Lead Cybersecurity
Charlotte, North Carolina
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.
About the Company:
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.
What you’ll do:
The Lead Cybersecurity role is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the Service Activation toolset, managing end-user support requests, and leading special projects focused on technical and security initiatives. Core responsibilities include developing automation scripts, managing enterprise messaging and database environments, and administering collaboration and identity platforms. This position ensures secure, efficient operations and drives continuous improvement by proactively identifying and resolving technical challenges. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to uphold service reliability and security standards.
What you’ll need:
Required Skills:
3 to 5 years of hands-on experience with tools such as PowerShell, Exchange, Power BI, Power Automate, SQL Server, SharePoint, Azure, and Entra ID
Advanced proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation and system management
Experience in Exchange management to support enterprise messaging infrastructure
Proficiency with Power BI and Power Automate for reporting and workflow automation
Strong skills in SQL Server management for database administration and optimization
Expertise in SharePoint administration to manage collaboration platforms
Experience with Azure and Entra ID administration for identity and access management
Excellent customer service skills, including clear communication, empathy, and effective problem-solving
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage special projects with a focus on security and operational efficiency
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems (MIS), or a related technical field
Preferred Skills:
Microsoft certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator Associate, Exchange Server, Security+)
Experience with additional scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash)
Familiarity with cloud security best practices and frameworks
Experience managing or supporting multi-factor authentication and single sign-on solutions
Experience working in Agile or DevOps environments
Prior leadership or team management experience
Strong documentation skills for technical processes and procedures
Protect products, services, infrastructure, networks, and applications by implementing robust security measures, monitoring for threats, responding to incidents, and supporting innovation and strategic planning to safeguard data and assets for the company, our customers and vendors.
What you’ll bring:
Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems (MIS), or a related technical field.
5+ years of related experience.
An experienced professional, recognized as an expert, creatively resolving complex issues with broad and in-depth knowledge. Leads significant projects with strategic autonomy, influencing executive decisions. Mentors less experienced staff, implements long-term plans impacting the organization, and frequently collaborates with senior leadership.
TCP Career Step Differentiator: Leads complex cybersecurity work and is a SME in a specific cyber area and impacts multiple applications/systems.
Supervisor:
No
Our Lead Cybersecurity, earns between $128,400-$192,600 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
Tuition reimbursement program
Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 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.
#LI-Onsite – Full-time office role-
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Weekly Hours:
40Time Type:
RegularLocation:
USA:NC:Charlotte / Research Dr - Dat:9139 Research DrSalary Range:
$128,400.00 - $192,600.00It 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-80070 Date posted 09/02/2025
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