Lead Security Engineer - Python

Take on a crucial role where you'll be a key part of a high-performing team

delivering secure software solutions.

As a Lead Security Engineer at JPMorganChase within the CTC, you are an integral

part of 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. As a core technical contributor, you are

responsible for carrying out critical technology solutions with tamper-proof,

audit defensible methods across multiple technical areas within various business

functions.

Job Responsibilities

* Execute creative security solutions through design, development, and

technical troubleshooting, thinking beyond routine or conventional approaches

to build solutions and break down complex technical problems.

* Use enterprise-authorized AI capabilities within the work environment to

accelerate threat modeling, vulnerability analysis synthesis, and security

documentation, validating outputs and ensuring sensitive data is handled

appropriately.

* Develop secure, high-quality production code, and review and debug code

written by others.

* Minimize security vulnerabilities by applying industry insights and

governmental regulations to continuously evolve security protocols; create

processes to determine control effectiveness; and conduct discovery,

vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and threat scenario analysis

to identify and assess vulnerabilities.

* Work with stakeholders and business leaders to understand security needs and

recommend business modifications during periods of vulnerability.

* Apply reuse-first, AI-assisted practices within SDLC and toolchain routines

to strengthen security testing and control validation, ensuring traceability,

auditability, and alignment to resiliency and security expectations.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

* Design and build secure Python solutions (APIs, microservices, automation

tools, security utilities) using secure-by-design patterns, least privilege,

and defense-in-depth.

* Perform secure code development, review, and debugging for Python and

adjacent stacks (e.g., containerized workloads, CI/CD), including fixing

security defects and improving engineering guardrails.

* Demonstrate expertise in cloud and DevOps technologies, including AWS, Google

Cloud, Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, and GitLab.

* Be skilled in working with databases such as MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and NoSQL

systems.

* Maintain a strong background in data science and AI, including deep learning,

NLP, GenAI, RAG concepts, prompt engineering, and data visualization.

* Apply experience in secure coding, model validation, and data privacy.

* Exhibit excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.

Preferred Skills

* Experience with LLM fine-tuning, prompt engineering, and multi-modal AI

integration.

* Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools.

* Knowledge of frontend frameworks such as React and Next.js.

* Certifications in AI/ML, Kubernetes, AWS, or cybersecurity.

* Exposure to cybersecurity frameworks and compliance standards.

#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

[https://careers.jpmorgan.com/us/en/how-we-hire/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.