AT&T is hiring: Principal Cybersecurity - Network Threat Analyst in Charlotte

Overview

Principal Cybersecurity - Network Threat Analyst position at AT&T. The Network Threat Analyst investigates and researches cyber threats using network analysis tools and techniques, derives actionable threat intelligence, and provides analytical support to the Chief Security Office Cyber Operations organization.

Responsibilities

• Perform deep technical analysis of suspicious network activity using internal network collection platforms, including flow analysis, packet analysis, review of metadata and intelligence sources.
• Use proprietary and open-source intelligence sources to analyze and interpret network telemetry, produce informative products, briefs, reports, and indicators of compromise.
• Configure and optimize internal and external threat monitoring systems to increase AT&T's intelligence holdings and maintain a high standard of quality for network cyber indicators.
• Document findings and recommend remediation action to a team of highly technical professionals in cybersecurity, threat intelligence, threat detection, networking, log, malware, and vulnerability analysis.
• Identify and implement new analysis techniques beyond those currently available.
• Detect network threats beyond the capabilities of common tools.
• Reduce the risk of false positives or false negatives and improve detection logic for advanced and targeted threats.
• Implement new automation solutions to improve workflow efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, information technology, or a related field.
• 8-10 years of experience in cybersecurity, threat intelligence, networking or a related field.

Knowledge and Skills

• Common cybersecurity concepts, tools, and frameworks (e.g., NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, SIEM, IDS/IPS).
• Common network threats, attack methods and techniques (DDoS, brute force, spoofing, MITM).
• Network concepts, technologies, controls, and protocols (IDS/IPS/Routing/VPN/ICMP/BGP/UDP/TCP/SSL/HTTP/SMTP, etc.).
• Cyber-attack stages (reconnaissance, scanning, enumeration, exploitation, privilege escalation, lateral movement, persistence, etc.).
• Network analysis tools/technologies (Wireshark, NetWitness, SNORT, SURICATA, ZEEK, PCAP, NETFLOW, etc.).
• Programming or scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, or equivalent).
• Investigative tools and techniques.

Demonstrated Abilities

• Identify network threats and create detective measures and IOCs.
• Identify patterns and trends in data with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Identify false positives and false negatives.
• Use and configure threat intelligence platforms and tools (e.g., MISP, ThreatQ, OpenCTI or equivalent).
• Stay current with the latest developments in cybersecurity and threat intelligence.
• Work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Use Windows and Linux.
• Use Open-Source Research Techniques to discover related threats.
• Adhere to established rules, regulations, conventions, and information protection requirements with responsibility and ethics.
• Apply feedback to future work products.
• Effectively communicate complex information in written and oral formats.

Desired

• Relevant cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP, Security+, CEH, or equivalent).
• Ability to qualify for a TS/SCI security clearance.

Supervisory

No supervisory responsibilities.

Compensation and Benefits

Annual salary range: $141,300 – $211,900 USD, with additional rewards and benefits. Final starting salary depends on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Time Off and holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Additional sick leave where applicable
• Adoption Reimbursement
• Disability Benefits (short and long term)
• Life and accidental death insurance
• Supplemental benefit programs
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Wellness programs
• Employee discounts on AT&T mobility and services

Location and hours

Location: USA: NC: Charlotte / Research Dr - Dat: 9139 Research Dr. Weekly hours: 40. Time Type: Regular. This is a full-time office role.

Legal and Equal Opportunity

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, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. 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.