Technology Director – Secure Database Access, Identity Governance

Wells Fargo technology director securing database access, identity governance, and privileged controls across banking platforms. Leading enterprise strategy, compliance, AI-driven entitlement analytics, and access modernization.

Posted 8/17/2026full-timeCharlotte • Arizona, New Jersey, North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $215,000 - $355,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Identity and Access Management (IAM), Privileged Access Management (PAM), and governance within complex, regulated environments. Proven ability to lead enterprise-wide security strategies, influence executive decision-making, and drive compliance initiatives across diverse technology platforms.

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Identity And Access Management (IAM)Privileged Access Management (PAM)Cybersecurity LeadershipDatabase Security ControlsSecurity Certifications (CISSP, CISM)

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Hard Skills

Entitlement ManagementAccess CertificationZero Trust PrinciplesAI-Driven Security AnalyticsAnomaly DetectionDatabase TechnologyInfrastructure SecurityCloud SecuritySecrets ManagementRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Executive CommunicationStakeholder ManagementOrganizational Leadership

Tools & Technologies

Database Automation PlatformsCloud-Native Database PlatformsSecurity Standards

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCISMCIAM

Industry Keywords

GovernanceRisk ManagementCompliance InitiativesFinancial ServicesSecurity Architecture

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber SecurityNoSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the enterprise-wide strategy for database identity and access management across strategic database platforms
Define target-state controls for authentication, authorization, entitlement management, privileged access, and access certification
Drive least-privilege adoption across production and non-production database environments
Establish secure server-side access controls and enterprise service account governance standards
Govern privileged access models and modernize authentication and authorization capabilities
Lead AI-driven entitlement analytics, automated remediation, and continuous access governance
Establish monitoring and metrics for entitlement utilization, privilege consumption, and policy compliance
Partner with Cyber Security, Operational Risk, and Compliance organizations on security standards, audits, regulatory examinations, and risk management
Drive remediation of database access findings, issues, and control gaps
Integrate identity governance into database automation platforms and self-service workflows
Embed security and access governance into cloud adoption, AI-enabled operations, and platform transformation
Influence security architecture decisions for future-state database platforms and services
Partner with IAM, Infrastructure Engineering, Enterprise Architecture, CIO organizations, and database engineering teams
Communicate strategy, risk posture, compliance priorities, and transformation progress to senior executives
Lead the Secure Database Access organization and represent Database Technology in executive governance, security, audit, and regulatory forums

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of Technology Strategic Leadership experience, or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, or education
4+ years of management or leadership experience
8+ years of experience in cybersecurity, identity and access management, database technology, infrastructure security, or platform engineering
5+ years of experience leading enterprise-scale security, IAM, governance, risk, or compliance initiatives
5+ years of experience implementing privileged access management, identity governance, entitlement management, or related security controls
Experience leading large-scale transformational programs across complex, highly regulated technology environments
Experience partnering with security, engineering, risk, compliance, and application development organizations
Strong knowledge of IAM, PAM, IGA, and Zero Trust principles
Experience with database security controls across relational, NoSQL, and cloud-native database platforms
Familiarity with AI-driven security analytics, anomaly detection, and automated control remediation
Experience supporting regulatory, audit, and compliance programs within large financial services organizations
Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CIAM, or equivalent
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related discipline is desired; Master's preferred
Strong understanding of cloud security, service account governance, secrets management, and enterprise authentication technologies
Exceptional executive communication, stakeholder management, and organizational leadership skills
Demonstrated ability to influence enterprise strategy and drive adoption across large-scale matrixed organizations
Ability to work in an in-office hybrid environment
Not available for visa sponsorship
No relocation allowance

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
Incentive opportunities may be available