Sr. Lead Security Infrastructure Engineer - HSM Management at JP Morgan Chase

Join a world-class cybersecurity team where your expertise in cryptographic infrastructure and secure hardware directly protects the financial systems trusted by millions of people around the globe.As a Sr Lead Security Engineer at JPMorganChase within the Cybersecurity & Technology Controls team, you will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, scalable, and resilient infrastructure solutions that support critical payment and cryptographic operations. You will bring deep expertise in Hardware Security Module management and infrastructure architecture to help safeguard the firm's most sensitive systems and data. This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of cryptographic security, collaborating with cross-functional teams across a global organization to define standards, drive innovation, and ensure business continuity. If you are passionate about security engineering and thrive in complex, high-stakes environments, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.Job responsibilitiesLead the architecture, design, and documentation of complex Hardware Security Module and cryptographic infrastructure, ensuring alignment with business, resiliency, and security requirementsUses enterprise-authorized AI capabilities within the work environment to accelerate security risk analysis and documentation (e.g., synthesizing threat assessments), validating outputs and ensuring sensitive data is handled appropriately.Design and implement Hardware Security Module solutions, including deployment, configuration, integration, and full lifecycle management across Thales and FutureX platformsDevelop and maintain detailed architectural diagrams, system documentation, and operational runbooks to support operational excellence and knowledge continuityCollaborate with cross-functional teams to define infrastructure standards, best practices, and security controls that align with firm-wide policies and industry regulationsOversee the migration, upgrade, and consolidation of Hardware Security Module infrastructure, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum security throughout transitionsProvide expert guidance on cryptographic key management, secure storage, confidential computing, and compliance with industry standards including Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard and Federal Information Processing StandardsTroubleshoot and resolve infrastructure and Hardware Security Module-related issues, performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions using monitoring toolsParticipate in risk assessments, audits, and incident response activities related to infrastructure and Hardware Security Module environmentsApplies reuse-first, AI-assisted practices within SDLC/toolchain routines to strengthen security testing and control validation, ensuring traceability/auditability and alignment to resiliency and security expectations.Apply domain knowledge of payment processes and business resiliency to infrastructure design and operational decision-makingRequired qualifications, capabilities, and skillsFormal training or certification on security engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience7 or more years of hands-on engineering experience with Hardware Security Modules, including expertise in architecture and system design of highly available infrastructure, disaster recovery, and business continuity strategiesDemonstrated experience using enterprise-authorized AI capabilities within the work environment to support security engineering workflows with strong validation habits and awareness of data sensitivity.Proficient technical troubleshooting skills with strong Linux and Unix administration experience in enterprise environmentsStrong understanding of cryptographic principles, key management, confidential computing, and secure hardware operationsHands-on experience with OpenSSL and certificate-based authentication mechanismsExpertise in public cloud key management services and cloud-based Hardware Security Module solutionsProficiency in designing and documenting infrastructure architectures using industry-standard tools and methodologiesExperience with infrastructure automation tools such as Terraform for managing and scaling secure environmentsAbility to review and validate AI-assisted security recommendations before adoption, escalating uncertainty and ensuring outcomes align to security, resiliency, and auditability expectations.Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skillsExperience with network security, firewalls, and secure room operations and key ceremoniesHands-on experience with Splunk or equivalent platforms for infrastructure monitoring and troubleshootingStrong domain knowledge of payment processes and business resiliency applied to infrastructure designRelevant Hardware Security Module platform certifications such as Thales or FutureX credentialsFamiliarity with broader cybersecurity frameworks and their application to cryptographic and payment infrastructure environmentsAbility to influence technical direction and drive alignment across organizational boundaries in a large, complex enterprise#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 for more information about requesting an accommodation.JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/VeteransOur 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.Full timePosting Date: 2026-07-21