Sr Lead Cybersecurity Architect

Testing Site - JPMC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase in London is seeking a Senior Lead Cybersecurity Architect to join the Global Architecture and Engineering team. You will shape secure software and platform solutions, applying deep technical expertise to address complex cybersecurity challenges across multiple technology domains.

You will lead threat modelling, risk assessments, and design reviews; develop a reference security architecture; and mentor teams on secure SDLC, cloud security, IAM, and network controls.

Qualifications

• Formal training or certification in architecture concepts with 5+ years of applied experience.
• Background in infrastructure, system administration, and secure SDLC.
• Experience with security products, risk management, information security standards, and incident response.
• Advanced proficiency in one or more programming languages.
• Advanced knowledge of cybersecurity architecture and enterprise tech, incl. cloud and AI/ML.
• Advanced knowledge of enterprise networking and network security controls.
• IAM systems including Federated Identity, SSO, OAuth, SAML, AD/ADFS, PAM, RBAC.
• Ability to tackle design and functionality problems independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead evaluation and implementation of cybersecurity principles, processes, and controls.
• Provide cybersecurity architecture guidance to support business and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive cybersecurity reference architecture.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in cybersecurity for technology teams and partners.
• Conduct security assessments, threat modelling, and technical risk assessments on design proposals.
• Advocate for firmwide frameworks, tools, and practices within the secure SDLC.
• Influence technology decisions by improving implementation patterns and architectural design.
• Ensure the security of modern technologies such as public cloud, AI/ML, mobile, etc.
• Manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables, ensuring timely security design and implementation.
• Partner with Global Technology and other teams to oversee security design and implementation.
• Contribute to team culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect.

Skills

Security architecture

Threat modelling

Risk management

IAM & SSO

Cloud security

Networking security

Programming languages

Independent problem solving

Job description

Job Description

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 Global Architecture and Engineering, youare an integral part of a team that works to develop high-quality cybersecurity solutions for various software applications and platform products. Drive significant business impact through your capabilities and contributions, and apply deep technical expertise and problem-solving methodologies to tackle a diverse array of cybersecurity challenges that span multiple technology domains.

Job responsibilities

• Lead the evaluation and implementation of cybersecurity principles, processes, and controls, guiding technology assessments using established security standards and patterns.
• Provide cybersecurity architecture and guidance to support business and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive cybersecurity reference architecture.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in cybersecurity, offering expertise to technology teams and business partners.
• Conduct security assessments, threat modelling, and technical risk assessments on design proposals from technical teams.
• Advocate for firmwide frameworks, tools, and practices within the secure Software Development Life Cycle.
• Influence technology decisions by introducing improvements in implementation patterns and architectural design.
• Ensure the security of modern technologies such as public cloud, AI/ML, mobile, etc.
• Manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables, ensuring timely security design and implementation.
• Partner with Global Technology and other teams to oversee security design and implementation.
• Adds to team culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification in architecture concepts and 5+ years of applied experience.
• Background in infrastructure, system administration, and secure software development lifecycle is desired.
• Experience in security products, risk management, information security standards, security architecture principles, threat and vulnerability management, including incident response methodologies.
• Advanced proficiency in one or more programming languages or scripts.
• Advanced knowledge of cybersecurity architecture, applications, and technical processes, with considerable in-depth knowledge in one or more technical disciplines (e.g., public cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.).
• Advanced knowledge of enterprise networking and network security controls.
• Understanding of Identity and Access Management systems and processes in an enterprise environment, familiar with Federated Identity Management, SSO, OAuth, SAML, AD & ADFS, Privileged Access Management, RBAC, etc.
• Ability to tackle design and functionality problems independently with little to no oversight.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group, executives, managers, and subject matter experts.
• Understand information security and risk management challenges, issues mitigations and remediation in a multi-national enterprise environment.
• Experience in leadership, either by directly managing teams or through mentorship.
• Strong interpersonal skills; excellence in customer service
• Ability to explain and champion security concepts.