Cyber Security Research Engineer – Validation Red Team

Wells Fargo

Cyber Security Research Engineer validating security findings for Wells Fargo's Offensive Security Research Team. Engaging in active offensive operations and developing analytical reports to support business operations.

Posted 6/10/2026full-timeChandler • Arizona, North Carolina, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $87,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityLinuxPythonRubyShell ScriptingVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct innovative research in cyber security
Participate in active offensive security operations
Perform vital work to validate that findings have been remediated
Develop and present in-depth reports that provide a narrative of your activity
Communicate results to lines of business based on inherit risks
Work with the leadership team to identify opportunities and process improvements
Participate in purple teaming

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years of Cyber Security Research experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
2+ years of information security experience in converged testing (red teaming)
2+ years of experience with Linux OS environment
2+ years of experience with Burpsuite Pro
2+ years of experience working with VMWare Workstation
2+ years of cloud computing experience in one or a combination of the following: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Compute (GCC) or Azure
Security Knowledge of Python, Ruby, PowerShell, and Shell Scripting
Knowledge and understanding of information security risk assessment procedures, risk mitigation or remediation
Ability to handle confidential material in a professional manner
Knowledge and understanding of banking or financial services industry
Experience working in a large enterprise environment
Knowledge and understanding of system/application architecture and design concepts
Ability to present complex material in a digestible, consumable manner to all levels of management
Experience performing offensive security assessments against cloud environments
Certifications in one or more of the following: Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC), Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP), Offensive Security Wireless Professional (OSWP), Offensive Security Certified Expert (OSCE), Offensive Security Exploitation Expert (OSEE), or Offensive Security Web Expert (OSWE)

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

cyber security researchoffensive security operationsred teamingLinux OSBurpsuite ProVMWare Workstationcloud computingPythonRubyPowerShell

Soft Skills

communicationprocess improvementconfidentialitypresentation skillsrisk assessmentrisk mitigationinterpersonal skillsleadershiporganizational skillsanalytical thinking

Certifications

Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC)Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)Offensive Security Wireless Professional (OSWP)Offensive Security Certified Expert (OSCE)Offensive Security Exploitation Expert (OSEE)Offensive Security Web Expert (OSWE)