Introduction

The IBM Office of the CISO is entrusted with safeguarding not only IBM's internal systems but also those of our clients around the world. Our organization is composed of specialized teams that span the full spectrum of cybersecurity, including Vulnerability Management, Threat Detection, Security Operations, Product Security, Mail Security, System Inventory, Endpoint Detection, and Computer Security Incident Response (CSIRT). CSIRT plays a critical role in managing IBM's global incident response process for cybersecurity and data privacy cases. This team is responsible for identifying, analyzing, and resolving incidents across IBM's internal environments, ensuring swift and coordinated action to protect our assets and those of our clients.

Your role and responsibilities

Join IBM's Cybersecurity Incident Response Team (CSIRT) IBM CSIRT is seeking a skilled and experienced cybersecurity analyst to join our dynamic team. This role is critical in supporting incident response efforts and safeguarding IBM and client environments from evolving cyber threats. Key Responsibilities:
* Collaborate closely with cybersecurity responders to initiate, triage, contain, mitigate, analyze, and resolve cyber and data-related incidents.
* Utilize advanced analysis tools to investigate threats and assess impact.
* Apply deep knowledge of security technologies, hosting environments, and emerging technologies to support incident resolution.
* Think like a threat actor to anticipate tactics and strengthen defenses.
* Work cross-functionally with teams including the Security Operations Center (SOC), Threat Detection, and other internal stakeholders. Required Qualifications:
* Proven experience in cybersecurity analysis and incident response.
* Proficiency with industry-standard analysis and investigation tools.
* Strong understanding of threat landscapes, attacker methodologies, and security technologies.
* Excellent technical, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
* Ability to work effectively in high-pressure situations and collaborate across teams. Join us in protecting IBM and our clients from today's most sophisticated cyber threats.

Required education

Associate's Degree/College Diploma

Preferred education

Bachelor's Degree

Required technical and professional expertise

Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity forensic analysis within a global corporate enterprise environment.
* Strong technical expertise across Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems.
* Deep understanding of common security tools, techniques, and procedures used by cyber threat actors.
* Demonstrated proficiency with both commercial and open-source forensic tools such as X-Ways, Axiom, Autopsy, ELK, SIFT, and Plaso.
* Experience conducting analysis using Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) platforms, including CrowdStrike and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE).
* Solid working knowledge of networking concepts, technologies, and tools-such as firewalls, proxies, IDS/IPS, and EDR systems.
* Proven ability to perform event analysis and correlation across diverse data sources.
* Excellent technical writing and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly communicate complex findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
* Strong ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively in team settings.

Preferred technical and professional experience

Demonstrated expertise in using both commercial and open-source forensic tools, including but not limited to:
X-Ways, Axiom, Autopsy, ELK Stack, SIFT, Plaso, and similar platforms for digital investigation and evidence analysis.
* Proven experience conducting threat analysis and investigations using Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solutions such as:
CrowdStrike Falcon and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE).
* Data analysis

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OTHER RELEVANT JOB DETAILS

IBM offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program. Eligible employees may have access to:

- Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & well being

- Financial programs such as 401(k), cash balance pension plan, the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan, financial counseling, life insurance, short & long- term disability coverage, and 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. IBM also offers paid family leave benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law

- Training and educational resources on our personalized, AI-driven learning platform where IBMers can grow skills and obtain industry-recognized certifications to achieve their career goals

- Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups, giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences

We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

This position was posted on the date cited in the key job details section and is anticipated to remain posted for 21 days from this date or less if not needed to fill the role.

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.

The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.