Information Security Engineer

About This Role:

Wells Fargo is seeking an Information Security Engineer in Technology as part of Cybersecurity. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com.

As an Information Security Engineer for the Cyber Threat Fusion Center, you will triage cyber security alerts in a SOC environment as well as engage with engineering teams  to modernize and enhance our cyber insider threat detection capabilities. This pivotal role involves working with a skilled team of engineers to implement cutting-edge technologies, drive strategic advancements.  We are seeking a highly motivated leader passionate about protecting the organization from internal cyber threats through innovative threat detection, incident response, and proactive defense strategies.

In This Role, You Will:

• Work within a team of engineers to triage alerts, implement, maintain, and advance technologies focused on detecting and mitigating insider cyber threats, aligning with the organization's internal security mission.
• Oversee daily operations in insider threat detection engineering, incident response, and threat hunting, emphasizing user behavior analytics (UBA) and endpoint monitoring.
• Collaborate with cross-functional cyber teams to address gaps in insider threat detection capabilities, ensuring seamless integration with broader security strategies.
• Direct long-term remediation efforts for insider threat incidents and internal cyber hygiene issues, conducting root cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
• Mentor team members on leveraging UBA and related tools to uncover insider threats, incorporating machine learning or anomaly-based detection to enhance identification accuracy.
• Investigate and respond to potential cyber incidents that could pose risk to the organization with a focus on insider cyber threats.
• Demonstrate proficiency in using AI‑assisted development and analysis tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot and approved code‑centric agents)
• Leverage AI to accelerate system design, coding, testing, analysis, and troubleshooting
• Apply strong technical judgment when validating and integrating AI‑assisted outputs into solutions
• Understand and account for model limitations, security risks, and operational considerations
• Apply AI responsibly in development and production environments
• Ensure AI usage aligns with security, compliance, privacy, and ethical standards

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of cybersecurity experience or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, formal training, military experience, or education.
• 2+ years of experience in cyber defense investigation and incident response.
• 1+ years of experience with SIEM, EDR, or UBA.

Desired Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience leveraging machine learning or anomaly-based detection methodologies to uncover either internal or external cyber threats.
• 1+ years of experience performing digital investigations involving insider threats.
• Certifications in one or more of the following: GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA), GIAC Machine Learning Engineer (GMLE), or GIAC Certified Detection Analyst (GCDA).
• Highly refined and professional communications, both verbal and written.

Posting End Date: 

16 Jul 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.

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.

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