Security Operations Manager Jobs in North Carolina
Security Operations Manager jobs in North Carolina are in steady demand, concentrated in defense contracting, financial services, healthcare systems, and state government, with openings at every level from supervisory security coordinator through senior director. The heaviest hiring is in Charlotte, Raleigh, and the Fayetteville area, where employers like Bank of America, Duke University Health System, and L3Harris Technologies maintain large, ongoing security operations teams. The most in-demand specialties are physical security program management, cybersecurity operations oversight, and integrated security for critical infrastructure. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Why Wells Fargo
Are you looking for more? Find it here. At Wells Fargo, we're more than a financial services leader –we’re a global trailblazer committed to driving innovation, empowering communities, and helping our customers succeed. We believe that a meaningful career is much more than just a job – it’s about finding all of the elements to help you thrive, in one place.
Living the Well Life means you’re supported in life, not just work. It means having robust benefits, competitive compensation, and programs designed to help you find work-life balance and well-being.
You’ll be rewarded for investing in your community, celebrated for being your authentic self, and empowered to grow. Join us!
About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking an Information Security Manager to join our Cybersecurity Technology group. The Cybersecurity group is responsible for protecting the company from cyber threats, engaging with Wells Fargo businesses, assessing information security risk, providing identity services, performing security engineering, and operating the Cybersecurity function.
This Information Security Manager will be responsible for leading IAM operational teams and building a cross-trained organization that can effectively support multiple processes and functions. This role drives operational excellence, develops talent, promotes knowledge sharing, and ensures team members gain the skills necessary to provide coverage across critical functions. This manager will partner with stakeholders to deliver secure, compliant, and efficient access management services while improving workforce flexibility, resiliency, and employee development.
In this role, you will:
Manage and optimize IAM business operations, ensuring alignment with organizational security and business objectives
Investigate security incidents and recommend corrective action or risk treatment plans
Provide training to users on IAM policies and procedures and offer expert troubleshooting and support for IAM-related issues
Collaborate with IT, cybersecurity, HR, and business teams to enhance IAM processes, automation, and efficiency
Develop IAM business strategies, metrics, and reporting to measure effectiveness and compliance
Support IAM program initiatives, including role-based access control (RBAC), privileged access management (PAM) and identity lifecycle management
Ensure seamless onboarding, offboarding and access review process to maintain security and minimize risks
Manage IAM-related projects, driving continuous improvements in identity governance, workflows, and user experience
Act as a liaison between business stakeholders and IAM technical teams to translate business needs into actionable IAM strategies
Monitor and enhance IAM risk management processes, ensuring timely mitigation and security gaps
Work with vendor, auditors, and regulatory bodies to ensure IAM operations adhere to best practices
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 Information Security operations management or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
2+ years of Leadership experience
Desired Qualifications:
5+ years of Identity Access Management experience preferred
2+ years of Technology or Business controls experience
2+ years related work experience in financial industry operations or systems
Strong understanding of IAM frameworks, identity governance, and security best practices
Familiarity with IAM technologies such as Okta, SailPoint, Microsoft Azure AD, CyberArk or similar platforms
Familiarity with authentication protocols (SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, LDAP) and compliance frameworks
Proven ability to manage IAM projects, optimize processes, and drive operational efficiencies
CISSP, CISM, or other relevant information security professional certifications
Job Expectations:
This position offers a hybrid work schedule - ability to work in office
This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship
Relocation assistance is not available for this position
Posting End Date:
29 Sep 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.
Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.
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. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.
Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:
a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.
b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.
Why Wells Fargo
Are you looking for more? Find it here. At Wells Fargo, we're more than a financial services leader –we’re a global trailblazer committed to driving innovation, empowering communities, and helping our customers succeed. We believe that a meaningful career is much more than just a job – it’s about finding all of the elements to help you thrive, in one place.
Living the Well Life means you’re supported in life, not just work. It means having robust benefits, competitive compensation, and programs designed to help you find work-life balance and well-being.
You’ll be rewarded for investing in your community, celebrated for being your authentic self, and empowered to grow. Join us!
About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking an Information Security Manager to join our Cybersecurity Technology group. The Cybersecurity group is responsible for protecting the company from cyber threats, engaging with Wells Fargo businesses, assessing information security risk, providing identity services, performing security engineering, and operating the Cybersecurity function.
This Information Security Manager will be responsible for leading IAM operational teams and building a cross-trained organization that can effectively support multiple processes and functions. This role drives operational excellence, develops talent, promotes knowledge sharing, and ensures team members gain the skills necessary to provide coverage across critical functions. This manager will partner with stakeholders to deliver secure, compliant, and efficient access management services while improving workforce flexibility, resiliency, and employee development.
