarships
  • Adoption reimbursement
  • Commuter benefits
Full Job Description

Wells Fargo Bank N.A. seeks a Lead Information Security Engineer in Minneapolis, MN.

Job Role and Responsibility:

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. Remote / telecommute work available, up to 2 days per week. Position must appear in person that the location listed as the work address.

Travel required:  0%

Required Qualifications:

Degree required: Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical field.

Amount and type of experience required: Five (5) years of experience in the job offered or in a related position involving information security engineering experience.

Specific skills required:

Five (5) years of experience with information security applications and authentication systems; · Five (5) years of experience managing PingDirectory/UnboundID, Oracle Unified Directory (OUD); · Five (5) years of experience leading and supporting the directory server operations with on call responsibilities; · Five (5) years of experience with Ping Directory product set (Directory, Proxy, Sync), commands and tools; · Five (5) years of experience developing automation using Unix Shell scripting, Bash; · Four (4) years of experience with Linux operating systems; · Two (2) years of experience developing automation with Python, Ruby, CI/CD tools (GitHub, Jenkins, Artifactory) and Ansible orchestration; · Two (2) years of experience working in an environment utilizing Agile methodology; · Two (2) years of experience processing workflow using Jira tool; · Two (2) years of experience monitoring and data analysis tools including Splunk, Sitescope, Grafana and Kafka; · Two (2) years of experience making audit-related assessments, document changes needed, deploying feasible audit-related changes.

Salary: $147,410 - $206,000

Pay Range

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.

$0.00 - $0.00

Benefits

Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit  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:

24 Jul 2026

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

About Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo Careers

Joining Wells Fargo means becoming part of a distinguished financial institution that has been a cornerstone of innovation and leadership in the banking industry. At Wells Fargo, we offer a plethora of job opportunities designed to empower your career growth and development in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Work You’ll Do

At Wells Fargo, you will be part of a team that values diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We are looking for professionals who are eager to drive innovation and lead with integrity. Our employees are our greatest asset, and we invest in their professional growth through comprehensive leadership and diversity training programs that are recognized industry-wide.

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We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees. Wells Fargo offers robust training programs and resources to help every team member excel in their current roles and prepare for future challenges. Growth at Wells Fargo is not just about climbing the career ladder but expanding your skills and expertise to add value to our team and customers.

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Wells Fargo is committed to the well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health care, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. Additionally, we provide unique perks like employee discounts, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement.

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