Lead Cybersecurity Risk Management

$128,400 - $215,800/Yr

AT&T - Dallas, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Dallas, TX

10,001+ employees

Telecommunications

About the position

The Lead Cybersecurity Risk Management role at AT&T is focused on enhancing the company's cybersecurity posture through strategic initiatives. This position involves developing risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures that align with industry best practices and regulatory requirements. The role requires collaboration across various teams to manage cybersecurity risks effectively and lead key projects to ensure timely completion.

Responsibilities

• Identify inefficiencies in current workflows and recommend process improvements.
• Implement process improvements to enhance operational processes.
• Analyze performance metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of cybersecurity strategies.
• Provide actionable insights to drive continuous improvement in cybersecurity measures.
• Collaborate with IT, legal, and compliance teams to manage cybersecurity risks.
• Lead strategic projects and priorities to ensure successful completion.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Engineering, or Cyber Security (preferred).
• 5-8 years of related experience in the cybersecurity field.
• Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat landscapes, and defense mechanisms.
• Proficiency in risk assessment methodologies.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls.
• Ability to develop and execute long-term cybersecurity strategies that align with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in optimizing cybersecurity operations, including incident response, vulnerability management, and continuous monitoring.
• Strong capability to analyze complex data sets and provide actionable insights.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to foster collaboration across diverse teams.

Nice-to-haves

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CRISC are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (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.