In this role, you will:
Manage and optimize IAM business operations, ensuring alignment with organizational security and business objectives
Investigate security incidents and recommend corrective action or risk treatment plans
Provide training to users on IAM policies and procedures and offer expert troubleshooting and support for IAM-related issues
Collaborate with IT, cybersecurity, HR, and business teams to enhance IAM processes, automation, and efficiency
Develop IAM business strategies, metrics, and reporting to measure effectiveness and compliance
Support IAM program initiatives, including role-based access control (RBAC), privileged access management (PAM) and identity lifecycle management
Ensure seamless onboarding, offboarding and access review process to maintain security and minimize risks
Manage IAM-related projects, driving continuous improvements in identity governance, workflows, and user experience
Act as a liaison between business stakeholders and IAM technical teams to translate business needs into actionable IAM strategies
Monitor and enhance IAM risk management processes, ensuring timely mitigation and security gaps
Work with vendor, auditors, and regulatory bodies to ensure IAM operations adhere to best practices
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 Information Security operations management or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
2+ years of Leadership experience
Desired Qualifications:
5+ years of Identity Access Management experience preferred
2+ years of Technology or Business controls experience
2+ years related work experience in financial industry operations or systems
Strong understanding of IAM frameworks, identity governance, and security best practices
Familiarity with IAM technologies such as Okta, SailPoint, Microsoft Azure AD, CyberArk or similar platforms
Familiarity with authentication protocols (SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, LDAP) and compliance frameworks
Proven ability to manage IAM projects, optimize processes, and drive operational efficiencies
CISSP, CISM, or other relevant information security professional certifications
Job Expectations:
This position offers a hybrid work schedule - ability to work in office
This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship
Relocation assistance is not available for this position
Posting End Date:
29 Sep 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.
Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.
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. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.
Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:
a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.
b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.
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What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in security operations manager jobs across North Carolina.
- Active North Carolina Private Protective Services license or recognized reciprocal credential required
- Five or more years of progressive security operations experience including supervisory responsibility
- Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, security management, or a closely related field preferred
- Certified Protection Professional or Physical Security Professional designation strongly preferred
- Demonstrated experience managing security programs for large facilities or multi-site operations
- Proficiency with security information and event management platforms and access control systems
Security Operations Manager Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a security operations manager in North Carolina?
Most paths run through the North Carolina Private Protective Services Board, which licenses security personnel and managers operating in the state. Candidates typically need a combination of a bachelor's degree in security management or criminal justice and several years of supervisory security experience. Earning a credential like the Certified Protection Professional strengthens applications considerably. Large healthcare, defense, and financial employers in North Carolina often promote from within their own security operations teams.
How much do security operations managers make in North Carolina?
Security operations managers in North Carolina earn a median of about $57,390 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $34,800 for the lowest 10% to over $85,230 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire security operations managers in North Carolina?
Employers hiring security operations managers in North Carolina right now include Allied Universal, Advance Auto Parts, and Wells Fargo, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. North Carolina's concentration of defense contractors around Fayetteville, major hospital systems in the Research Triangle, and large financial institutions headquartered in Charlotte creates consistent year-round demand for experienced security operations leadership.
Which North Carolina cities have the most security operations manager jobs?
Raleigh, Charlotte, and Durham post the most security operations manager openings in North Carolina. Charlotte's density of financial services headquarters and large corporate campuses drives the bulk of openings, while Raleigh benefits from state government agencies, research universities, and a growing technology sector, and the Fayetteville corridor reflects steady demand from defense installations and contractors tied to Fort Liberty.
Are there remote security operations manager jobs in North Carolina?
Yes, but they're rare. Security operations manager roles are predominantly on-site because the work involves overseeing physical security programs, managing personnel, and responding to incidents in person. About 100% of security operations manager openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to be in cybersecurity operations center oversight or corporate security program management rather than facility-based roles.
How can I get hired as a security operations manager in North Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a security officer or shift supervisor role with a large North Carolina employer, building toward management through demonstrated performance and licensure with the North Carolina Private Protective Services Board. Hospital systems like Atrium Health and UNC Health, as well as defense contractors around Fayetteville, regularly hire security coordinators and supervisors as feeders into operations manager positions. Obtaining a Certified Protection Professional or completing a criminal justice degree while working accelerates that transition considerably.
Where can I find and apply to security operations manager jobs in North Carolina?
You can find and apply to security operations manager jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to the employers posting them.
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