Sr Lead Cybersecurity Architect

JP Morgan Chase; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 176,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase in Seattle/Plano area seeks a Sr Lead Cybersecurity Architect to shape secure software ecosystems. You will drive high-impact cybersecurity solutions for multiple platforms and apply deep technical skills to complex security challenges spanning cloud, AI/ML, and mobile domains.

The role emphasizes AI-enhanced risk analysis, validation of recommendations, and collaboration with senior business and engineering teams to strengthen resiliency and auditability across the SDLC.

Qualifications

• Formal training or certification on cybersecurity architecture.
• Hands-on experience delivering enterprise cybersecurity solutions and controls.
• Experience using enterprise AI capabilities to support architecture workflows.
• Ability to validate AI-assisted security recommendations and ensure auditability.
• Advanced programming knowledge in one or more languages or platforms.

Responsibilities

• Guides evaluation of current cybersecurity principles and controls, and leads evaluation of new tech using standards.
• Uses AI capabilities to accelerate risk analysis and control assessment with proper data handling.
• Provides technical guidance to business teams, contractors and vendors as a subject matter expert.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to recommend changes during vulnerabilities or incidents.
• Contributes to SDLC framework adoption and best practices across the organization.
• Promotes AI-assisted security validation within SDLC/toolchain for better traceability.

Skills

Cybersecurity architecture

AI in security

Risk assessment

Independent problem solving

Leadership

Education

Cybersecurity cert

Job description

Sr Lead Cybersecurity Architect

Plano, TX, United States

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Job Information

• Job Identification 210801416
• Job Category Architecture
• Business Unit Corporate Sector
• Posting Date 11/03/2026, 04:06 PM
• Locations 8181 Communications Pkwy Bldg F, Plano, TX, 75024, US1201 3rd Ave, Seattle, WA, 98101, US10 S Dearborn St, Chicago, IL, 60603, US1111 Polaris Pkwy, Columbus, OH, 43240, US
• Job Schedule Full time
• Base Pay/Salary Plano,TX $152,000.00-$225,000.00; Columbus,OH $142,500.00-$215,000.00; Chicago,IL $152,000.00-$225,000.00; Seattle,WA $175,750.00-$260,000.00

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 JPMorganChase within CTC, you are 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

• Guides evaluation of current cybersecurity principals, processes and controls, and leads evaluation of new technology using existing standards and frameworks, influencing peers and decision-makers to adopt leading-edge solutions where appropriate
• Uses enterprise-authorized AI capabilities within the work environment to accelerate cybersecurity risk analysis and control assessment, validating outputs and handling data according to sensitivity and security requirements.
• Regularly provides technical guidance and direction to support the business and its technical teams, contractors, and vendors, serving as a function-wide subject matter expert in one or more areas of focus
• Works with stakeholders and senior business leaders to recommend business modifications during periods of vulnerability
• Actively contributes to the engineering community as an advocate of firm wide frameworks, tools, and practices of the Software Development Life Cycle
• Drives reuse-first adoption of AI-assisted security validation within SDLC/toolchain routines, improving control testing, remediation quality, and traceability/auditability in line with resiliency expectations.
• Uses enterprise-authorized AI capabilities within the work environment to accelerate cybersecurity risk analysis and control assessment, validating outputs and handling data according to sensitivity and security requirements

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on cybersecurity architecture and 5+ years applied experience.Hands-on practical experience delivering enterprise level cybersecurity solutions and controls
• Demonstrated experience using enterprise-authorized AI capabilities within the work environment to support cybersecurity architecture workflows with strong validation habits and awareness of data sensitivity.
• Ability to assess and validate AI-assisted security recommendations before adoption, escalating uncertainty and ensuring outcomes align to security, resiliency, and auditability expectations.
• Advanced expertise in one or more programming language(s) and/or applications, with advanced knowledge of cybersecurity architecture, applications, and technical processes within one or more technical disciplines (e.g., public cloud, AI/ML, mobile, etc.)
• Ability to tackle design and functionality problems independently with little to no oversight
• Ability to evaluate current and emerging technologies to select or recommend the best solutions for the future state architecture
• Demonstrated experience using enterprise-authorized AI capabilities within the work environment to support cybersecurity architecture workflows with strong validation habits and awareness of data sensitivity.
• Ability to assess and validate AI-assisted security recommendations before adoption, escalating uncertainty and ensuring outcomes align to security, resiliency, and auditability expectations.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Security engineering, threat modeling, or architecture governance as a product domain.
• Experience integrating engineering teams that previously reported into separate leaders, and carrying in-flight commitments through the transition.
• Familiarity with pooled capacity models and the intake process product teams use to request engineering. Experience setting hiring, leveling, or development standards for senior technical talent.
• CISSP, CISM, advanced cloud architecture certifications, or comparable senior credentials.

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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.