Early Career Consult Program – Cybersecurity Defense Associate

At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world’s leading businesses.  We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people—Kyndryls—that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.

• →Foundational experience in cybersecurity, security operations, incident response, or a related security role. 

• →Knowledge of network, endpoint, cloud, and infrastructure security principles. 

• →Understanding of security monitoring, threat detection, and security event analysis. 

• →Foundational incident response and incident management skills. 

• →Understanding of vulnerability management and remediation processes. 

• →Familiarity with threat hunting concepts, methodologies, and common attacker techniques. 

• →Experience or working knowledge of EDR, NDR, SIEM, or related security technologies. 

• →Understanding of cyber threat intelligence, security investigations, and digital forensics fundamentals. 

• →Ability to troubleshoot security vulnerabilities, system security issues, and operational security events. 

• →Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills. 

• →Ability to communicate security findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. 

• →Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams. 

• Experience in a managed security services, SOC, or cybersecurity operations environment. 

• Experience with cloud security, Zero Trust architectures, cyber resiliency, DevSecOps, IoT security, or AI-related security technologies. 

• Experience conducting threat hunting and advanced security investigations. 

• Knowledge of current cyber threat landscapes, attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs). 

• Experience with User and Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA) or advanced security analytics. 

• Experience supporting enterprise incident response and recovery activities. 

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. 

• Industry certifications such as ECTHP (Certified Threat Hunting Professional), ECMAP (Malware Analysis Professional), Security+, CySA+, or other cybersecurity certifications. 

The compensation for this position is $77,000 based on a full-time schedule. The pay or salary range is not below any applicable state, city or local minimum wage requirement.

This position will be eligible for Kyndryl’s discretionary annual bonus program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Kyndryl’s applicable plans. You may also receive a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical and dental coverage, disability, retirement benefits, paid leave, and paid time off.  Note: If this is a sales commission eligible role, you will be eligible to participate in a sales commission plan in lieu of the annual discretionary bonus program. 

The “Kyn” in Kyndryl means kinship, which represents the strong bonds we have with each other, our customers and our communities. We focus on ensuring all Kyndryls feel included and we welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We believe in growth, and we’re excited to see what you can bring. At Kyndryl, employee feedback has told us that our number one driver of employee engagement is belonging. That sense of belonging — being a valued, respected, trusted member of the team — is fundamental to our culture and fueling great experiences for our customers. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you the ability to thrive and contribute to our culture of empathy and shared success. That’s The Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

Your career with us isn’t just a job—it’s an adventure with purpose.  We offer a dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture that supports your well-being and empowers you to grow. Our Be Well programs are thoughtfully designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social health—because we know that when you feel your best, you do your best.

From your very first day, you’ll dive into impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on every day. You won’t just contribute—you’ll make a difference, tackling meaningful projects that sharpen your skills and fuel your growth.

We’re here to champion your journey. With powerful tools to chart your career path, personalized development goals aligned with your ambitions, and continuous feedback to keep you inspired and on track, you’ll have everything you need to thrive and evolve. You’ll develop in-demand skills to grow your career and achieve your ambitions with access to cutting-edge learning opportunities—from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands-on experiences. And through it all, you’ll be part of a culture that values empathy, restless learning, and a devotion to shared success.

We want you to thrive here—and we’re committed to helping you do just that. Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape what’s next.

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