Consulting Cybersecurity Analyst Apprentice Multiple Cities

As an apprentice, you’ll join a local cohort of other apprentices. In the first few weeks, you’ll learn about IBM and the skills you will acquire throughout the apprenticeship. After that, you’ll work with managers and mentors to advance through your personal skills roadmap, learning and demonstrating new knowledge and competencies through hands‑on application with your project teams. Responsibilities and Duties As a Cyber Security Apprentice at IBM, you’ll work in a Security Operations Center where you will apply technical knowledge using the latest tools and technologies to support and prevent cyber threats for our clients. Monitor and audit client systems to ensure protection of systems, information resources, and data. Track and analyze networks/systems for potential security violations or anomalies and respond to incidents. 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 test security products and systems to detect 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. What is an Apprenticeship? IBM Apprenticeship Program is an official registered apprenticeship recognized by the Department of Labor (DOL). Every graduate receives a nationally‑recognized credential from the DOL. During the apprenticeship you must complete specific learning hours and on‑the‑job training outlined to develop the skills and competencies essential to the role. Most apprentices complete their learning within 12 months. Upon graduation and receipt of the certificate, you become eligible to apply for full‑time roles at IBM. Who You Are We are seeking candidates who: Drive and eagerness to learn ; Work independently, efficiently, and organized ; Work collaboratively as part of a team . Experience in any of the following is desirable: general networking or infrastructure fundamentals, cyber security fundamentals, Perl, PHP, Python, or other scripting languages. Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance is required. Education Required: High School Diploma or GED Preferred: Associate's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field Technical and Professional Expertise Willingness to complete the requirements of the apprenticeship program Knowledge or experience with general networking and infrastructure fundamentals Experience with Perl, PHP, Python, or other scripting languages Cyber security fundamentals Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance Benefits and Compensation IBM offers a competitive benefits program which may include medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, mental health & well‑being, 8 paid holidays, minimum 56 hours paid sick time, 80 hours paid vacation, life insurance, 401(k), financial counseling, and the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan. IBM offers paid family medical leave and disability benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law. This position was posted on the date cited in the key job details section and is anticipated to remain posted for 15 days from this date or less if not needed to fill the role. Visa and Sponsorship IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, you must be able to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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 identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. #J-18808-Ljbffr