Security Engineer III

Job Description

Your seniority as a security engineer puts you in the ranks of the top talent in your field. Play a critical role at one of the world's most iconic financial institutions where security is vital.

As a Security Engineer III at JPMorgan Chase within the Cybersecurity Technology & Controls team, you will play a vital role in a diverse and collaborative environment dedicated to delivering cutting-edge software solutions. Your focus will be on ensuring that these solutions not only meet established functional and user requirements but also proactively prevent misuse, circumvention, and malicious activities. You will leverage your expertise to implement critical technology solutions utilizing tamper-proof and audit-defensible methods across multiple technical domains. By aligning your efforts with the firm's strategic business objectives, you will enhance the organization's overall security posture and contribute to a resilient cybersecurity framework that protects vital assets and data. Your role will involve continuous learning and adaptation to emerging threats, ensuring that our security measures remain robust and effective in an ever-evolving landscape.

Job responsibilities

• Develop and implement security policies as code to automate enforcement across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform environments.
• Monitor cloud environments for misconfigurations and compliance drift using automated tools and frameworks.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and prioritize remediation efforts in collaboration with relevant teams.
• Lead investigations into cloud security incidents, maintaining incident response plans and implementing corrective actions.
• Work with Cloud Security leads to integrate security into all phases of cloud service development and provide training on best practices.
• Stay updated on cloud security trends and best practices through participation in training, seminars, and conferences.
• Executes security solutions design, development, and technical troubleshooting with the ability to apply knowledge of existing security solutions to satisfy security requirements for internal clients (e.g., product, platform, application owners)
• Leads delivery of continuity-related awareness, training, educational activities, and exercises
• Contributes to a team culture that values diversity, promotes opportunities, fosters inclusion, and upholds respect for all members.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Obtain 3+ years of equivalent experience with a bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field, with proven work experience as a Security Engineer.
• Strong proficiency in Python programming language for developing security automation scripts and tools.
• In-depth knowledge of at least one major cloud environment (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform) with a focus on security best practices and compliance frameworks.
• Demonstrated understanding of cloud security concepts, including identity and access management, network security, and data protection.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a security mindset to proactively identify and mitigate risks in multi-cloud environments.
• Experience developing security engineering solutions.
• Overall knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle and solid understanding of agile methodologies such as CI/CD, application resiliency, and security.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Experience with additional programming languages beyond Python, enhancing the ability to develop diverse security solutions and tools.
• Familiarity with multiple cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) to leverage a broader understanding of security practices across platforms.
• Knowledge of advanced security frameworks and compliance standards, such as NIST, ISO 27001, or CIS benchmarks, to enhance organizational security posture.
• Good knowledge of industry benchmark Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) tools to effectively assess and improve cloud security configurations.

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 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.