Cyber Security Specialist

Responsibilities

• Improve security standards, procedures, and controls across the organization
• Strengthen data and network security in various environments and contribute to product improvements
• Identify threats in IT and OT environments and drive end-to-end mitigation plans
• Conduct regular vulnerability and technical security assessments across infrastructure, services, and software
• Assist in triage security incidents and support incident response to reduce impact
• Support threat detection and hunting activities, including SOC monitoring and EDR operations
• Help tune security tooling and workflows, including identity and access management (IAM) practices
• Partner with cross-functional teams and vendors to design and implement secure systems

Requirements

• Degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, IT, Systems Engineering, or a related field
• At least 3 years of experience in cyber security or information security roles
• Hands-on experience with vulnerability assessment and management
• Experience with incident response, including triage, containment, and root cause analysis
• Strong understanding of network security fundamentals and threat management
• Experience with IAM concepts and access controls
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and communicate clearly during incidents

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with security monitoring and incident response tooling
• Experience with cloud security and identity and access management
• Scripting skills such as Python or Bash
• Relevant security certifications
• Knowledge of AI guardrails and the offensive/defensive use of AI

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a passionate and diverse team on a mission-critical mission
• Unique chance to make a real impact on the future of quantum computing
• Growth and progress within a creative and open start-up environment

About the Company

IQM is a global leader in designing, building, and selling superconducting quantum computers. We provide both on-premises full-stack quantum computers and a cloud platform to access them anywhere in the world. Our mission is to build world-leading quantum computers for the well-being of humankind, tackling computational challenges beyond the limits of classical machines.