Lead Software Engineer-Information Security

Wells Fargo•Minneapolis, MN

6d•$119,000 - $206,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Software Engineer- Information Security. The Application Security Champion group is looking for a Lead Information Security professional with security knowledge to help with daily operations of the Application Security Champion (ASC) operating model. As a Core Application Security Champion (Core ASC), you’ll play a pivotal leadership role in scaling our modern security program across thousands of global applications. You will serve as a subject matter expert (SME), supporting engineering teams and mentoring a growing network of Satellite ASCs embedded within development squads. This role is ideal for a passionate security professional who thrives at the intersection of secure development, enablement, and innovation.

Requirements

5+ years of Software Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, or education
5+years of experience in Application Security, Secure Software Development, Product Security, or DevSecOps
Strong knowledge of secure software development practices and modern application architectures, including cloud-native platforms, microservices, and APIs
Experience performing secure code reviews and utilizing application security testing tools, including SAST, DAST, SCA, and GitHub Advanced Security (GHAS)
Experience implementing Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) practices, threat modeling methodologies (e.g., STRIDE, PASTA), and OWASP security standards
Experience partnering with development teams to integrate security controls throughout the software development lifecycle.

Nice To Haves

1+ year of experience with Fortify Code Analyzer and Checkmarx
1+ year of experience with Black Duck Software Composition Analysis (SCA)
1+ year of experience with Static Application Security Testing (SAST) tools
Experience working in Agile and DevOps environments utilizing tools such as GitHub, Jira, and Azure DevOps
Knowledge of regulatory, risk, and compliance frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, and CRI Profile
Experience scaling application security programs across large, federated, or decentralized organizations
Industry-recognized application security certifications such as CSSLP, GWAPT, OSWE, or SANS/GIAC certifications (GSSP, GWEB, or equivalent).
Strong ability to influence technical teams, manage competing priorities, and drive security outcomes without direct authority
Experience developing and delivering secure coding training, developer enablement programs, or application security awareness initiatives
Experience leading security initiatives within cloud-native and DevSecOps environments.
Demonstrated ability to build strong partnerships with engineering, architecture, risk, and technology teams to improve application security posture.

Responsibilities

Provide deep technical guidance on secure coding, vulnerability remediation, threat modeling, and security tools
Serve as the escalation point for Satellite ASCs, ensuring QA/QC of findings, especially in high-risk and regulatory environments
Lead and continuously enhance the Satellite ASC enablement journey, including onboarding, advanced training, and mentorship
Participate in and lead secure design reviews, code analysis, and architecture consultations across multiple development teams
Drive and maintain automated security tooling integrations in CI/CD (e.g., SAST, SCA, secrets scanning, IaC reviews)
Support the creation and tracking of security KPIs and metrics dashboards, helping measure risk reduction and program impact
Help shape policy and control frameworks that balance developer velocity with security assurance
Contribute to the governance and continuous improvement of the Satellite ASC Program
Act as a senior advisor and technical lead for the Satellite ASC Program, helping define governance, oversight, and continuous improvement
Partner with Product, Engineering, and Risk leaders to define secure design patterns and control objectives for cloud and enterprise systems
Lead the review and escalation process for critical findings, ensuring alignment with enterprise risk tolerance
Coach and guide other Core ASCs to raise overall capability and impact of the Core ASC Center of Excellence.