Associate Director – Red Team Attack and… at AT&T · Hyderabad

Associate Director – Red Team Attack and Simulation Location: IND:AP:Hyderabad / Atria Building, Plot 17 - Adm: Atria Building, Plot No 17 About AT&T At AT&T, we’re redefining how the world connects. Within our Chief Security Office (CSO), we secure critical assets through transparency, accountability, and advanced cybersecurity practices—staying ahead of evolving threats. Join us to bring bold ideas, challenge conventions, and build the future of secure connectivity. Location: Hyderabad Role Overview We are seeking a Senior Red Team Leader to build and lead a high-performing team of 10+ experienced cybersecurity professionals in India. This role combines strategic leadership and hands-on expertise, driving advanced Red Team operations to uncover vulnerabilities across enterprise environments and strengthen AT&T’s security posture. You will partner closely with global cybersecurity leadership (India & US), influencing security strategy and enabling proactive risk mitigation at scale. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy Lead, mentor, and scale a high-performing Red Team Drive Red Team strategy, roadmap, and execution Collaborate with global CSO leadership and cross-functional stakeholders Offensive Security & Red Team Operations Design and execute advanced Red Team engagements Conduct targeted threat hunts and penetration testing Simulate real-world attack scenarios across: Cloud, APIs, web apps, networks, systems Mobile, SDN, IoT, big data environments Innovation & Threat Discovery Develop custom tools, techniques, and methodologies Identify vulnerabilities beyond traditional assessments Analyze attack vectors and emerging threat patterns Insights & Impact Translate findings into actionable remediation strategies Present insights to technical and senior leadership audiences Partner with security, engineering, and operations teams to drive fixes Continuous Evolution Stay ahead of latest vulnerabilities, exploits, and attack techniques Contribute to future-ready security strategies and capabilities Experience & Skills Mandatory 15+ years in Red Team / Penetration Testing 10+ years leading technical teams Deep expertise in: Network security, TCP/IP, exploit techniques Vulnerability assessment & attack simulation Tools: Nessus, Nmap, Burp, Wireshark, etc. Strong OS knowledge: Windows, Linux, UNIX Programming: Python, Bash, PowerShell, C/C++, Java (.NET & others) Excellent stakeholder communication & leadership presence Core Competencies Strategic thinking with hands-on execution Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Ability to lead under tight timelines and complex environments Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of enterprise & cloud architectures Expertise in APT threats, TTPs, and threat actor landscapes Experience with tools like Metasploit, Burp Suite Certifications: OSCP, GPEN, CEH, CPT, CEPT Telecom domain experience Emerging Tech / AI Advantage Exposure to AI/ML in cybersecurity (threat detection, analytics) Experience with AI-driven security tools (e.g., Copilot for Security, Darktrace) Understanding of: LLM safety & AI governance Adversarial ML risks & mitigation Interest in GenAI-enabled security operations (automation, triage, reporting) Additional Details Flexibility: Collaboration across US time zones as required Why This Role Matters This is a mission-critical leadership role within AT&T’s CSO—driving proactive defense through offensive security, shaping global cybersecurity resilience, and enabling innovation at scale. Weekly Hours: 40 Time Type: Regular Location: IND:AP:Hyderabad / Atria Building, Plot 17 - Adm: Atria Building, Plot No 17 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.