Sr Lead Cybersecurity Architect

Play a vital role in shaping the future of an iconic company and make a direct impact in a dynamic environment designed for top achievers.

As a Senior Lead Cybersecurity Architect at JPMorgan Chase within the cyber and tech controls line of business, you are an integral part of a team that works to develop high-quality cybersecurity solutions for various software applications on modern cloud-based technologies. As a core technical contributor, you are responsible for carrying out critical cybersecurity architecture solutions by identifying, creating, and communicating risk, mitigation options, and solutions across multiple technical areas within various business functions in support of project goals.

Job responsibilities

• Utilizes a deep understanding of the threat landscape and risk to build security into products and new features
• Partners with and advise engineering, product, and risk teams on security best practices and help shape the endpoint security strategy for the firm
• Works with vendors to escalate problems and receive timely resolutions
• Enables product strategy and keep the firm safe by analyzing complex data systems, anticipating problems, and finding ways to mitigate risk
• Engages technical teams and business stakeholders to discuss and propose technical approaches to meet current and future cybersecurity needs
• Defines the technical target state of their cybersecurity product and drives achievement of the strategy
• Identifies opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues to improve overall cybersecurity of software applications and systems
• Leads evaluation sessions with external vendors, startups, and internal teams to drive continuous improvement and assess cybersecurity design and technical credentials for use in existing systems and architecture
• Leads communities of practice to drive awareness and use of new and leading-edge cybersecurity technologies . Adds to team culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on cybersecurity architecture concepts and 5+ years applied experience
• Good understanding of industry frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, CIS etc.
• Hands-on experience with infrastructure attacks, including familiarity with red teaming techniques, tradecrafts and tools.
• Ability to make informed decisions related to risks, exclusions and assess scenarios from an attack-centric approach
• Ability to lead and drive meetings with global teams when there is a need
• Hands-on practical experience delivering enterprise-level cybersecurity solutions and controls
• Proficiency in automation and continuous delivery methods
• Practical cloud native experience . Experience effectively communicating with senior business leaders

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Offensive Security skills such as Penetration Testing and/or Security certifications from reputed bodies
• Demonstrable development/scripting/automation experience in at least one of Java, Python, Go, PowerShell
• Knowledge in public cloud environments such as AWS and any relevant certifications
• Prior experience in Threat Modeling
• Thorough knowledge of network protocols
• Willingness to learn and drive to excel

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.


JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans