Principal Cybersecurity - Telecom Network Security Architect

AT&T

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

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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.

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TL;DR · Principal Cybersecurity - Telecom Network Security Architect

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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. Working closely with cross-functional teams, vendors, and executive stakeholders, your responsibilities include designing security features for multi-vendor environments, integrating AI and machine learning techniques for anomaly detection, and automating testing workflows. You will leverage expertise in telecom-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 stakeholders, ensuring continuous improvement of cybersecurity strategies using AI-driven analytics. Ideal candidates have at least 8 years of experience in telecom network security and a deep understanding of AI/ML frameworks like TensorFlow and PyTorch.

Skills

Python TensorFlow PyTorch Scikit-learn Cisco Routers Juniper Arista Power BI Ansible EEM BGP RPKI Linux Windows Control Plane Policing DDoS MPLS ACLs AI Machine Learning Adversary Simulation Penetration Testing Network Segmentation Telecom Security Vulnerability Management Security Operations Incident Response

What you'll do

  • Design and implement security controls for core telecom networks.
  • Integrate AI and machine learning to enhance anomaly detection and remediation.
  • Develop automation scripts using EEM, Ansible, and other tools.
  • Build Power BI dashboards to monitor network health and security metrics.
  • Lead vulnerability management and penetration testing exercises.
  • Research adversarial tactics and techniques targeting critical networking technologies.

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.
  • Design and implement advanced BGP security measures such as RPKI.
  • Conduct adversary simulation exercises and penetration testing for validation.
  • Communicate technical findings to stakeholders with clear business impact.

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