The RoleAs a Cybersecurity Infrastructure Specialist, you will help maintain, secure, and optimize the infrastructure that supports cybersecurity operations. Working across networks, servers, operating systems, and security platforms, you will ensure that critical systems remain secure, available, and resilient. You will collaborate with cybersecurity, infrastructure, and operations teams to implement security architectures, support network management activities, and strengthen defenses against evolving cyber threats.
What You Will Do- Monitor, manage, and support secure network and infrastructure environments.
- Implement, configure, and maintain cybersecurity technologies, including firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS), endpoint security solutions, and SIEM platforms.
- Assist with network management activities including routing, switching, VPN connectivity, load balancing, and network availability monitoring.
- Troubleshoot network, infrastructure, and security configuration issues to maintain operational stability and performance.
- Support the design and implementation of security architectures, network segmentation, and Zero Trust frameworks.
- Monitor network performance, identify risks, and recommend improvements to security and infrastructure operations.
- Assist with security compliance efforts by implementing controls aligned to organizational requirements and industry standards.
- Gather diagnostic information, perform root-cause analysis, and escalate complex technical issues when appropriate.
- Document infrastructure configurations, troubleshooting procedures, security controls, and operational best practices.
- Collaborate with cybersecurity, architecture, engineering, and operations teams to deliver secure and resilient infrastructure solutions.
Who You AreWho You AreYou're good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important - you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused - someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you're open and borderless - naturally inclusive in how you work with others.
Required Skills - Working knowledge of network infrastructure, including routing, switching, VPNs, and network performance management.
- Foundational experience with security technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint security platforms, and SIEM solutions.
- Understanding of operating systems such as Windows and Linux and their security mechanisms.
- Knowledge of network addressing, protocols, traffic flow, and secure connectivity concepts.
- Ability to monitor and troubleshoot network, infrastructure, and security-related issues.
- Familiarity with security standards, compliance requirements, and industry frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, or similar standards.
- Understanding of network security risks, vulnerabilities, and security best practices.
- Ability to support the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of infrastructure and security solutions.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to document configurations, operational procedures, incidents, and technical recommendations.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills when working with technical and business stakeholders.
Preferred Skills - Experience designing or supporting security architectures, network segmentation, or Zero Trust implementations.
- Experience with enterprise network, server, cloud, or infrastructure security controls.
- Familiarity with workload, server, and network architectures in complex enterprise environments.
- Experience supporting highly available, large-scale, or managed infrastructure environments.
- Knowledge of automation, infrastructure monitoring, or network management tools.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Relevant industry certifications in networking, infrastructure, or cybersecurity.
The base compensation range for the position in the U.S. is $63,360, to, $114,120 based on a full-time schedule reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Kyndryl, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting.
Your actual compensation may vary depending on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction, including, but not limited to, geography, relevant job-related skills, education and experience, certification and licenses, internal pay equity, and market and business consideration. The pay or salary range will not be below any applicable state, city or local minimum wage requirement.
There is a different applicable compensation range for the following work locations:
California (San Francisco Bay Area): $76,080, to, $137,040,
California (All Other): $69,720, to, $125,640
Colorado: $63,360, to, $114,120
Massachusetts/ Virginia: $63,360, to, $125,640
New York City: $76,080, to, $137,040
Washington: $69,720, to, $125,640
Washington DC: $69,720, to, $125,640
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.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
