Cybersecurity Engineering Associate – Rotational Program

Wells Fargo is hiring Cybersecurity Engineering Associates for a two-year rotational program designed to build practical, end-to-end cybersecurity skills. Associates will rotate through multiple cybersecurity domains, participate in the two-year CODE Program, and work on real challenges that support customers, systems, applications, and data across a global financial institution. The role blends hands-on engineering with structured training, mentorship, and progressive ownership of assignments.

This hybrid opportunity is based in Charlotte, NC and focuses on developing technical expertise while learning how security fits into modern technology delivery, from design and testing through deployment and support.

What you’ll do

• Work on real cybersecurity challenges that help protect Wells Fargo customers, systems, applications, and data from evolving threats.
• Rotate through multiple cybersecurity teams, gaining exposure to areas including cloud security, secure development, identity and access management, threat detection, vulnerability management, and cyber risk.
• Gain exposure to enterprise-scale technologies, security tools, and modern development practices used within a global financial organization.
• Participate in the design, development, integration, testing, deployment, and support of technology solutions for complex business requirements.
• Build software, automate processes, analyze security data, and contribute to solutions used across one of the world’s largest financial institutions.
• Develop an understanding of SDLC, security, risk, compliance, and governance practices that support secure and reliable technology solutions.
• Collaborate with technology teams, cybersecurity partners, and business stakeholders to identify risks, solve problems, and deliver secure technology solutions.
• Build technical expertise through structured training, mentorship, and on-the-job learning with experienced engineers and cybersecurity professionals.
• Work with coaching and guidance while progressively taking ownership of assignments and contributing ideas to grow technical and professional skills.

Skills and technologies

• Programming and scripting: Python, Java, JavaScript, C#, .NET, Go, SQL
• Cloud and infrastructure: AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform, Terraform, cloud technologies
• Containers and orchestration: Kubernetes
• Security and access tooling: Directory Services, Privileged Access Management
• DevOps and delivery: Git, CI/CD pipelines
• Interfaces: APIs

Minimum qualifications

• 6+ months of Technology Engineering and Solutions experience, or an equivalent combination of work experience, training, military experience, or education.

Desired qualifications

• 6+ months of information security knowledge or experience in one or more areas such as security monitoring, incident response, threat intelligence, vulnerability management, penetration testing, digital forensics, cyber investigations, or business continuity.
• 6+ months of experience developing software, automating processes, or solving technical problems using Python, Java, JavaScript, C#, .NET, Go, SQL, Terraform, Kubernetes, or similar tools, with plus exposure to APIs, networking fundamentals, Directory Services, Privileged Access Management, or modern software development practices.
• Experience developing, testing, or maintaining software through coursework, internships, military service, bootcamps, or personal projects, including source control with Git, software testing practices, CI/CD pipelines, secure coding principles, or SDLC methodologies.
• Exposure to cloud technologies and security concepts through coursework, certifications, internships, technical projects, or professional experience, including AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform, containerization, infrastructure as code, or cloud security practices.
• Ability to analyze technical or business information, identify risks, and develop recommendations through academic projects, internships, military experience, cybersecurity labs, or process improvement initiatives.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity threats, social engineering techniques, and secure user practices demonstrated through coursework, industry certifications, security competitions, labs, internships, military service, or technical projects.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts, issues, or recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences while managing multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical field preferred but not required.

Program and role expectations

• This is an immediate-start opportunity. Candidates must begin full-time employment no later than October 26, 2026 and should consider availability before applying.
• Role requirements include working from the designated posted office location and meeting expectations of the current hybrid work schedule, including regular in-office attendance as defined by the team and program requirements.
• Participation in the two-year CODE Program is required, including training, mentorship, networking events, and career development activities.
• Relocation assistance is not provided.
• This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Benefits

• 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

Additional information

• 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. See the Drug and Alcohol Policy for details.
• Recruitment and hiring requirements: Third-party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo. Wells Fargo requires candidates to directly represent their own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.