Senior Information Security Engineer

Posted 15 Hours Ago
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Minneapolis, MN, USA
Hybrid
100K-179K Annually
Senior level
Fintech • Financial Services
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The Role
Leads application security engineering by designing scalable AppSec processes, integrating SAST, DAST, SCA, secrets detection, and IaC controls into CI/CD pipelines, and improving security tooling. Recommends risk mitigations, supports SSDLC maturity, governance, audits, compliance, and reporting, and collaborates with cybersecurity leadership. The role also applies AI-assisted development responsibly while evaluating security, privacy, compliance, and operational risks.
Summary Generated by Built In
About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Information Security Engineer to join our Application Security Team.
In this role, you will:
  • Design and implement repeatable, scalable, and automated AppSec processes
  • Provide hands-on technical leadership in tooling integration, automation, and process execution
  • Implement ongoing product (internal and vendor) enhancements and fine-tuning of rules to increase the precision in identifying and prioritizing application security defects.
  • Manage upgrades, resiliency, continuity, and compliance with enterprise standards.
  • Recommend mitigation strategies for identified application security risks
  • Serve as an AppSec representative in cross-functional governance and technical forums
  • Support integration of AppSec controls across enterprise tools and CI/CD pipelines
  • Support reporting of AppSec processes, execution status, and outcomes
  • Collaborate with control management and cybersecurity leadership to design new security controls
  • Support internal and external audits, regulatory reviews, and third-party assessments
Required Qualifications:
  • 4+ years of Information Security Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
  • Expertise across core Application Security domains SAST, DAST, SCA, Secrets management and detection, Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
  • Strong experience integrating SAST, DAST, and SCA tools into SDLC workflows and source code repositories
  • Advanced knowledge of GitHub, Jira, ServiceNow, Jenkins, Harness, and CI/CD ecosystems
  • Strong understanding of OWASP standards and MITRE CVE/CWE frameworks
  • Experience implementing and maturing Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) practices across Agile and custom development frameworks
  • Familiarity with AI/LLM-enabled development tooling (e.g., Cursor, GitHub Copilot, custom LLM integrations), including auto-remediation capabilities using AI, and governance considerations
Desired Qualifications:
  • 4 + years - Development experience in more than one language
  • 3 + years of using the IaC to configure, build, and deploy
  • 2+ years of DevSecOps / Automation experience
  • Hands-on experience with vendor tools Checkmarx, Blackduck, Prisma, Trufflehog, Synk, Socket, Invicti, Qualys
  • Proven experience with GitHub Advanced Security (GHAS), including secret scanning capabilities
  • Experience in API development and custom services
Job Expectations:
  • This position offers a hybrid work schedule
  • This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship
  • Demonstrate proficiency in using AI-assisted development and analysis tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot and approved code-centric agents)
  • Leverage AI to accelerate system design, coding, testing, analysis, and troubleshooting
  • Apply strong technical judgment when validating and integrating AI-assisted outputs into solutions
  • Understand and account for model limitations, security risks, and operational considerations
  • Apply AI responsibly in development and production environments
  • Ensure AI usage aligns with security, compliance, privacy, and ethical standards
Salary Ranges:
  • $100,000 - $163,000 - Charlotte, NC
  • $100,000 - $163,000 - Chandler, AZ
  • $100,000 - $163,000- Irving, TX
  • $100,000 - $163,000 - West Des Moines, IA
  • $100,000 - $163,000 - Columbus, OH
  • $100,000 - $163,000- San Antonio, TX
  • $110,000 - $179,000 - Minneapolis, MN
    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.
    $100,000.00 - $179,000.00
    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:
    24 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.
    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.
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    Skills Required

    • 4+ years of Information Security Engineering experience or equivalent experience, training, military experience, or education
    • Expertise in SAST, DAST, SCA, secrets management and detection, and Infrastructure as Code
    • Experience integrating SAST, DAST, and SCA tools into SDLC workflows and source code repositories
    • Advanced knowledge of GitHub, Jira, ServiceNow, Jenkins, Harness, and CI/CD ecosystems
    • Strong understanding of OWASP standards and MITRE CVE/CWE frameworks
    • Experience implementing and maturing Secure Software Development Lifecycle practices across Agile and custom development frameworks
    • Familiarity with AI/LLM-enabled development tooling, auto-remediation capabilities, and governance considerations
    • 4+ years of development experience in more than one programming language
    • 3+ years of experience using Infrastructure as Code to configure, build, and deploy
    • 2+ years of DevSecOps or automation experience
    • Hands-on experience with Checkmarx, Black Duck, Prisma, TruffleHog, Snyk, Socket, Invicti, and Qualys
    • Experience with GitHub Advanced Security, including secret scanning
    • Experience in API development and custom services

    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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    205,000 Employees
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    Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a leading financial services company that has approximately $2.2 trillion in assets. We provide a diversified set of banking, investment and mortgage products and services, as well as consumer and commercial finance, through our four reportable operating segments: Consumer Banking and Lending, Commercial Banking, Corporate and Investment Banking, and Wealth & Investment Management. Wells Fargo ranked No. 33 on Fortune’s 2025 rankings of America’s largest corporations. Our technology professionals drive innovation, information security, and big data analytics while maintaining a network that handles more than 12 billion customer interactions a year. Join us! Are you looking for more? Find it here. At Wells Fargo, we're more than a financial services leader – we’re a global trailblazer committed to driving innovation, empowering communities, and helping our customers succeed. We believe that a meaningful career is much more than just a job – it’s about finding all of the elements to help you thrive, in one place. Living the Well Life means you’re supported in life, not just work. It means having robust benefits, competitive compensation, and programs designed to help you find work-life balance and well-being. You’ll be rewarded for investing in your community, celebrated for being your authentic self, and empowered to grow. And we’re recognized for it — Wells Fargo continues to rank on the LinkedIn Top Companies lists of best workplaces “to grow your career.” 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. © 2026 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. All rights reserved. Member FDIC.

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