Chase ยท 3 weeks ago
Principal Cybersecurity Architect-IAM
1201 3Rd Ave, Seattle, WA, 98101, US
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$204K/yr - $285K/yr
10+ years expJPMorgan Chase is one of the oldest financial institutions, offering innovative financial solutions to a diverse clientele. They are seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Architect to lead the design, implementation, and governance of enterprise-wide Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions, ensuring the protection of digital assets through robust security practices.
BankingFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Define and drive the IAM strategy, architecture, and roadmap to support business objectives and regulatory requirements
Architect, implement, and oversee large-scale IAM systems using tools such as Entra ID, ForgeRock, Ping, ADFS, SailPoint, Okta, Active Directory, and Veza
Lead the design and deployment of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) solutions, including ACME protocol integration and certificate management
Conduct advanced threat modeling and risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies
Develop and maintain comprehensive security architecture documentation, including IAM design patterns, technical standards, and best practices
Implement and manage IAM protocols and standards such as RBAC, OAuth2.0, SCIM, Authentication, WebAuthN, Authorization, OPA, and PBAC
Partner with engineering, application, infrastructure, and business teams to ensure IAM solutions are aligned with organizational goals and integrated seamlessly
Apply advanced security principles, including encryption, data security, and risk management, to all IAM solutions and processes
Stay abreast of emerging IAM technologies and security trends, recommending and implementing improvements to enhance security posture
Produce clear, detailed documentation and communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Formal training or certification on security concepts and 10+ years applied experience with a focus on IAM architecture and implementation
Demonstrated success in leading large-scale IAM projects in complex environments
Extensive hands-on experience with IAM tools: Entra ID, ForgeRock, Ping, ADFS, SailPoint, Okta, Active Directory, Veza
Strong background in PKI development and ACME protocol
Proficient in threat modeling and risk assessment methodologies
Deep understanding of encryption, data security, and risk management
Expertise in IAM principles: RBAC, OAuth2.0, SCIM, Authentication, WebAuthN, Authorization, OPA, PBAC
Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams
Experience mentoring and guiding junior architects and engineers
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Strong documentation skills for technical and business audiences
Preferred
Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, or vendor-specific IAM certifications)
Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving
Strong organizational and project management skills
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
Benefits
Comprehensive health care coverage
On-site health and wellness centers
A retirement savings plan
Backup childcare
Tuition reimbursement
Mental health support
Financial coaching
Company
Chase
Chase provides broad range of financial services. It is a sub-organization of JP Morgan Chase.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Mike McDonnell
Managing Director, Head of Chase Travel Platform Product
Nicole Sanchez
Managing Director, Consumer Bank, GM and Product Executive, Growth Financial Products
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