IBM is hiring an Associate Security Consultant to help clients design, implement, and strengthen security solutions across enterprise environments. The role supports client engagements in cybersecurity areas such as cloud security, identity and access management, threat management, and security operations.
Collaborate with client teams and IBM professionals to gather business and technical requirements and support the design of effective security solutions
Contribute to Enterprise-wide Access Management initiatives, including authentication, authorization, identity, and secure access processes
Participate in multiple phases of client engagements, including requirements analysis, solution design, identity and secure access processes, implementation, testing, and operational support
Assist with security architecture, application security, cloud security, monitoring, and threat management activities across diverse environments
Work with modern cybersecurity platforms, automation tools, and AI-enhanced security operations technologies
Build knowledge across multiple platforms, architectures, security domains, and consulting methodologies
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma/GED
Familiarity with network architecture, network security principles, authentication and authorization methods, and encryption protocols and standards
Exposure to one or more cybersecurity domains such as Threat Management, Security Operations, Data and Application Security, Identity &Access Management, Cloud and Infrastructure Security, or Governance, Risk, and Compliance
Working knowledge of programming or scripting languages such as Python, C/C++, Go/Golang, Bash, or C#, with exposure to software testing, automation frameworks, or secure development practices
Exposure to security tools and technologies related to vulnerability scanning, monitoring, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, encryption, or network analysis
Understanding of cybersecurity operations concepts including SIEM, SOAR, EDR, threat detection, or incident response workflows
Interest in emerging security technologies, automation, AI-assisted security operations, and modern cloud security practices
Willingness to travel up to 100%
IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor's degree in a related technical field preferred (Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, MIS, Engineering, or related disciplines)
Knowledge of network and application security, software engineering, secure application development, mobile technologies, or identity and authentication solutions
Exposure to enterprise security platforms such as Microsoft Sentinel/Defender, CrowdStrike, Google SecOps, Palo Alto Networks XSIAM, Splunk, or related SIEM, SOAR, and EDR technologies
Industry certifications or coursework related to cybersecurity, cloud security, or security operations (CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or similar) are a plus
Benefits
Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & well being
401(k)
Cash balance pension plan
IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Financial counseling
Life insurance
Short & long-term disability coverage
Opportunities for performance based salary incentive programs
Generous paid time off including 12 holidays, minimum 56 hours sick time, 120 hours vacation, 12 weeks parental bonding leave in accordance with IBM Policy, and other Paid Care Leave programs
Paid family leave benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law
Training and educational resources on our personalized, AI-driven learning platform
Industry-recognized certifications
Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups
Giving & volunteer opportunities
Discounts on retail products, services & experiences
IBM provides technology and consulting, including software, infrastructure systems, and cloud-based solutions.
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IBM provides technology and consulting, including software, infrastructure systems, and cloud-based solutions.
