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Sr Lead Security Engineer

ExecutivePlacements.com
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/12/2026
Join a team where you can play a crucial role in shaping the future of a world-renowned company and make a direct and meaningful impact in a space designed for top performers.

As a Senior Lead Security Engineer at JPMorganChase within the Cybersecurity and Technology Controls line of business, you are an integral part of an agile 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. Drive significant business impact through your capabilities and contributions and apply deep technical expertise and problem-solving methodologies to tackle a diverse array of cybersecurity challenges that span multiple technology domains.

Job responsibilities

  • Facilitates security requirements clarification for multiple networks to enable multi-level security to satisfy organizational needs
  • Works with stakeholders and senior business leaders to recommend business modifications during periods of vulnerability
  • Be responsible for triaging based on risk assessments of various threats and managing resources to cover impact of disruptive events
  • Adds to team culture of diversity, opportunity, inclusion, and respect

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

  • Formal training or certification on security engineering concepts and 5 years applied experience
  • This is a software engineering role that requires hands-on coding experience
  • Skilled in planning, designing, and implementing enterprise-level security solutions
  • Advanced in one or more programming languages
  • Advanced knowledge of software application development and technical processes with considerable in-depth knowledge in one or more technical disciplines (e.g., cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mobile, etc.)
  • Extensive experience with threat modeling, discovery, vulnerability, and penetration testing
  • Ability to tackle design and functionality problems independently with little to no oversight
  • Practical cloud native experience

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

  • 3 years experience in software engineering, and 1 year experience in product security
  • Experience working with either SCA, SAST, or DAST tooling
  • Experience building security in CI/CD workflows

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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 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

Base Pay/Salary

Chicago,IL $147,250.00 - $225,000.00 / year

Salary : $147,250 - $225,000

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