Lead Information Security Engineer

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Irving, TX, USA
Hybrid
119K-206K Annually
Senior level
Fintech • Financial Services
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The Role
Designs and implements corporate firewall infrastructure, performs device configuration and lifecycle refreshes, and supports network security operations. Responsibilities include troubleshooting critical issues, managing audits and operational health, coordinating large-scale projects, developing technical documentation, mentoring team members, engaging vendors, and participating in on-call rotations and after-hours change implementations. Requires extensive firewall, networking, routing, IPv4/IPv6, and network security infrastructure expertise.
Summary Generated by Built In
About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Information Security Engineer.
In this role, you will:
The Information Security Sr Engineer candidate will design and implement firewall infrastructure to the corporate network specifically related to lifecycle hardware and software refresh efforts. Additionally, this job will entail making configuration changes to these devices already on the network and serving in an operational support role that will involve periodic on-call rotations to include engagement of vendor support for issues escalated above tier This job will involve frequent interaction with line of business customers (internal and external) to confirm technical requirements to culminate in late evening implementation work when infrastructure is added to, or changed on the network. This job will also involve working directly with firewall management on audit items, daily operational health items, workload distribution to the team, and mentoring. Candidate will be responsible for writing technical procedures, guidelines, standards and other documentation required for Create Job Requisition 09:43 AM 08/11/2026 Page 2 of 5 daily operations. The job will also require the ability to manage projects and coordinate large scale efforts with network security and partner teams. Candidate should be well versed in troubleshooting critical issues and leading troubleshooting efforts for network security. An extensive understanding of firewalls, networking, routing, and ipv4/v6 protocols is a must for this position.
Required Qualifications, US:
  • 5+ years of Information Security Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
  • 5+ years of information technology applications and systems experience
  • 3+ years of Palo Alto Firewall or Fortigate Firewall experience
  • 3+ years of experience in network security infrastructure (includes firewall, intrusion detection, and cyber threat)
Desired Qualifications:
  • Splunk experience
  • Familiarity with AI and automation tools
  • Knowledge and understanding of network infrastructure including routers and switches
  • Working knowledge of Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6)
  • Knowledge and understanding of technical documentation: creation of detailed design and technical artifacts
  • experience taking packet captures on firewalls and troubleshooting firewall issues
  • Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with a variety of technical teams and line of business contacts
  • Willingness to work frequent evenings and occasional weekends to support change controls happening after the corporate critical online window (COW)
  • Willingness to serve in team on-call support rotation to participate in operational support calls escalated above tier one support team
  • Demonstrated ability to host calls to mentor team, train team on relevant technology, and keep team up to date on operational issues
Pay Range
Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.
$119,000.00 - $206,000.00
Benefits
Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs 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:
16 Sep 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.
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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.

Skills Required

  • 5+ years of Information Security Engineering experience or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, or education
  • 5+ years of information technology applications and systems experience
  • 3+ years of Palo Alto Firewall or FortiGate Firewall experience
  • 3+ years of network security infrastructure experience, including firewalls, intrusion detection, and cyber threat
  • Splunk experience
  • Familiarity with AI and automation tools
  • Knowledge of network infrastructure, including routers and switches
  • Working knowledge of IPv6
  • Experience creating detailed technical documentation, designs, and technical artifacts
  • Experience taking packet captures on firewalls and troubleshooting firewall issues
  • Ability to interact effectively with technical teams and line-of-business contacts
  • Willingness to work frequent evenings and occasional weekends
  • Willingness to participate in an on-call operational support rotation
  • Ability to mentor and train team members on relevant technology and operational issues

Wells Fargo Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage begins on day one with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options, and the company subsidizes a substantial share of premiums for U.S. employees (varying by compensation band).
  • Retirement Support A robust 401(k) program includes an employer match for eligible employees, with specifics laid out in plan materials and filings.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave extends up to 16 weeks for eligible primary caregivers, alongside fertility coverage, adoption/surrogacy reimbursement, and lactation support.

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