Principal Cybersecurity Architect -IAM, Golang

Testing Site - JPMC; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase is seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Architect to lead IAM architecture, security strategy, and scalable frameworks across cloud and on-prem environments. You will drive best practices, POC activities, and mentor teams while interfacing with senior leaders.

Required expertise includes RBAC, OAuth2.0, SCIM, WebAuthN, OPA/PBAC, and deep encryption/data security knowledge. Expect collaboration across technology, product, and security teams, with strong focus on risk mitigation and

Qualifications

• Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts with 10+ years of experience in design and development.
• Deep expertise in IAM architecture and implementation for large-scale environments.
• Experience leading IAM projects and building scalable microservices on AWS.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain secure software frameworks for cloud and on-prem deployments.
• Lead standardization of coding patterns across development teams.
• Architect and implement secure, high-performance frameworks with AWS and on-premise components.
• Provide thought leadership on security trends and technologies.
• Drive improvements by identifying gaps and implementing solutions.
• Mentor engineering teams and guide technical strategy across groups.

Skills

IAM architecture

Java

Python

Node.js

Golang

Encryption & data security

API design & security

Microservices

AWS

CI/CD & DevOps

Relational databases

Kafka

RabbitMQ

WebAuthN/OAuth2.0

RBAC/OPA/PBAC

Tools

Kafka

RabbitMQ

AWS Lambda

ECS

S3

Aurora

API Gateway

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 Technology and Controls, youprovide 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

• Design, develop, and maintain complex, scalable, and reusable software frameworks, ensuring they meet industry standards for reliability, efficiency, and performance.
• Lead the creation and adoption of coding patterns and best practices across the organization's development community, driving standardization and consistency.
• Architect and implement robust, secure, and high-performance frameworks for both cloud and on-premises environments, leveraging cloud-native services (e.g., AWS).
• Provide technical thought leadership, staying abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to guide the team and organization.
• Identify existing drawbacks, gaps, and inefficiencies in frameworks, processes, and practices; proactively recommend and implement improvements.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and advisor on technological matters, influencing technical decisions and strategy across business, product, and technology teams.
• Lead proof-of-concept (POC) initiatives to evaluate new technologies and methodologies for potential adoption.
• Implement and manage IAM protocols and standards such as RBAC, OAuth2.0, SCIM, Authentication, WebAuthN, Authorization, OPA, and PBAC.
• Apply advanced security principles, including encryption, data security, and risk management, to all IAM solutions and processes.
• Stay abreast of emerging IAM technologies and security trends, recommending and implementing improvements to enhance security posture.
• Drive innovation by exploring and integrating cutting-edge technologies (e.g., cloud, streaming) into frameworks and products. Mentor and guide engineering teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning, technical excellence, and talent development.

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Formal training or certification in software engineering concepts, with 10+ years of applied experience in system design, application development, testing, and operational stability, and strong focus on IAM architecture and implementation.
• Demonstrated success in leading large-scale IAM projects in complex environments.
• Deep expertise in software development using Java, Python, Node, or Golang.
• Deep understanding of encryption, data security, and risk management.
• Expertise in IAM principles: RBAC, OAuth2.0, SCIM, Authentication, WebAuthN, Authorization, OPA, PBAC.
• Proven experience building performant, scalable, and reliable microservices and frameworks for both cloud (AWS) and on-premises deployments.
• Advanced knowledge of API design, development, and security, with hands-on experience in enterprise-grade API solutions.
• Proficiency in Relational database skills, including SQL, data modeling, and experience with high availability database architectures.
• Advanced knowledge and hands-on experience with streaming technologies (Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.) and s strong experience with CI/CD pipelines, cloud-native development (AWS Lambda, ECS, S3, Aurora, API Gateway), and DevOps practices.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically, develop and execute technical strategies, and drive organizational objectives. Ability to communicate effectively and present technical concepts to senior leaders and executives.
• Proven track record of technical thought leadership, including identifying and addressing technical and process gaps, and elevating team capabilities using excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.