JobsAI Security Researcher
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AI Security Researcher

IBM

Location

Yorktown Heights, NY

Type

Full-time

Posted

9/9/2026

Compensation

$119,000 - $221,000 per year

Master's Entry-Level
H-1B FY202697.2% approval+31% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

The AI Security Researcher role at IBM Research focuses on advancing fundamental science and developing innovative solutions to address real-world security challenges. The team is composed of research scientists and engineers who collaborate to push the boundaries of high-performance computing, AI, and security. Candidates will have the opportunity to publish in top-tier journals and conferences while implementing their own ideas. This position emphasizes a strong development background and a desire to improve security operations and systems.

Requirements

  • Master's degree in a relevant field is required.
  • Strong development experience with Python, Rust, TypeScript, or similar languages is essential.
  • Exposure to cybersecurity analysis and vulnerability assessment is necessary.
  • Ability to collaborate with teams to integrate research results into product development is required.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct risk and threat analysis to identify potential cybersecurity threats.
  • Apply automated techniques to discover, analyze, triage, and remediate vulnerabilities in software and systems.
  • Research novel techniques to secure agents and future systems against emerging threats.
  • Collaborate with teams to implement research findings into product development, ensuring cutting-edge security features.

Benefits

  • IBM offers competitive compensation, healthcare coverage, retirement programs, paid parental leave, tuition assistance, wellness programs, flexible work options, and extensive learning and certification resources.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Ibm Corporation

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

656

FY2026

Approval rate

97.2%

FY2026

LCA certified

391

FY2026

Entry-level share

0.0%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+31%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-85%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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