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Cybersecurity Network Security Engineer

Dallas, Texas

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Job Description:

As a Cybersecurity Network Security Engineer, you will design and certify an intent based network to embed security into AT&T’s ADI, ASEoD, Fiber and Mobility services, by leveraging our programmable network. The role will also implement security controls, policies and standards for core network that cover:  Routing security, network compartmentalization etc., to reduce cyber risks and increase security controls to the core telecom network.  This is a cyber first position and the candidate should have cyber security experience, education and/or certifications. ​Seasoned Cyber security professional with hands-on experience with network security including Incident management, cyber investigations, vulnerability remediation, Red team exercises, network segmentation and AAA.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Ideation, testing, proof of concept and support for various cyber related projects facing AT&T's core telecom network

  • Analysis, of complex security issues and the development and engineering activities to help mitigate risk

  • Analyzes various hardware and/or software solutions for the core telecom network recommending purchases and identifying modifications to fit AT&Ts cybersecurity needs and that of our operations teams

  • Develops policies and procedures to minimize network intrusion, malware events and vulnerability issues for internal and external customers

  • Applies measures to identify and block malicious code and applications

  • Includes forward looking research, planning and strategy to strengthen our stance against future cyber security threats and enhance our mitigation techniques and technology solutions.

Qualifications:

  • Preferred Bachelors degree in Information Systems, Engineering, Mathematics or Cyber Security or equivalent experience.

  • Requires  8-10 years experience of related experience.

  • Juniper router, Cisco routers, Palo Alto Firewall, SRX Firewall, Cyber risk, Network Security, Access control lists, BGP route controls and router protection techniques.

  • Security assessment experience with ability to thrive on US and MOW telecom wirelines/wireless network security concepts

  • Experience researching network vulnerabilities and proactively identifying security flaws on various network equipment

  • Experiences in penetration testing or Red Team exercises preferred

  • 5G Network Core experience preferred

  • Requires Daily Office Presence (3-5 days a week) at one of the listed locations. No relocation assistance is provided

Our Principal Cybersecurity earns between $141,300-$237,400 annually, 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

AT&T is leading the way to the future – for customers, businesses and the industry. We're developing new technologies to make it easier for our customers to stay connected to their world. Together, we’ve built a premier integrated communications and entertainment company and an amazing place to work and grow. Team up with industry innovators every time you walk into work, creating the world you always imagined. Ready to #transformdigital with us? Apply now!

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Middletown, New Jersey

Salary Range:

$141,300.00 - $237,400.00

It 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.

Job ID R-41441-5 Date posted 11/25/2024
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