**About this role:** Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Information Security Engineer in Technology as part of Cybersecurity. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com. As a Lead Information Security Engineer for the Internal Cyber Operations team, you will spearhead efforts to modernize and enhance our cyber insider threat capabilities. This pivotal role involves working with a skilled team of engineers to implement cutting-edge technologies, drive strategic advancements, and build a world-class insider threat program. 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 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. **Required Qualifications:** + 5+ years of cybersecurity experience or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, formal training, military experience, or education. + 3+ years of experience in cyber defense investigation and incident response. + 1+ years of experience in cyber threat engineering, preferably via SIEM, EDR, or UBA. + Highly refined and professional communications, both verbal and written. **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). **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 (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/life-at-wells-fargo/benefits) 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:** 21 Aug 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 (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/diversity/disability-inclusion/) . **Drug and Alcohol Policy** Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/wells-fargo-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-482413