Lead Cyber Wargames Facilitator

About This Role: Wells Fargo is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Lead Cyber Wargame Facilitator to lead the design, planning, and execution of cybersecurity wargames. This role will be responsible for creating realistic and challenging scenarios that test and improve the organization's ability to detect, respond to, and recover from cyberattacks. The Lead Cyber Wargame Facilitator will also provide leadership and mentorship to junior facilitators and analysts.
In this role, you will:

• Lead the design, development, and execution of cybersecurity wargames, tabletop exercises, and simulations.

• Create realistic and challenging scenarios that simulate real-world cyber threats and attacks.

• Facilitate wargames, guiding participants through the exercise and ensuring objectives are met.

• Analyze wargame results and develop after-action reports with actionable recommendations for improvement.

• Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure wargames are technically accurate and relevant.

• Mentor and train junior wargame facilitators and analysts.

• Develop and maintain wargame templates, tools, and resources.

• Stay up-to-date on the latest cyber threats, attack techniques, and defense strategies.

• Present wargame findings to senior management and stakeholders.

• Continuously improve the wargaming program based on feedback and lessons learned.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of Information Security Analysis experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, incident response, or wargaming.
• Proven experience in designing, planning, and facilitating cybersecurity wargames

• Strong understanding of cyber threats, attack techniques, and defense strategies.

• Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Experience with wargaming methodologies and tools.

• Ability to obtain security clearance, if required.

Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge of industry frameworks and standards, such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework.

• Security certifications, such as CISSP, CISM, or CEH.

• Experience in a leadership or mentoring role.

• Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or a related field.

Job Expectations:

• This position offers a hybrid work schedule
• This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

Salary Ranges:

• $119,000 - $187,000 - Charlotte, NC
• $143,000 - $224,000 - McLean, VA
• $143,000 - $224,000 - Iselin, NJ

Pay Range
Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.
$119,000.00 - $224,000.00
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

Posting End Date:
4 Mar 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.
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