Director Cybersecurity - Wireline Network Security
Bothell, Washington
Job Description:
This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered.
Join AT&T and reimagine the communications and technologies that connect the world. Our Chief Security Office ensures that our assets are safeguarded through truthful transparency, enforce accountability and master cybersecurity to stay ahead of threats. Bring your bold ideas and fearless risk-taking to redefine connectivity and transform how the world shares stories and experiences that matter. When you step into a career with AT&T, you won’t just imagine the future-you’ll create it.
We are looking for a Director of Network Security with advanced Cyber security knowledge and experience managing large scale networks for: perimeter security, network isolation (Firewalls/ACLs), NOC security, appliance hardening, routing security, PEN testing, vulnerability management of carrier grade routers and mobility network functions.
The selected candidate should be a cyber first, network second leader with 12+ years of progressive experience. The candidate needs to have experience managing outcomes from red teaming, penetration tests and will use this knowledge to enhance security of network hardware, software, process, and services. The ideal candidate will have progressive experience in network security including security design, incident management, cyber investigations, vulnerability remediation, red team exercises, network segmentation and AAA. The role will implement security controls, policies and standards for AT&T’s network that cover: Routing security, network segmentation, crypto standards, etc., to reduce cyber risks and enhance security controls to the telecom and enterprise network. This is a cybersecurity position, and the candidate should have cyber security experience, education and/or certifications. The role will need to work closely with Network Labs design and operations teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Network security architecture – build and enhance secure designs around network features Lawful intercept, Packet visibility, TACACS (AAA)
- NIST Cyber pillars – perform security assessments. Work on architecture standards with labs and standards bodies.
- Expertise in Appliance hardening, Network element hardening and supply chain security.
- Proficient in Cybersecurity policy and standards.
- Measure risks and introduce robust controls for telecom wireline/wireless networks.
- Performs research on network vulnerabilities using PEN testing, adversarial exercises to pro-actively determine security flaws (PSIRTs) on various network equipment from vendors such as: Nokia, Ericsson, Cisco and Juniper.
- Works with Incident response org to help triage threat actor activities on network devices by evaluating logs syslogs, forensics, TACACS logs, packet meta-data analysis etc.
- Drives a comprehensive program to harden AT&T’s OAM and NOC networks from a security perspective, implementing and measuring efficacy of various security controls.
Primary / Mandatory Skills:
- Familiarity with large scale packet networks, and advanced router functions.
- Knowledge of network security principles including control plane, data plane and element security. Familiarity with IP standards and protocols.
- Experience with oversight of technical discussions/negotiations with vendors.
- Experience working with development teams and providing guidance for lab proof of concept work and testing teams.
- High level knowledge of Linux.
- Network elements such as: Juniper router, Cisco routers, Palo Alto Firewall, SRX Firewall, Network Security, Access control lists, BGP route controls and router protection techniques.
Secondary / Desired Skills:
- Familiarity with international networking regulation, license arrangements and unique arrangements.
- Managing deliverables tied to Network and test automation.
Education/Experience:
Master's degree (MS/MA) desired in Computer Science or Cybersecurity. 10+ years of related experience.
Supervisor:
Yes
Our Director-Cybersecurity earns between $171,000-$256,400 USD Annual, not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.
Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:
- Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
- 401(k) plan
- Longterm Grants and Deferred Compensation
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 28 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Caregiver Leave
- Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
- Adoption Reimbursement
- Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Extensive employee wellness programs
- Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories,
- AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone.
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Weekly Hours:
40Time Type:
RegularLocation:
USA:NC:Charlotte / Research Dr - Dat:9139 Research DrSalary Range:
$171,000.00 - $287,200.00It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.
Job ID R-89421-4 Date posted 11/07/2025
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