JPMorgan Lead Architect - Cryptography 

United States, California, Palo Alto 

351543607

Job Description

The position requires strong cryptography academic knowledge as well as some experiencein vetting and applying advanced cryptography schemes to secure complex IT infrastructure

Knowledge, experience, and capability required for the role include:

• Expertise in both mainstream encryption schemes, key exchange protocols as well as advanced cryptography topics (e.g., secure multiparty computation, zero-knowledge, homomorphic encryption or lattice-based cryptography)
• Proven track record in publishing papers (academia, whitepaper, position paper etc.)
• Strong Familiarity with NIST post-quantum cryptography standardization & migration efforts
• Hands-on experience with implementing, testing and deploying both mainstream and advanced cryptographic schemes
• Good understanding and hands-on experience of network security protocols (TLS etc.)
• Security solution development utilizing cryptographic agility principles and elements
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages, e.g., Java, C#, JavaScript, C/C++
• Ability to convey complex concepts in a clear & concise manner to a wide range of audience
• Proven track record in working with diverse teams to achieve goals
• PhD (preferred) or MS in computer science

Preferred experience and knowledge in one or more of the following:

• Cryptography or security protocol standardization (e.g., IETF)
• Basic knowledge on cryptanalysis, crypto system threat modeling and analysis
• NIST key management best practices

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.