IBM · 2 weeks ago
Associate Security Consultant 2026
Houston, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry LevelIBM is a global technology and consulting company that is seeking an Associate Security Consultant as part of their Associates Program for university hires. In this role, you will collaborate with clients to analyze business and technical requirements, providing holistic security solutions and enhancing their security posture.
Business DevelopmentBusiness Information SystemsCRMData ManagementFoundational AISoftware
Responsibilities
Work as a team member with client personnel and other IBM teams to identify functional requirements and subsequently working with or in some instances leading others in the identification, justification, and design of the client's solution
Participate in a wide range of design activities, from requirements analysis through systems, application and/or process design specification and implementation
Gain knowledge across multiple platforms, processes, or architectures
Qualification
Required
Outcome focused, possessing a high level of resilience, you demonstrate the flexibility and resolve needed to achieve success across a broad range of consultative contexts
Familiarity with network design, network security, authentication, authorization techniques, and encryption protocols and standards
Experience in one or more of the following security domains: Threat Management including Security Intelligence & Operations Consulting, Data and Application Security, Identity & Access Management, Cloud and Infrastructure Security, and/or Strategy and Risk
Knowledge in Network Design and Security, Web or Custom Application Development, Mobile Development, Software Engineering, Identity and Authentication Technology
Exposure to software tools such as Java, Python, C/C++, Java, Ruby, GO, Golang or bash, C#; Sharepoint; Software code Testing and TestAutomation is helpful
Familiarity with network security tools for vulnerability scanning, network monitoring, network sniffing, routers, firewalls, intrusion detection and protection, anomaly detection and encryption standards
Willingness to travel up to 100%
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree
Company
IBM
IBM is an IT technology and consulting firm providing computer hardware, software, infrastructure, and hosting services.
Founded in 1911
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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unknown2011-01-14IPO
Leadership Team
Alain Bénichou
Chief Executive Officer, IBM Greater China Group
Alex Yang
CTO and Chief Architect
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