Quantum Security Lead

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 proven and highly skilled Lead Security Engineer specialized in architecting and operating secure hybrid cloud offerings, knowledge of Quantum Computing is a plus. The position is 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 leading a team whose responsibilities include: Risk Management, Threat Modelling, Security Architecture (Cloud and On-Prem), Network Security, Compliance (internal policies and standards), Secure Development Lifecycle Practices, Vulnerability Management, Incident investigation and response, Data Privacy and Protection, Access Management and setting Policies for Quantum team. The role includes hands on contributions to the teams' work in the above areas as well as leading the security team from a technical perspective, dividing work, assigning tasks, and guiding the team to meet milestones and provide impact to the Quantum Offerings.

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 Chief Security Information Officer (CISO) and development groups to integrate security throughout the entire product lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to handle fast-paced, complex work is essential. The candidate must be a self-motivated and driven individual who can work independently as well as in multi-team settings. A minimum of 5+ years of experience in leading software security, network security, ethical hacking, cybersecurity, identity and access management or related roles. CISSP a plus.

Required education

Bachelor's Degree

Preferred education

Bachelor's Degree

Required technical and professional expertise

• Solid experience in core security principles, including network security, application security, identity and access management (IAM), data encryption, vulnerability management, threat modelling, data privacy 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), network practices, and firewall management.
• Cloud Security Expertise, 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, is important. 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.
• 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 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.
• Understanding regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements, such as GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2, FEDRAMP and other industry-specific regulations, is critical. 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 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.

Client-provided location(s): Peekskill, NY

Job ID: IBM-71338

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-11-08T18:45:15