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IBM CISO - Cybersecurity Forensic Analyst

IBM

Location

Austin, TX

Type

Full-time

Posted

9/23/2026

Compensation

$120,000 - $224,000 per year

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202697.2% approval+31% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

The IBM Cyber Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT) is seeking a Cybersecurity Forensic Analyst to investigate and respond to cybersecurity incidents across the Americas. This role requires a blend of incident response, digital forensics, and threat analysis expertise. The successful candidate will work closely with various teams to preserve forensic evidence and ensure timely containment and remediation of security events. This position demands strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex findings effectively.

Requirements

  • 3-5 years of experience in Incident Response, SOC, and/or Digital Forensics in a global corporate environment.
  • Associate's Degree or College Diploma is required, while a Bachelor's Degree is preferred.
  • Strong digital forensics expertise across endpoints, systems, and network artifacts.
  • Basic scripting or automation skills, such as Python or PowerShell, are a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct forensic investigations on endpoint, network, and cloud environments.
  • Collect, preserve, and analyze digital evidence in accordance with established standards.
  • Support incident response activities, including triage, containment, eradication, and recovery.
  • Document findings and produce clear, defensible reports for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Collaborate across CSIRT, SOC, Legal, and Compliance teams as needed.

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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