Lead Information Security Analyst

About This Role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Information Security Analyst.

In this role, you will:

• Provide advanced information security consultation for all aspects of information security compliance policy, risk management, and remediation

• Direct information security risk assessment and research, and recommend remediation plans and strategies

• Influence stakeholders on net new or on material changes to an asset to influence control decisions

• Provide consulting on security risk assessment and research, and recommend remediation plans and strategies

• Act as more experienced lead to the organization to develop security risk awareness and mitigating actions

• Consult the organization on complex security issues and findings

• Manage the most complex and critical information assets

• Evaluate and interpret internal and companywide information security policies, processes, standards, and participate with more experienced leaders in decision making on information security

• Serve as information security lead to advise on the development and delivery of Information Security Education and Awareness

• Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, and mid-level to more experienced managers to resolve issues and achieve goals

• Lead projects and teams

• Coordinate with vendor manager on third party assets to manage information security risks

• Serve as a mentor to less experienced staff

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of Information Security Analysis experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

• Masters/ Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science or related field
• 5+ Years of overall experience in Information Technology
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, learning & development, corporate communications, or a related field, with at least 2 years focused on supporting cyber awareness, training, or engagement programs, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education.
• Experience in contributing to the development and execution of awareness and training initiatives.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical information into clear, engaging content for various audiences.
• Basic understanding of adult learning principles and effective communication strategies.
• Experience with learning management systems (LMS) and/or content creation tools.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity domains, concepts and frameworks (e.g., NIST).
• Prior experience in the financial services industry or other regulated environments.
• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CompTIA Security or similar
• Prior experience in training on Cybersecurity topics
• Ability to simplify & explain complex concepts in Cybersecurity/ Risk management
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Good organizational and analytical skills, with an ability to support multiple initiatives concurrently.
• Strong interpersonal & leadership skills
• Problem-solving & critical thinking
• Adaptability & continuous learning mindset

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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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