DLP Web and Email Principal Engineer
Today• Columbus, OH
About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a DLP Web and Email Principal Engineer to lead the design, development, and strategic direction of our Data Loss Prevention (DLP) capabilities. This role will serve as the senior technical authority for DLP engineering, driving innovation and automation in data protection, policy enforcement, and threat mitigation. The engineer will collaborate closely with teams across Cybersecurity, Information Protection, Workplace Technology, Network Security, and Enterprise Messaging.
The ideal candidate will have deep experience in building scalable DLP solutions, integrating with enterprise platforms, and applying advanced analytics to detect and prevent data exfiltration. This role requires strong leadership in guiding engineering teams, influencing executive stakeholders, and interfacing with legal, compliance, and business units to ensure alignment with regulatory and operational priorities.
In this role, you will:
- Advise leadership on DLP architecture and engineering strategies for complex business needs
- Lead resolution of highly complex challenges requiring cross-functional collaboration and innovation
- Translate enterprise data protection goals into technical engineering solutions
- Provide vision and direction for implementing long-term DLP capabilities
- Maintain awareness of industry trends and recommend innovations to enhance data protection
- Engage with professionals across the enterprise and serve as an expert advisor to leadership
- Principal Engineer (SME/technical authority) for DLP engineering across email, and web channels
- Architect and implement scalable DLP solutions using advanced analytics and automation
- Lead strategy planning for DLP capabilities within Cybersecurity and Information Protection
- Provide technical oversight to engineering teams supporting DLP platforms and integrations
- Partner with executive leadership to align DLP solutions with business and regulatory priorities
- Drive innovation in detection techniques using machine learning and behavioral analytics
- Act as a force multiplier by enabling engineering teams through reusable frameworks and automation
- 7+ years of Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military service, or education
- 7+ years of experience in DLP engineering or data protection technologies
- 5+ years of experience with email and web security platforms (e.g., Proofpoint, Symantec, Zscaler)
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with Broadcom DLP, including:
- - Policy creation and tuning across multiple channels (email, web, endpoint)
- - Integration with enterprise systems such as SIEM, CASB, and ticketing platforms
- - Incident triage and response workflows
- - Custom rule development using EDM/IDM and regex
- - Performance optimization and troubleshooting of DLP agents and infrastructure
- 5+ years of experience in information security risk management or cybersecurity engineering
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- Experience with DLP policy development, tuning, and incident response
- Experience integrating DLP with SIEM platforms and case management systems
- Strong understanding of data classification, encryption, and secure transmission protocols
- Certifications such as CISSP, GIAC, or vendor-specific DLP certifications
- Experience articulating technical risks and solutions to senior leadership
- Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (e.g., GLBA, GDPR, CCPA) and their impact on data protection
- Experience working in a large enterprise environment
- Knowledge and understanding of banking or financial services industry
- Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-demand environment while balancing multiple priorities.
- This position offers a hybrid work schedule
- This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship
- Possible up to 10% travel
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Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.
$159,000.00 - $305,000.00
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
27 Jan 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.
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Client-provided location(s): Columbus, OH
Job ID: WellsFargo-R-514121-5
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-01-22T18:08:52
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- FSA
- HSA
- Mental Health Benefits
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
Parental Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Return-to-Work Program
Work Flexibility
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Volunteer Time Off
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Stock Purchase Program
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Access to Online Courses
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
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