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Wells Fargo Securities (WFS) Information Security Officer (ISO)

 

Wells Fargo | Company Overview

Wells Fargo & Company is one of the largest multinational financial services firms in the world and a cornerstone of the U.S. banking system. Headquartered in San Francisco, it ranks within the Fortune 50 and is consistently among the “Big Four” banks in the United States by total assets. With operations in more than 30 countries and tens of millions of customers worldwide, Wells Fargo plays a critical role in consumer banking, commercial lending, and capital markets, maintaining a global presence while remaining deeply embedded in the American financial landscape.

 

Professional Experience

 

Hunter Storm | Information Security Officer

Led the development and execution of information security plans for the Wells Fargo Securities (WFS) line of business, ensuring alignment with enterprise security objectives and regulatory requirements. Responsible for WFS (Wells Fargo Securities) line of business information security, which included Global Fund Services and International.

Worked with leaders and subject matter experts (SMEs) to develop appropriate mitigating controls, risk remediation strategies, and security plans / risk assessments. Acted as a liaison between business lines and internal risk assessors to bring the right people together in order to accomplish shared goals within expedited timeframes.

Executed information security initiatives in a way that enabled the business to meet its strategic targets while fulfilling enterprise information security goals and insuring compliance with legal and regulatory issuances.

  • Identified control gaps and collaborated closely with technology leaders and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to design and implement effective mitigating controls, risk remediation strategies, and action plans.
  • Facilitated cross-functional collaboration by breaking down silos and uniting stakeholders to achieve shared security goals within expedited timeframes.
  • Directed risk assessments and compliance initiatives enabled the business to meet strategic targets while maintaining adherence to legal and regulatory mandates.

 

Key Contributions

Voluntarily provided real-time operational support during a critical overnight firewall rule deployment affecting mission-critical trading applications. Stayed on a cross-functional bridge call to provide immediate authorization and risk oversight, ensuring smooth implementation without process violations or business disruption. Recognized by senior line of business leadership for proactive engagement and dedication.

 

Skills

Enterprise Architecture · Vendor Management · Cloud Computing · Computer Security · Network Security · Cross-Cultural Communication Skills · Information Security · Science Communication · Information Technology · Cybersecurity · Innovation · Data Security · Risk Management · Operational Risk Management · IT Risk Management · Security · Interpersonal Communication · Enterprise Risk Management · Strategic Planning · Architecture · Active Directory · Risk Assessment · Creative Problem Solving · Disaster Recovery · Information Security Management · Emerging Technologies · Process Improvement · Thought Leadership

 

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