Junior Security Solutions Consultant

IBM; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM Cybersecurity is seeking an Associate Security Consultant to work with clients on real engagements, helping design and strengthen security solutions across applications, users, systems, and data in modern enterprise environments.

You will collaborate with IBM professionals on IAM, cloud security, threat management, and security operations, building practical cybersecurity skills while traveled up to 100% for client engagements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Familiarity with network security principles and encryption standards.
• Experience with one or more cybersecurity domains like Threat Management, Security Operations, or IAM.
• Basic programming/scripting knowledge (Python, C/C++, Go, Bash, or C#).

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in designing and strengthening security solutions for applications, users, systems, and data.
• Support Identity and Access Management initiatives including authentication and authorization.
• Participate in multiple project phases: requirements, design, implementation, testing, and support.
• Assist with security architecture, cloud security, monitoring, and threat management activities.
• Work with security platforms and automation tools and AI-enhanced security technologies.
• Build cross-domain knowledge across platforms and consulting methodologies.

Skills

IAM

Cloud Security

Threat Management

Security Operations

Data Security

Governance & Risk

Programming Basics

SIEM/EDR Knowledge

Encryption Basics

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Sentinel

Defender

CrowdStrike

Splunk

Job description

IBM Cybersecurity is seeking an Associate Security Consultant to work with clients on real engagements, helping design and strengthen security solutions across applications, users, systems, and data in modern enterprise environments.

You will collaborate with IBM professionals on IAM, cloud security, threat management, and security operations, building practical cybersecurity skills while traveled up to 100% for client engagements.