Sr. Lead Cybersecurity Architect - Product Security Lead

Next Frontier Capital; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

On-site wellness and benefits

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Mental health support

Financial coaching

Job summary

Next Frontier Capital is seeking an experienced Product Security Team Member to drive our product security initiatives. You will be a hands-on expert with a strong technical background and a deep understanding of secure development practices, collaborating across teams to identify, assess, and mitigate security risks throughout the product lifecycle.

You will partner with Engineering & Architecture to integrate security controls, develop security design patterns, guide secure development of

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a product security role with a track record of driving security initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of secure software development practices and common vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top Ten).
• Experience with threat modeling, risk assessment, and vulnerability management.
• Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C/C++).
• Familiarity with security frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF) and industry regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
• Excellent leadership and communication skills; security certifications are a plus.
• Cloud certifications and DevSecOps experience are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Engineering & Architecture to integrate security controls into platforms and frameworks.
• Develop and propagate security design patterns for building secure solutions.
• Guide engineering teams in secure development of infrastructure services and products.
• Ensure security is delivered in line with technology controls throughout the SDLC.
• Develop extensible security solutions aligned to product strategy.
• Conduct security assessments, threat modeling, and vulnerability assessments of products.
• Collaborate to design and implement secure coding practices and reviews.
• Stay updated on emerging threats and trends relevant to our products.
• Drive security education and awareness across the organization.
• Provide regular security updates to senior management and translate findings to business impact.
• Improve security policies, standards, and guidelines related to product security.
• Keep current with the latest security technologies, trends, and best practices.

Skills

Secure software development

OWASP Top Ten

Threat modeling

Risk assessment

Vulnerability management

Programming (Java, Python, C/C++)

NIST Framework

Cloud security

DevSecOps

Cross-functional collaboration

Security leadership

Education

Formal Training or Certification, 5+ years in product security

Tools

AWS/GCP security

Code reviews

Security design patterns

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Product Security Team Member to drive our product security initiatives. The ideal candidate is a hands-on expert in product security with a strong technical background and a deep understanding of secure development practices. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify, assess, and mitigate security risks throughout the product lifecycle.

Job responsibilities

• Partnering with the Engineering & Architecture teams to integrate security controls into platforms (e.g. AWS, GCP, etc. based public cloud platforms) and frameworks
• Creating and propagating (developing ) security design patterns to support building consistent and secure technology solutions
• Assisting and guiding engineering teams in the secure development of infrastructure services and products
• Ensure security considerations are delivered in compliance with firmwide technology controls from the start and throughout the Software Development Lifecycle.
• Developing extensible security solutions aligned to the product strategy in future developments.
• Conduct security assessments, threat modeling, and vulnerability assessments of products and features to identify and prioritize security risks.
• Work with architects and developers to design and implement secure code practices, conduct code reviews, and ensure security is embedded in the design.
• Knowledge of emerging security threats, vulnerabilities, and trends relevant to our products.
• Drive security education and awareness across the organization, ensuring all employees understand their role in maintaining product security.
• Provide regular security updates to senior management and stakeholders, translating technical security issues into business impact.
• Improve security policies, standards, and guidelines related to product security.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security technologies, trends, and best practices.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal Training or certification with 5 + years of experience in a product security role with a track record of driving security initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of secure software development practices and common vulnerabilities (e.g., OWASP Top Ten).
• Experience with threat modeling, risk assessment, and vulnerability management.
• Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C/C++).
• Familiarity with security frameworks (e.g., NIST Cybersecurity Framework) and industry regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or relevant certifications are a plus.
• Cloud Certifications such as AWS Solutions Architecture Associate/Professional, AWS Security Specialty
• Experience with DevSecOps practices and tools is desirable.
• Ability to lead and work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically

Preferred qualifications , capabilities and skills

• Security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CCSP) and/or cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Security Specialty, Solutions Architect).
• Experience with DevSecOps and continuous compliance controls (policy-as-code, guardrails, automated evidence).

#CTC

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.

• 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

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

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. Drive significant business impact and tackle cybersecurity architecture challenges across software applications and platforms