Sr Lead Security Engineer

Aumni; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase is seeking a Senior Lead Security Engineer to join the Cybersecurity and Technology Controls team. You will drive secure software delivery, propose risk-based security controls, and collaborate with stakeholders to minimize vulnerability impact.

The role emphasizes advanced programming, cloud-native expertise, and hands-on threat modeling across multiple domains, with a focus on protecting critical financial infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 5+ years related security engineering experience
• Planning, designing, and implementing enterprise‑level security solutions
• Advanced in one or more programming languages
• Advanced knowledge of software development and technical processes in cloud, AI/ML, mobile, etc.
• Extensive experience with threat modeling, discovery, vulnerability, and penetration testing
• Ability to work with little oversight
• Practical cloud native experience

Responsibilities

• Facilitates security requirements clarification for multiple networks to enable multi‑level security to satisfy organizational needs
• Works with stakeholders and senior business leaders to recommend modifications during periods of vulnerability
• Be responsible for triaging based on risk assessments of various threats and managing resources to cover impact of disruptive events
• Adds to team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect

Skills

Security engineering

Threat modeling

Penetration testing

Cloud native

Vulnerability assessment

Tools

Cloud platforms

Job description

Join a team where you can play a crucial role in shaping the future of a world‑renowned company and make a direct and meaningful impact in a space designed for top performers.

As a Senior Lead Security Engineer at JPMorganChase within the Cybersecurity and Technology Controls line of business, you are an integral part of an agile team that works to deliver software solutions that satisfy pre‑defined functional and user requirements with the added dimension of preventing misuse, circumvention, and malicious behavior. 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

• Facilitates security requirements clarification for multiple networks to enable multi‑level security to satisfy organizational needs


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


• Be responsible for triaging based on risk assessments of various threats and managing resources to cover impact of disruptive events


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

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• 5+ years related security engineering experience


• Skilled in planning, designing, and implementing enterprise‑level security solutions


• Advanced in one or more programming languages


• Advanced knowledge of software application development and technical processes with considerable in‑depth knowledge in one or more technical disciplines (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.)


• Extensive experience with threat modeling, discovery, vulnerability, and penetration testing


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


• Practical cloud native experience

#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.

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 challenges that span multiple technology domains