Principal Cybersecurity – Firewall Architecture

AT&T

Principal Cybersecurity position focusing on firewall architecture and security strategies for AT&T. Collaborating with teams to enhance network security and mitigate risks across the organization.

Posted 4/15/2026full-timeCharlotte • New Jersey, North Carolina, Texas, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $155,400 - $261,100 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleAzureCloudGoLinuxPythonUnixVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Security Architecture, Design and Planning for incoming projects and End of Life (EOL)
Firewall Policy Automation and Orchestration (Algosec)
Security Feature and OS review/certification
Enterprise Security Architecture Tools Development
Security Vulnerability and Bug Consulting
Enterprise Management Systems (EMS) Design, Planning and Architecture
Intrusion Detection/Prevention System

Requirements

What you’ll need

Expert level security architecture knowledge and experience in networking technologies, firewall solutions, IDS/IPS, Linux/Unix command line tools, VMware, and Algosec or other policy management/ orchestration tools
Deep understanding of firewall configurations, network segmentation, and secure routing protocols
Advanced knowledge of Azure cloud security architecture, policy enforcement, and workload protection
Experience implementing cloud-native security controls and automation frameworks
Proficiency in risk assessment methodologies and vulnerability oversight
In-depth familiarity with PCI-DSS, NIST, ISO 27001, and other regulatory frameworks
Proven experience supporting internal and external audits, including evidence gathering and remediation planning
Mentoring and developing talent across technical and non-technical roles
Experience overseeing the development and deployment of custom security tools and automation pipelines
Familiarity with scripting and programming languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Go, Ansible)

Benefits

Comp & perks

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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Hard Skills & Tools

security architecturefirewall solutionsIDS/IPSLinux command line toolsVMwareAlgosecAzure cloud security architecturecloud-native security controlsrisk assessment methodologiesscripting languages

Soft Skills

mentoringdeveloping talent

Certifications

PCI-DSSNISTISO 27001