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Senior Lead Information Security Analyst

AT Wells Fargo
Wells Fargo

Senior Lead Information Security Analyst

Charlotte, NC

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Lead Information Security Analyst, to lead Identity and Access Management (IAM) Line of Defense engagements and leverage their risk/governance expertise to shape positive outcomes. This resource will also develop, implement, and execute reporting to highlight ongoing activities across all IAM lines of defense. This role partners with multiple stakeholders within Cybersecurity, Technology, and multiple lines of business. You will have a direct impact on protecting sensitive information ensuring compliance with policies, laws, and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and team building skills along with the ability to adapt quickly to a changing environment.

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In this role, you will:
  • Provide oversight to the Information Security program for a major line of business
  • Consult with line of business on the consistent implementation of the enterprise information security model and solutions to remediate information security risks
  • Ensure that risks to all information assets are being managed in a timely and effective manner to meet the Information Security Program requirements and the current threat landscape
  • Ensure information security capabilities are included in all aspects of the company's technology architecture
  • Proactively manage the information security risk profile of line of business information assets throughout the lifecycle of the asset
  • Provide vision, direction, and expertise to more experienced leadership on implementing innovative and significant business solutions that are large-scale, cross-functional, or companywide strategies
  • Ensure the team has the necessary training and is keeping abreast of regulatory and compliance issues
  • Engage with all levels of professionals and managers companywide and serve as an experienced advisor to leadership
Required Qualifications:
  • 7+ years of Information Security Analysis experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
  • 4+ years of risk/governance within technology, specifically IAM experience
  • 4+ years of leading audit engagements across multiple lines of business experience
  • Must possess excellent communication and team building skills that drive decisioning in a complex technical landscape
  • Must possess the ability to flex across all lines of defense activities and adapt quickly to a changing environment
  • Model and influence others to adopt a self-serve approach to gaining knowledge and proactively share with others
  • Experience producing and maintaining consumable artifacts that drive on-time project completion, process adherence and executive-level reporting
  • Advanced knowledge in MS Project, MS Visio, MS Teams, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, Jira, and Confluence
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
Posting End Date:
15 Nov 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.

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.

Client-provided location(s): Charlotte, NC, USA
Job ID: WellsFargo-R-400772-2
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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