Lead Cybersecurity Architect - M365 Security

Join one of the world's most influential companies and leverage your skills in cybersecurity to have a real impact on the financial industry.

  As a Lead Cybersecurity Architect at JPMorgan Chase within the Cybersecurity Technology Controls (CTC) Product Security, you are an integral part of a team that works to develop high-quality cybersecurity solutions for various software applications on modern cloud-based technologies. As a core technical contributor, you are responsible for carrying out critical cybersecurity architecture solutions by identifying, creating, and communicating risk, mitigation options, and solutions across multiple technical areas within various business functions in support of project goals.   This role will support security architecture initiatives across the Employee Platforms' Content Communication & Collaboration space with a focus on M365 security. 

Job responsibilities

• Engages technical teams and business stakeholders to discuss and propose technical approaches to meet current and future cybersecurity needs
• Defines the technical target state of their cybersecurity product and drives achievement of the strategy
• Identifies opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues to improve overall cybersecurity of software applications and systems 
• Leads evaluation sessions with external vendors, startups, and internal teams to drive continuous improvement and assess cybersecurity design and technical credentials for use in existing systems and architecture
• Leads communities of practice to drive awareness and use of new and leading-edge cybersecurity technologies 
• Adds to team culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect 

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification in cybersecurity and 3+ years applied experience across one or more platform centric security areas (e.g. threat modeling, vulnerability assessments, encryption, IAM, network protocols, software development, API integration)
• Familiarity across a range of security frameworks and guidelines (e.g. OWASP, NIST, ISO) and experience reconciling design documentation and architecture with applicable industry standards and best practices
• Experience securing MS Azure & M365 environments including advanced understanding of Microsoft cloud-based security tools (Purview, Defender for Office, etc…)
• Understanding of SaaS-based security and controls. 
• Hands-on practical experience delivering enterprise-level cybersecurity solutions and controls
• Understanding of automation and continuous delivery methods  
• Understanding aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle​ 
• Advanced understanding of agile methodologies such as continuous integration and delivery, application resiliency, and security​ 
• Demonstrated proficiency in software applications and technical processes within a technical discipline (e.g., public cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.)   
• In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry and their IT systems 
• Practical cloud native experience 
• Deep knowledge of one or more software and applications
• Ability to evaluate current and emerging technologies to recommend the best solutions for the future state architecture
• Experience effectively communicating with senior business leaders

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Strong communication skills to work with partners across multiple lines of business.
• Ability to effectively communicate security threats and risk to a wide audience.
• Experience or knowledge of implementing SaaS security technology (CASB, SSPM, etc…) 
• Strong understanding of the M365 product line (Teams, SPO, CoPilot, Delve, EXO, etc...). 
• Certifications applicable to this role: CISSP, CISM, CASP, & MSFT SC & AZ series. 
• Experience operating and collaborating in a global enterprise environment. 
• Understanding of regulatory and compliance challenges in a global enterprise. 

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