Lead Information Security Engineer

About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Information Security Engineer with strong expertise in object-oriented programming (OOP) and excellent knowledge of artificial intelligence and graph database technologies. This role will focus on enhancing security capabilities through advanced data modeling, intelligent automation, and secure software design.
In this role, you will:

• Design, document, test, maintain, and provide issue resolution recommendations for highly complex security solutions including cryptography and cybersecurity.
• Troubleshoot, debug and resolve complex vulnerabilities and issues
• Collaborate and influence all levels of professionals including managers
• Lead a team to achieve objectives
• Apply object-oriented programming principles to develop secure, scalable, and maintainable security tools and automation
• Utilize GraphDB technologies to model complex relationships in security data for advanced threat intelligence and risk analysis

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
• 3+ years of experience in object-oriented programming languages such as Python, Java, C++, or C#
• 1+ years of experience in GraphDB or similar technologies (e.g., Neo4j, Amazon Neptune)

Desired Qualifications:

• Excellent knowledge of AI, LLMs, and Machine Learning concepts
• Experience designing, deploying, and maintaining machine learning models in production environments
• Familiarity with secure software development practices and DevSecOps principles

Job Expectations:

• This position offers a hybrid work schedule
• This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship
• Less than 10% travel

Salary Ranges:

• $119,000 - $187,000 - Charlotte, NC
• $119,000 - $187,000 - Chandler, AZ
• $119,000 - $187,000 - Irving, TX
• $131,000 - $206,000 - Minneapolis, MN

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 - $206,000.00
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:
7 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.
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