Lead Information Security Analyst - IAM

Wells Fargo is back in the office collaborating for fabulous outcomes! This is a hybrid position and in the office three days a week and work from home two days a week. There are no visa sponsorship or visa transfers for this role. Lead Information Security Analyst - IAM Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Information Security Analyst to help strengthen and evolve Identity and Access Management (IAM) Operations. We're looking for a proven IAM professional who understands how identity data moves across systems and the downstream impact it has on access, controls, compliance, and risk. This role focuses on IAM data hygiene, entitlement governance, process optimization, and controls. Success requires someone who can identify gaps, improve data quality, strengthen operational processes, and partner across teams to drive lasting improvements. The ideal candidate understands IAM workflows end-to-end, communicates effectively with both business and technical stakeholders, and can translate complex requirements into practical solutions. This person is naturally curious, asks the right questions, and knows how to influence others while driving accountability and results. In this role, you will: Analyze and optimize IAM business operations, ensuring alignment with organizational security and business objectives. Oversee identity governance, user access policies, and compliance with industry regulations. Collaborate with IT, cybersecurity, HR, and business teams to enhance IAM processes, automation, and efficiency. Develop IAM business strategies, metrics, and reporting to measure effectiveness and compliance. Support IAM program initiatives, including role-based access control (RBAC), privileged access management (PAM), Cloud, Non-Human Accounts, and identity lifecycle management. Ensure seamless onboarding, offboarding, and access review processes to maintain security and minimize risk. Manage IAM-related projects, driving continuous improvements in identity governance, workflows, and user experience. Act as a liaison between business stakeholders and IAM technical teams to translate business needs into actionable IAM strategies. Monitor and enhance IAM risk management processes, ensuring timely mitigation of security gaps. Work with vendors, auditors, and regulatory bodies to ensure IAM operations adhere to best practices. 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. 3+ years of Identity Access Management experience preferred. 2+ years of Technology or Business Controls experience. 2+ years of Escalation Management or supervisory experience. 3+ years of related work experience in financial industry operations or systems. Experience with IAM technologies such as Okta, Saviynt, Microsoft Azure AD, CyberArk, or similar platforms. Familiarity with authentication protocols (SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, LDAP) and compliance frameworks. Proven ability to manage IAM projects, optimize processes, and drive operational efficiencies. Why this role? This is an opportunity to make a measurable impact by improving the quality, governance, and effectiveness of IAM processes that support enterprise security at scale. 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 - $187,000.00 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: 14 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.