Principal Cybersecurity Architect

JPMorgan Chase; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 176,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase is seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Architect to advance architecture platforms leveraging modern cloud technologies and guide risk mitigation across the firm. You will collaborate with leaders to adopt global solutions and drive secure SDLC practices.

You will lead engineering teams, contribute to strategic technology decisions, and apply advanced security expertise to protect critical systems across multiple business units.

Qualifications

• Formal training or certification on cybersecurity architecture concepts and 7+ years experience.
• Hands-on practical experience delivering enterprise level cybersecurity solutions and controls.
• Advanced in one or more programming languages or applications.
• 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.)
• Ability to tackle design and functionality problems independently with little to no oversight.
• Practical cloud native experience.
• Ability to evaluate current and emerging technologies to select or recommend the best solutions for the future state architecture

Responsibilities

• Guides the evaluation of current cybersecurity principals, processes, and controls, and leads the evaluation of new technology using existing standards and frameworks
• Regularly provides technical guidance and direction to support the business and its technical teams, contractors, and vendors
• Works with stakeholders and senior leaders to recommend business modifications during periods of vulnerability
• Serves as function-wide subject matter expert in one or more areas of focus
• Actively contributes to the engineering community as an advocate of firmwide frameworks, tools, and practices of the Software Development Life Cycle
• Influences peers and project decision-makers to consider the use and application of leading-edge technologies
• Adds to team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect

Skills

Cybersecurity architecture

Enterprise security solutions

Cloud-native experience

Independent problem solving

Guidance to vendors/contractors

Education

Cybersecurity architecture certification

Tools

Public cloud platforms

SDLC frameworks

Job description

Principal Cybersecurity Architect

Chicago, IL, United States

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Job Information

• Job Identification 210766530

• Job Category Architecture

• Business Unit Corporate Sector

• Posting Date 09/30/2026, 06:47 PM

• Locations 1750 Tysons Blvd, McLean, VA, 22102, US270 Park Ave, New York, NY, 10017, US1201 3rd Ave, Seattle, WA, 98101, US8181 Communications Pkwy Bldg F, Plano, TX, 75024, US575 Washington Blvd, Jersey City, NJ, 07310, US1111 Polaris Pkwy, Columbus, OH, 43240, US

• Job Schedule Full time

• Base Pay/Salary Chicago,IL $175,750.00-$260,000.00; Seattle,WA $204,250.00-$285,000.00; Jersey City,NJ $204,250.00-$285,000.00; Plano,TX $175,750.00-$260,000.00; New York,NY $204,250.00-$285,000.00; Columbus,OH $166,250.00-$245,000.00

Job Description

Take your engineering expertise to new heights by joining a team of exceptionally talented professionals and solidify your place among top performers in the industry.

As a Principal Cybersecurity Architect at JPMorganChase within the Cybersecurity and Technology Controls line of business, you provide expertise to enhance and develop architecture platforms based on modern cloud-based technologies as well as support the adoption of strategic global solutions. Leverage your advanced architecture capabilities to identify, communicate, and mitigate risk, and collaborate with colleagues across the organization to drive best-in-class outcomes.

Job responsibilities

• Guides the evaluation of current cybersecurity principals, processes, and controls, and leads the evaluation of new technology using existing standards and frameworks

• Regularly provides technical guidance and direction to support the business and its technical teams, contractors, and vendors

• Works with stakeholders and senior leaders to recommend business modifications during periods of vulnerability

• Serves as function-wide subject matter expert in one or more areas of focus

• Actively contributes to the engineering community as an advocate of firmwide frameworks, tools, and practices of the Software Development Life Cycle

• Influences peers and project decision-makers to consider the use and application of leading-edge technologies

• Adds to team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on cybersecurity architecture concepts and 7+ years experience

• Hands-on practical experience delivering enterprise level cybersecurity solutions and controls

• Advanced in one or more programming languages or applications

• 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.)

• Ability to tackle design and functionality problems independently with little to no oversight

• Practical cloud native experience

• Ability to evaluate current and emerging technologies to select or recommend the best solutions for the future state architecture

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About Us

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 (https://careers.jpmorgan.com/us/en/how-we-hire/faqs) for more information about requesting an accommodation.

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

About the Team

Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we’re setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.