Lead Cybersecurity Architect - PCI Compliance | Card Services

Job Description

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 organization, 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.

Job responsibilities

• Architect and implement secure software solutions that comply with PCI DSS requirements, focusing on building robust and scalable systems.
• Design and develop security controls and mechanisms specifically tailored to protect cardholder data and ensure PCI DSS compliance.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate security best practices into the software development lifecycle, ensuring PCI compliance from the ground up.
• Engage technical teams and business stakeholders to discuss and propose technical approaches to meet current and future cybersecurity needs for PCI-compliant software products.
• Define the technical target state of cybersecurity products and drive the achievement of the strategy for secure software solutions.
• Works with Business Assessment Lead & control owners to define functional scope (tools, processes, etc.)
• Proactively monitor Key Risk Parameters to identify non-compliance and assist in remediation with compensating controls to address security, risk and control gaps.
• Identify opportunities to eliminate or automate remediation of recurring issues to improve the overall cybersecurity of software applications.
• Lead 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.
• Lead communities of practice to drive awareness and use of new and leading-edge cybersecurity technologies.
• Contribute to a team culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts and 5+ years of applied experience in cybersecurity architecture.
• Hands-on practical experience delivering enterprise-level cybersecurity solutions and controls, specifically for PCI-compliant software and products.
• Experience with Prior QSA, ISA, or OSA.
• Hands-on in one or more programming languages (i.e Java, Python, C / C++...)
• Proficient in automation and continuous delivery methods
• Proficient in all aspects of the Software Development Life Cycle
• 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 (i.e. AWS, Azure, GCP)
• 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

• PCI Security Standards Council Certifications
• Internal Security Assessor (ISA)
• PCI Point-to-Point Encryption (P2PE) Assessor
• PCI Forensic Investigators (PFIs)
• Qualified Security Assessor (QSA)
• Secure Software Assessor (SSA)
• Secure Software Lifecyle (Secure SLC) Assessor
• 3DS Assessor

About Us

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.

For those in eligible roles, we offer discretionary incentive compensation which may be awarded in recognition of firm performance and 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.

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JPMorgan Chase 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.