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Lead Cyber Security Research Consultant

AT Wells Fargo
Wells Fargo

Lead Cyber Security Research Consultant

Westlake, TX

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Cyber Security Research Consultant. Our Cyber Security's vision is to provide Wells Fargo world leading cyber security risk management. Through a framework that addresses policy, process, operations, people, and technology as we protect Wells Fargo's infrastructure, corporate data, and customer assets, and ensures alignment with applicable regulations and laws.

The Enterprise Cyber Security team is looking for a strong cyber security professional to join the Offensive Security Research Team (Red Team). This role will assess cloud-based deployments for security gaps in configuration and implementation. Candidates should have a deep understanding of how data is stored, accessed, and managed in the cloud. This position is a senior role responsible for leading and executing security assessments from end to end. Opportunities will exist for contributing and collaborating on assessments of mission critical cloud deployments for enabling the day-to-day activities of a large enterprise at scale. This position reports to the Offensive Security Research Team and works closely with our defense partners in a purple team capacity.

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In this role, you will:
  • Lead initiatives including the research, analysis, design, testing and implementation of the most complex computer network security and protection technologies for company information and network systems and applications
  • Act as professional ethical penetration tester utilizing hacking tools to modify or create proof of concept exploits that mimic techniques of the most sophisticated attackers
  • Review and analyze complex advanced computer security incident response activities and technical investigations of information security related incidents
  • Identify vulnerabilities and associate those to a severity rating by deriving impact and ease of exploit
  • Conduct security risk assessments to ensure compliance with corporate information security policies and adherence to best practices
  • Communicate to the line of business on the inherent risks, providing meaningful mitigation strategies
  • Provide leadership to principal engineers and supports special projects
  • Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals
Required Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of Penetration Testing (Red Team) experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
  • 3+ years of Cloud Security (Kubernetes, Docker) experience
  • 2+ years of Agile and SecDevOps experience
  • 2+ years of Application Security experience
Desired Qualifications:
  • 2+ years of Cyber Threat Intelligence experience
  • 2+ years of Mainframe Security
Job Expectations:
  • Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
  • This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship
  • This position offers a hybrid work schedule
Posting Locations:
  • 1525 W T Harris Blvd. - Charlotte, North Carolina 28262
  • 2600 S Price Rd.- Chandler, AZ 85286
  • 550 S 4th St.- Minneapolis, MN 55415
  • 1301 Solana Blvd - Westlake, TX 76262
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.
$111,100.00 - $197,500.00
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:
27 Dec 2024
* Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Diversity

At Wells Fargo, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace; accordingly, we welcome applications for employment from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

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 US: 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.

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.

Client-provided location(s): Westlake, TX, USA
Job ID: WellsFargo-R-410183-5
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Return-to-Work Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Stock Purchase Program
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Unconscious Bias Training

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