Principal Cybersecurity - Telecom Network Security Architect

AT&T

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Work type
On-site
Location
Charlotte, NC · Atlanta, GA · Dallas, TX · Middletown, NJ
Salary
$155,400–$233,200 / yr
Posted
1 day ago

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $168k
This role $194k
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This role pays more than 76% of similar roles. Most pay $142,400–$194,300 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $194k versus about $168k for comparable roles.

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About AT&T

AT&T is a US-based telecommunications company providing wireless, broadband, and fiber internet service along with phone and connectivity products for consumers and businesses.

AT&T currently has 53 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $141,300–$215,800 across 51 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Principal Cybersecurity - Telecom Network Security Architect

As a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer at a leading telecom company, you will lead the development and implementation of advanced cybersecurity solutions to protect core network infrastructure. This strategic role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and vendors to design and standardize security features across multi-vendor environments, integrating AI and machine learning for enhanced threat detection and automated remediation. You will leverage expertise in Telecom Service Provider grade switches and routers (Cisco, Juniper, Arista), server administration skills, and automation tools like EEM and Ansible to maintain robust security controls. Additionally, you will mentor security teams, conduct adversary simulations, and communicate technical findings to executive leadership, ensuring continuous improvement of cybersecurity measures using AI-driven analytics.

What you'll do

  • Design and implement advanced security controls for core telecom networks.
  • Integrate AI and machine learning to enhance detection of security anomalies.
  • Lead the development and enforcement of network security policies.
  • Conduct adversary simulation exercises to validate infrastructure security.
  • Mentor security teams in offensive and defensive cybersecurity practices.
  • Optimize AI-powered solutions for monitoring and mitigating multi-vendor risks.

What we're looking for

  • Deep expertise in telecom network security and AI-driven techniques.
  • Hands-on experience with Telecom Service Provider grade switches and routers.
  • Strong server administration skills (Linux/Windows) including patching and monitoring.
  • Develop automation scripts using EEM, Ansible, and other orchestration tools.
  • Implement advanced BGP security measures such as RPKI to prevent hijacking.
  • Conduct adversary simulation exercises and penetration testing for validation.
  • Communicate technical findings and strategic recommendations to stakeholders.

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