CYBERSECURITY ENGINEER

Introduction

Curious about the next frontier in cybersecurity where quantum computing meets data protection? Want to understand how IBM is pioneering the transition to quantum-resistant security? You don't need a PhD in mathematics, just a passion for cybersecurity and willingness to explore new technologies! Familiarity with cryptographic concepts and network security will help you quickly master post-quantum standards like ML-KEM or ML-DSA, but you can start contributing from day one while learning on the job!

You will gain expertise in IBM's quantum-resistant security solutions. You will explore the fundamentals of quantum threats and quantum-safe cryptography within selected industry sectors, and you will implement basic post-quantum algorithms to solve real-world security challenges.

We are offering you

• Potential job offer
• Mentoring from IBM employee
• Opportunity to get hands-on experience with quantum-safe technologies
• First step to start career in Cybersecurity consulting
• Work in multicultural and multilanguage team
• Inclusive and open-minded team where initiative is appreciated, and feedback is considered

Your role and responsibilities

• Research quantum computing threats to current cryptographic systems and support senior consultants in
• industry-specific assessments
• Learn fundamentals of post-quantum cryptography and assist in evaluating quantum-resistant security tools
• under supervision
• Support development of quantum security pilots and contribute to testing quantum-safe implementations in
• controlled environments
• Support senior team members in cryptographic assessment projects

Required education

High School Diploma/GED

Required technical and professional expertise

• Ambition to learn new things (even challenging ones like post-quantum security ind impacts)
• Symmetric vs Asymmetric encryption understanding (AES, RSA, ECC)
• Identity and access management (IAM) principles
• Understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals (CIA triad, risk management)
• Understanding encryption at rest vs in transit implementation
• Basic Python knowledge (C/C++ or Containers or Linux advance is plus for you)
• Active studies in Cyber security, Software Engineering, or any other IT-related field
• Readiness to participate in integration projects with state-of-the-art IBM technologies

ABOUT BUSINESS UNIT

IBM has a global presence, operating in more than 175 countries with a broad-based geographic distribution of revenue. The company's Global Markets organization is a strategic sales business unit that manages IBM's global footprint, working closely with dedicated country-based operating units to serve clients locally. These country teams have client relationship managers who lead integrated teams of consultants, solution specialists and delivery professionals to enable clients' growth and innovation. By complementing local expertise with global experience and digital capabilities, IBM builds deep and broad-based client relationships. This local management focus fosters speed in supporting clients, addressing new markets and making investments in emerging opportunities. Additionally, the Global Markets organization serves clients with expertise in their industry as well as through the products and services that IBM and partners supply. IBM is also expanding its reach to new and existing clients through digital marketplaces.

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

For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.

Client-provided location(s): Prague, Czech Republic

Job ID: IBM-61943

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-09-27T18:46:16