Senior Information Security Engineer @ Wells Fargo

Cyber Crime; Roanoke, Town of Texas, Northern (VA, WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking a Senior Information Security Engineer to enhance cyber risk management. This role involves monitoring threats, managing firewalls, and ensuring compliance with security standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with network security products and strong problem-solving skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to safeguarding financial environments and enjoy a hybrid work schedule with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Information Security Engineering.
• Expertise with network security products and firewall management.

Responsibilities

• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot firewalls.
• Conduct security investigations and digital forensics.
• Collaborate with IT and Security teams.

Skills

Information Security Engineering

Network Security

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Certifications such as PCNSA, PCNSE, NSE4/5, CCSA, or CCSE

Tools

Palo Alto

Fortinet

Check Point

Python

Bash

Job description

199552-TX-Westlake Phone Bank, United States

Wells Fargo

Committed to the financial health of our customers and communities. Explore bank accounts, loans, mortgages, investing, credit cards & banking services.

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Information Security Engineer to join our Chief Technology Office (CTO). Learn more about the career areas and business divisions at wellsfargojobs.com.

This role involves providing cyber risk and threat identification through proactive monitoring of internal and external landscapes for events, risks, threats, malicious code, vulnerabilities, and attacks, particularly related to the Financial Services industry or Wells Fargo specifically. You will leverage your technical expertise to assist in the design and implementation of network security products, aligning security measures with organizational goals.

Your responsibilities include researching and communicating cyber threat intelligence, designing and maintaining robust network security infrastructures, and ensuring optimal performance, security, and compliance across the enterprise environment. Specific duties encompass:

1. Firewall Management: Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Palo Alto, Fortinet, and Check Point firewalls.
2. Policy Development: Design and implement firewall rules, access control policies, and NAT configurations.
3. Monitoring & Optimization: Conduct performance monitoring, rule base reviews, and policy cleanups.
4. Threat Mitigation: Analyze and respond to security incidents.
5. Network Architecture: Collaborate on designing scalable and secure network solutions.
6. Automation & Reporting: Develop scripts to automate policies and generate security reports.
7. Compliance & Audits: Ensure configurations meet security standards like PCI DSS, ISO 27001.
8. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with IT, DevOps, and Security teams.

In this role, you will also:

• Participate in incident response activities.
• Conduct security investigations and digital forensics.
• Provide security consulting for projects.
• Design and test security solutions across various domains.
• Review security logs and identify vulnerabilities.
• Perform risk assessments and evaluate remediation options.
• Collaborate with peers and managers to resolve issues.

Required Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience in Information Security Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with network security products, including installation, migration, upgrades, and decommissioning.
• Expertise with Palo Alto, Fortinet, and Check Point firewalls, including advanced features.
• Proven ability to create, audit, and refine firewall policies.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience diagnosing and resolving network issues.
• Scripting skills in Python and Bash.
• Certifications such as PCNSA, PCNSE, NSE4/5, CCSA, or CCSE.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, IDS/IPS, and incident response.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Job Expectations:

• Willingness to work on-site at the specified locations.
• Hybrid work schedule; not eligible for Visa sponsorship; no relocation assistance.
• Availability for on-call 24/7 environment.

Locations:

• 1301 Solana Blvd - Westlake, Texas 76262
• 300 South Brevard St - Charlotte, North Carolina 28202

Posting End Date: 15 May 2025

Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities or from protected groups. Accommodation is available upon request.