Principal Cybersecurity - Inventory Process Engineer

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.

The Principal Cybersecurity Inventory Process Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing processes related to Attack Surface Management tools and inventory hydration. This role requires a deep understanding of security practices, attack surface management, and the ability to develop and maintain accurate inventories. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in process engineering, security best practices, and a proactive approach to enhancing security awareness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement processes for effective use of Attack Surface Management tools.
• Develop and maintain accurate security inventories through inventory hydration techniques.
• Determine appropriate response to devices active but not in an inventory, i.e. Shutdown, Shutdown and Contain.
• Collaborate with security teams to ensure comprehensive attack surface management and inventory accuracy.
• Optimize processes to enhance security awareness and reduce vulnerabilities.
• Monitor and analyze data from Attack Surface Management tools to identify and address security risks.
• Provide expert guidance on process engineering and inventory hydration to internal and external stakeholders.
• Stay current with the latest trends, threats, and technologies in attack surface management and inventory hydration.
• Conduct training and awareness programs on process engineering and inventory hydration for security teams.
• Prepare and present detailed reports on process effectiveness and security inventory status.
• Develop and document key performance indices for trending and periodic reporting.
• Work with AI technologies, including training Large Language Models (LLM) and utilizing Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG).
• Develop and integrate Agentic AI solutions to automate, optimize, and enhance cybersecurity inventory processes, e.a. device owner attribution.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. A master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in process engineering.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a strong focus on Attack Surface Management.
• Experience working with AI for use in Cybersecurity
• Strong knowledge of Attack Surface Management tools, such as:
  • Xpanse
  • Censys
  • Armis
  • Tenable
• Proven experience in developing and optimizing processes for security awareness and inventory management.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• PMP and/or Six Sigma Certification.

Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) desired in Computer Science or Cybersecurity. 7+ years of related experience. Certification is required in some areas.

Supervisor:

No

Our Principal Cybersecurity earns between $155,400-$233,200 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-

Ready to join our team? Apply today.

Weekly Hours:
40

Time Type:
Regular

Location:
USA:NC:Charlotte / Ibm Dr - Adm:8505 Ibm Dr

Salary Range:
$155,400.00 - $233,200.00

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. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.