Lead Cybersecurity Architect

JPMorgan Chase; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health care coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Mental health support

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a Lead Cybersecurity Architect to drive high-quality cybersecurity solutions for cloud-based technologies. This role demands strong programming skills in Java or Python, hands-on experience with enterprise cybersecurity, and proven ability to communicate with senior leaders. The company offers a competitive rewards package including healthcare, retirement savings, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in cybersecurity.
• Hands-on practical experience delivering enterprise cybersecurity solutions.
• Advanced understanding of software development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Engage technical teams to discuss technical approaches for cybersecurity.
• Define the technical target state of cybersecurity products.
• Lead evaluation sessions with vendors and teams for improvements.

Skills

Enterprise-level cybersecurity solutions

Threat modeling

Java

Python

Automation

Agile methodologies

Cloud-native experience

Job description

Join one of the world’s most influential companies and leverage your skills in cybersecurity to have a real impact on the financial industry.

As a Lead Cybersecurity Architect at JPMorganChase within the Consumer Banking Team, 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

• 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, opportunity, inclusion, and respect

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Hands‑on practical experience delivering enterprise‑level cybersecurity solutions and controls
• 5 years of experience
• Threat modeling, threat assessments, secure design reviews
• Advanced in one or more programming languages (Java or Python)
• Proficiency in automation and continuous delivery methods
• Proficiency in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle
• Advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as continuous integration and delivery, application resiliency, and security
• Demonstrated proficiency in software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g., public cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.)
• In‑depth knowledge of the financial services industry or regulated industries
• Practical cloud‑native experience
• Deep knowledge of one or more software and applications
• Ability to evaluate current and emerging technologies to recommend the best solutions for the future state architecture
• Experience effectively communicating with senior business leaders

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

CISSP, CCSP

Benefits

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.

EEO Statement

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.