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June 20, 2026
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Cybersecurity Analyst Apprentice

Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
$76K/yr - $100K/yr
New Grad
IBM is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst Apprentice to join their local cohort and learn about cybersecurity while applying technical knowledge in a Security Operations Center. The role involves monitoring client systems for security threats, conducting vulnerability assessments, and collaborating with teams to respond to incidents.
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Responsibilities

  • Monitor and audit client systems to ensure the protection of those systems, information resources, and data within
  • Monitor, track, and analyze networks/systems for potential security violations/anomalies and respond to all such incidents
  • Work with all teams to investigate potential security violations, respond, and report accordingly
  • Perform continuous monitoring duties such as vulnerability assessments, manual configuration reviews, and event analysis
  • Conduct incident/event investigation and analysis and tests security products and systems to detect security weaknesses
  • Assess and detect network vulnerabilities
  • Maintain security system infrastructure
  • Maintain awareness of cyber trends, threats, and vulnerabilities
  • Install, configure, deploy, integrate, operate and maintain security toolsets

Qualification

Required

  • Drive and eagerness to learn
  • Ability to work independently, and in an efficient and organized manner
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
  • Strong verbal communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Strong troubleshooting
  • Knowledge or some experience in any one of the following: Operating Systems like Windows, Linux
  • Knowledge or some experience in any one of the following: General networking and infrastructure fundamentals
  • Knowledge or some experience in any one of the following: Cyber security fundamentals
  • Knowledge or some experience in any one of the following: Perl, PHP, Python and/or other scripting languages
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance
  • Willingness to complete the requirements of the apprenticeship program
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Some knowledge or experience with any of the following: Operating Systems like Windows, Linux
  • Some knowledge or experience with any of the following: General networking and infrastructure fundamentals
  • Some knowledge or experience with any of the following: Perl, PHP, Python and/or other scripting languages
  • Some knowledge or experience with any of the following: Cyber security fundamentals
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance

Preferred

  • Associate's Degree/College Diploma
  • An Associates Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related
  • Consulting Methodologies Knowledge: Exposure to consulting approaches and techniques used to drive transformation and provide value to clients, including familiarity with industry and regulatory requirements
  • Security Programs Understanding: Basic understanding of security programs and compliance requirements in industry-leading organizations, with curiosity about their application in various contexts
  • Advisory Services Familiarity: Exposure to advisory services and the role of a trusted advisor in supporting client engagements, with awareness of the development of security solutions

Benefits

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.
Glassdoor
3.9
Founded in 1911
Armonk, New York, USA
10001+ employees
http://www.ibm.com