API Security and Governance Analyst

Wells Fargo

. Support operational governance activities across the API Product portfolio, including collecting, validating, consolidating, and distributing portfolio metrics, scorecards, dashboards, and management reports .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeCharlotte • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $77,000 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operational governance, compliance activities, and risk management within technology operations. Proficient in analyzing business processes, developing metrics, and supporting cross-functional initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.

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Operational GovernanceCompliance ActivitiesRisk ManagementProject CoordinationAPI Technologies

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Hard Skills

Business ControlsProcess ManagementMetrics DevelopmentOperational ReportingApplication Security PrinciplesVulnerability ManagementAudit CoordinationTechnology Lifecycle ComplianceOperational Risk ManagementGovernance Requirements

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAttention to DetailCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelPower BISharePointReporting ToolsAPI Lifecycle Management

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesRegulatory ComplianceTechnology Control IssuesAudit ProcessesOperational Efficiency

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support operational governance activities across the API Product portfolio, including collecting, validating, consolidating, and distributing portfolio metrics, scorecards, dashboards, and management reports
Coordinate and track Technology Control Issues (TCIs), audit findings, remediation activities, risk exceptions, and control-related commitments
Support application compliance activities, including monitoring policy requirements, technology lifecycle standards, application inventory updates, and control attestations
Assist with compliance and operational oversight for a portfolio of applications, including four Tier 3 (Critical) applications
Analyze business processes and identify process improvement and operational efficiency opportunities
Support cross-functional initiatives by tracking milestones, deliverables, dependencies, risks, and action items
Administer service accounts, shared access controls, distribution lists, and other operational assets
Partner with Engineering, Product Management, Information Security, Risk, Compliance, and Audit teams on remediation, issue resolution, and compliance activities
Support internal audits, regulatory reviews, self-assessments, and control testing through evidence collection, documentation, status tracking, and response coordination
Analyze operational and compliance data to identify trends, process gaps, and reporting needs; escalate issues as appropriate
Develop and maintain operational procedures, compliance documentation, reporting artifacts, and governance records
Provide accurate and timely reporting to management for portfolio oversight, operational decision-making, and compliance activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years of experience in business controls, business operations, compliance, risk management, governance, audit coordination, technology operations, project coordination, or related disciplines
Demonstrated project coordination skills, including managing multiple workstreams, tracking deliverables, coordinating stakeholders, and supporting initiative execution
Experience in process management and adherence, including documenting procedures, monitoring compliance with established processes, and supporting governance requirements
Experience identifying process improvement opportunities and supporting operational efficiencies and standardized practices
Experience developing metrics, reports, dashboards, and management communications
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage competing priorities with attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to collaborate across Product, Engineering, Risk, Compliance, Information Security, and Audit organizations
Working knowledge of API technologies, API lifecycle management, and API gateway concepts
Foundational understanding of application security principles, including authentication, authorization, vulnerability management, and secure software development practices
Experience supporting technology products, software engineering organizations, or API platforms
Familiarity with Technology Control Issues (TCIs), operational risk management practices, audit processes, and regulatory compliance activities
Experience supporting application inventory management, technology lifecycle compliance, vulnerability remediation tracking, or governance-related activities
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Power BI, SharePoint, and reporting tools
Experience creating management reporting, operational metrics, and performance dashboards
Experience working within a large financial services or other highly regulated environment
No visa sponsorship or visa transfers for this position

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