Lead Security Engineer - Advanced Cryptography

We are seeking an Advanced Cryptography Specialist

with strong expertise in topics like multiparty computation (MPC), post-quantum

cryptography (PQC) and zero-knowledge proofs (ZKPs). The ideal candidate will

hold a PhD or MS in cryptography or a closely related field and have several

years of hands-on experience applying advanced cryptographic techniques within

the financial sector. The candidate will help leverage innovative cryptography

at JPMorgan Chase. As a member of the Emerging Technologies Security group

within the Cybersecurity & Technology Controls organization, you will work

alongside cryptographers and a group of passionate security engineers to solve

complex security problems and support the deployment of cryptography-based

solutions.

The position requires software development experience and strong industry

experience (5 years or more) in combining cryptography and security

best-practices to secure complex IT infrastructure, customer-facing services,

and sensitive customer and enterprise data.

Key Responsibilities

• * Research & Development: Lead the analysis and use of cryptographic protocols,
• with a focus on multiparty
• computation, quantum-safe cryptography and zero-knowledge proofs.
• * Solution Implementation: Architect and implement cryptographic solutions for
• privacy and confidentiality in financial and non-financial applications,
• including blockchain-based systems.
• * Collaboration: Work closely with other cryptographers, product, engineering,
• and compliance teams to integrate advanced cryptographic techniques into
• real-world financial products and services.
• * Security Assessment: Evaluate and enhance the security of existing and new
• cryptographic protocols, ensuring compliance with industry standards and
• regulatory requirements.
• * Thought Leadership: Stay abreast of the latest research in cryptography
• and privacy, and represent the organization in academic and industry forums.
• * Mentorship: Guide and mentor junior cryptographers and engineers in advanced
• cryptographic concepts and best practices.
• * Assess existing cryptographic libraries
• * Evaluate existing crypto-agile approaches and tools – help define and
• implement JPMC-centric solutions
• * Assist with performance impact assessment of post-quantum
• cryptography solutions and deployments
• * Communicate ongoing work with other teams or organizations
• Required

Qualifications

• * Education: PhD or MS in Cryptography, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a
• closely related field, with a dissertation or significant research
• in multiparty computation, quantum-safe cryptography or zero-knowledge
• proofs.
• * Experience: Minimum 5 years of post-PhD/MS experience applying advanced
• cryptographic techniques, preferably in the financial sector (e.g., banking,
• payments, digital assets, or related domains).
• * Proficiency in cryptographic protocol design, analysis, and implementation.
• * Experience with cryptographic libraries and tools (e.g., MP-SPDZ, FRESCO,
• SEAL, HElib, libsnark, Zokrates, Circom, or similar).
• * Proficiency in cryptography applied to network security protocols (e.g.,
• TLS, IPsec etc.)
• * Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with regulatory and compliance considerations
• for privacy technologies in the financial sector.
• * Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the
• ability to explain complex concepts to technical and non-technical
• audiences.

About the Team

The Cybersecurity & Technology Controls group at JPMorgan Chase aligns the

firm’s cybersecurity, access management, controls and resiliency teams. The

group proactively and strategically partners with all lines of business and

functions to enable them to design, adopt and integrate appropriate controls;

deliver processes and solutions efficiently and consistently; and drive

automation of controls. The group’s number one priority is to enable the

business by keeping the firm safe, stable and resilient.

High Risk Roles (HRR) are sensitive roles within the technology organization

that require high assurance of the integrity of staff by virtue of 1) sensitive

cybersecurity and technology functions they perform within systems or 2)

information they receive regarding sensitive cybersecurity or technology

matters. Users in these roles are subject to enhanced pre-hire screening which

includes both criminal and credit background checks (as allowed by law). The

enhanced screening will need to be successfully completed prior

to commencing employment or assignment.

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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

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essential part of our company, ensuring that we’re setting our businesses,

clients, customers and employees up for success.