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.

Associate Director – Red Team Attack and Simulation