[2026 IBM Consulting Associates] Security Specialist

**Introduction** A career in IBM Consulting is built on long-term client relationships and close collaboration worldwide. You’ll work with leading companies across industries, helping them shape their hybrid cloud and AI journeys. With support from our strategic partners, robust IBM technology, and Red Hat, you’ll have the tools to drive meaningful change and accelerate client impact. At IBM Consulting, curiosity fuels success. You’ll be encouraged to challenge the norm, explore new ideas, and create innovative solutions that deliver real results. Our culture of growth and empathy focuses on your long-term career development while valuing your unique skills and experiences. **Your role and responsibilities** In this role you will join IBM Consulting via our world class Associate Program for university hires. As an Associate at IBM Consulting you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients worldwide. Our clients' technical and business needs are constantly evolving. We're hiring inspired, talented individuals, who believe no problem is too big to solve. We focus on your professional development through ongoing learning, mentorship, development of technical skills, and continuous personal growth, all grounded in a culture of coaching and career advancement. If you see yourself as someone who never stops learning and who wants to unleash your potential, the IBM Consulting Associates Program is for you. As an Associate cybersecurity Specialist in IBM’s Security Operations Center (SOC), you will play a meaningful role at the frontline of client engagement, helping enterprise customers effectively manage cyber risks. You will contribute to meeting their business needs through innovative ideas and the application of cutting-edge technologies. • Improve existing services and systems within IBM client SOC operations projects • Deliver tailored IT/OT security services based on client requirements • Collaborate with security solution vendors to implement and operate system solutions **Required technical and professional expertise** • Majors in Information Security, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Software/Mobile-related fields, or individuals who have completed security/development-related training or hold relevant certifications • Basic knowledge of log and traffic analysis, security monitoring systems (ESM), web firewalls, and penetration testing • Language proficiency: Native in Korean, Business level in English • 공인 영어 시험 성적 보유자 (점수 제한 없음, 이력서 내 기재 필수) **Preferred technical and professional experience** • Demonstrated motivation through academic, project, or extracurricular achievements • Curiosity for tackling complex problems and exploring new ideas • Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and 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, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.