Principal Cybersecurity - Inventory Process Engineer

AT&T; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 141,000 - 238,000; Full time

Job summary

AT&T seeks a Principal Cybersecurity Inventory Process Engineer to design and optimize processes for Attack Surface Management tools. The role involves developing accurate inventories, collaborating with security teams, and enhancing security awareness. Candidates should have a strong background in process engineering and cybersecurity, with a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement program

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in process engineering.
• Strong knowledge of Attack Surface Management tools.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or equivalent are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement processes for effective use of Attack Surface Management tools.
• Develop and maintain accurate security inventories.
• Monitor and analyze data from Attack Surface Management tools.

Skills

Process Engineering

Security Awareness

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Attack Surface Management tools

Job description

**Job Description:**

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.

**Job Summary:**

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 parodic reporting.

+ Work with AI technologies, including training Large Language Models (LLM) and utilizing Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG).

**Required/Desired Qualifications:**

+ Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. A master's degree is preferred.

+ Minimum of 5+ years of experience in process engineering, with a focus on attack surface management and inventory hydration.

+ 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.

+ Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or equivalent are highly desirable.

#LI-Onsite – Full-time office role

**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.**

The Principal Cybersecurity earns between $141,300.00 - $237,400.00 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.

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:**

Charlotte, North Carolina

**Salary Range:**

$141,300.00 - $211,900.00

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.

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