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 this Position:
At AT&T, we believe secure, cloud-first technology with Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) integration unlocks the future of connectivity. As an Associate Director in our Chief Security Office (CSO) organization, you’ll be at the forefront of protecting millions of customers and critical infrastructure. Join us to shape the future of security—where your expertise, vision, and leadership will set new standards for quality, resilience, and innovation.

We’re searching for a passionate, strategic leader toown and elevate the Data Acquisition and Flood Organizations; AT&T’s wireline and mobility NetFlow data security platforms. This is your opportunity to architect the vision, inspire a team of experts, and ensure that every release delivers world-class security, reliability, and user experience.

What You’ll Do:

• Define the Vision:
  Develop and champion a holistic, end-to-end strategy for NetFlow security monitoring, ensuring every feature is secure, robust, and intuitive from day one.

• Lead with Impact:
  Inspire, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of engineersempowering them to push boundaries, solve big problems, and deliver exceptional results.

• Drive Automation and Innovation:
  Build and scale automated testing pipelines, leveraging the latest tools and technologies to maximize speed, coverage, and confidence in every release.

• Champion Security and Quality:
  Integrate cutting-edge security,threat monitoring, and incident response into wireline and mobility data flows, protecting our platform and customers against emerging risks.

• Collaborate Across AT&T:
  Partner with the SOC, product, and security teams to embed quality and security at every stage of development and communicate insights to business and technical leaders.

• Make a Measurable Difference:
  Use data-driven approaches to continuously improve processes, tools, and team performance—translating feedback and lessons learned into lasting platform excellence.

• Elevate the User Experience:
  Balance rigorous security and with human-centered design, ensuring our solutions are as usable as they are safe.

Who You Are:

• A proven leader with a track record of designing and executing large-scale automations, AI, and machine learning solutions driving down cyber risks.

• Deeply knowledgeable about Flow Data security principles, best practices, and the evolving threat landscape.

• A builder and mentor, passionate about developing people and teams.

• Highly skilled in Agile Scrum, modern automation frameworks, CI/CD, and security tools.

• A collaborative communicator, comfortable working across disciplines and presenting to executives.

• An innovative problem solver who thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments.

Desirable skills:

• Bachelors degree or working experience in computer science, engineering, cybersecurity, or a related field.

• Experience leading teams through organizational and technological change.

• Experience with the Agile Scrum methodology with a product centric delivery strategy.

• Creative, adaptable, and driven to turn vision into action—even amidst ambiguity.

• Familiarity with applying Artificial Intelligence (AI)or Machine Learning (ML)techniques in cybersecurity contexts (e.g., anomaly detection, threat hunting, behavioral analytics, or risk scoring).

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree desired in Computer Science or Cybersecurity or 5+ years of related experience.

Supervisor:

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Our Assoc 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

• 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.

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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

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