Description

Introduction

IBM Quantum is an industry-first initiative to build universal quantum computers for business, engineering, and science. This effort includes advancing the entire quantum computing technology stack and exploring applications to make quantum broadly usable and accessible. With a worldwide network of Fortune 500 companies, academic institutions, researchers, educators, and enthusiasts, we are committed to driving innovation for our clients in the IBM Quantum Network and the Qiskit Community.

Your role and responsibilities

IBM is seeking a skilled Security Engineer specialized in Quantum Computing Software in the US, reporting to T. J. Watson Research Center in Yorktown Heights, NY. This role will focus on ensuring the security, compliance, and integrity of an organization's software applications, infrastructure, and data, with a particular emphasis on high-tech and sensitive environments like quantum computing. The candidate will be responsible for identifying and addressing security vulnerabilities, implementing security measures, and ensuring that the product adheres to internal security policies, regulatory standards, and best practices.

This position is critical in safeguarding the organization's assets against potential cyber threats by proactively assessing risks, applying security frameworks, and working closely with teams such as IBM's CISO and development groups to integrate security throughout the entire product lifecycle.

Good communication skills and the ability to handle fast-paced, complex work are essential. A self-motivated and driven individual who can work independently as well as in multi-team settings.

5+ years of experience in systems engineering, software security, or related roles.

Required education

Bachelor's Degree

Preferred education

Bachelor's Degree

Required technical and professional expertise

Degree in Computer Science or equivalent, or equivalent work experience.

Solid experience in core security principles, including network security, application security, identity and access management (IAM), data encryption, vulnerability management, and security incident response.

Hands-on experience with security tools for security monitoring, logging, and response, including experience with penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and firewall management.

Cloud security expertise, including cloud storage, network configurations, containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud-based identity management systems.

Experience working in DevSecOps or secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) environments, where security practices are integrated into every stage of development. This includes conducting code reviews, security testing, and working with development teams to fix vulnerabilities early in the development process.

Experience in leading or contributing to incident response efforts, including identifying and mitigating security breaches, conducting post-incident forensic analysis, and developing strategies to prevent similar incidents in the future.

Deep understanding of networking concepts and security best practices, including TCP/IP stack, DNS, HTTP/S, VPNs, and network segmentation strategies.

Hands-on experience designing and managing secure network architectures, including the configuration and management of firewalls, load balancers, proxies, and intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS).

Experience with network traffic analysis and monitoring tools (e.g., Wireshark, NetFlow, or equivalent) to detect anomalous behavior and potential threats.

Collaboration and communication skills: the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including product development, operations, and the CISO team, is essential. Strong communication skills are required to articulate security risks, vulnerabilities, and solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred technical and professional experience

Experience or familiarity with the security needs of quantum computing environments, especially given the sensitivity and complexity of quantum software and infrastructure. Understanding of how quantum computing interacts with existing security systems, how data is handled, and how quantum-specific encryption methods apply.

Expertise in using security tools, particularly IBM QRadar for security information and event management (SIEM).

Experience securing cloud infrastructures, particularly on IBM Cloud.

Familiarity with software-defined networking (SDN) and network function virtualization (NFV) technologies, and their security implications in hybrid and cloud environments.

Understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements, such as GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2, and other industry-specific regulations. The Security Engineer should be able to navigate compliance audits and ensure that the product meets all legal and regulatory standards.

ABOUT BUSINESS UNIT

IBM Research is the organic growth engine of IBM and an innovation engine for our customers and partners. As part of this mission, IBM Research anticipates and examines 'What's Next in Computing' to ultimately create and integrate the technologies the world relies upon to solve big challenges and unlock new opportunities. We create and pioneer new markets for IBM, our partners and customers as exemplified in our ongoing quest to reach practical and large-scale quantum computing. Across IBM Research, we realize the power and potential to accelerate discovery with our partners and clients by combining the power of high performance computing, AI, and Quantum, all integrated through the hybrid cloud.

YOUR LIFE @ IBM

In a world where technology never stands still, we understand that, dedication to our clients success, innovation that matters, and trust and personal responsibility in all our relationships, lives in what we do as IBMers as we strive to be the catalyst that makes the world work better.

Being an IBMer means you'll be able to learn and develop yourself and your career, you'll be encouraged to be courageous and experiment everyday, all whilst having continuous trust and support in an environment where everyone can thrive whatever their personal or professional background.

Our IBMers are growth minded, always staying curious, open to feedback and learning new information and skills to constantly transform themselves and our company. They are trusted to provide on-going feedback to help other IBMers grow, as well as collaborate with colleagues keeping in mind a team focused approach to include different perspectives to drive exceptional outcomes for our customers. The courage our IBMers have to make critical decisions everyday is essential to IBM becoming the catalyst for progress, always embracing challenges with resources they have to hand, a can-do attitude and always striving for an outcome focused approach within everything that they do.

Are you ready to be an IBMer?

ABOUT IBM

IBM's greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.

Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we're also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 500 companies relying on the IBM Cloud to run their business.

At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it's time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.

IBM is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, or other characteristics protected by the applicable law. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

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.

Job Title

Security Engineer

Date posted

15-Apr-2026

Job ID

107949

City / Township / Village

Yorktown Heights

State / Province

New York

Country

United States

Work arrangement

Hybrid

Area of work

Infrastructure & Technology

Employment type

Regular

Contract type

Regular

Projected Minimum Salary per year

131,000.00

Projected Maximum Salary per year

245,000.00

Position type

Professional

Travel required

Some travel may be required based on business demand

Company

(0147) International Business Machines Corporation

Shift

General (daytime)

Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?

No



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