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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