Associate Director – Red Team Attack And Simulation

About the Company 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 wont just imagine the future-youll create it About the Job As part of the AT T Governance Enforcement Assessment and Testing Third Party Risk and Emerging Technology Cyber Organization GATE you will lead and support the Assessment and Testing Team by designing and executing Red team engagements to simulate advanced attack scenarios identify vulnerabilities and assess security measures The functional leader in this role will be responsible for leading and managing a team of 10 experienced Red Team professionals in AT T India The leader in this role oversees manages and supports day-to-day operations including various projects tasks and initiatives Continuously collaborates with US and India Cyber Security leadership teams and other stakeholders on engineering and operational matters In this role you will lead and participate in sophisticated Red Team exercises aimed at uncovering vulnerabilities across our networks systems applications and processes As an innovative thinker you will go beyond standard vulnerability assessments developing and utilizing unique tools and techniques to identify and exploit security gaps Your functional responsibilities will include leading comprehensive Red Team exercises to identify vulnerabilities in diverse environments such as cloud-hosted and web-based applications API interfaces databases big data environments networks computer systems mobile applications Software Defined Networks and IoT devices and systems You will design and develop custom tools and methodologies to enhance our security testing capabilities and employ creative tactics to uncover weaknesses including poor user practices and weak security methods Working collaboratively with other Red Team members and Security Analysts you will identify and exploit security issues characterize cyber-attack vectors and discover related vulnerabilities providing actionable recommendations for remediation In addition you will be required to stay abreast of the latest vulnerabilities and exploit techniques continuously adapting your tools and methodologies to address emerging threats and evolving security landscapes Your role will also involve documenting and communicating security findings in both written and verbal formats using your insights to inform leadership drive security strategies notify affected customers and advise network operations and other business units on security issues and recommended solutions Experience Level 15 years Location HyderabadResponsibilities Include Functionally lead and manage a team of 10 experienced Red Team professionals in AT T IndiaLead and perform formal and informal targeted Hunts to identify vulnerabilities Actively building and participating in Red Team exercises Design and execute red team engagements simulating advanced attack scenarios to identify vulnerabilities and assess the effectiveness of security measures Conduct penetration tests on networks applications and physical security controls Employing tactics to uncover security holes in user practices and procedures Develop and execute red team strategies and methodologies to uncover potential security gaps Analyze and report on findings from red team exercises including detailed recommendations for remediation Providing feedback and verification as security issues are fixed Stay current with the latest security threats attack techniques and industry trends Communicate complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Collaborate with other security teams to improve overall security practices and incident response capabilities Be proactive and demonstrate the ability to analyze issues generate ideas and initiate action while achieving results Effectively manages multiple tasks projects with close attention to detail and meets short turnarounds and deadlines Collaborate with leadership teams provide subject matter expertise and insights Support and guide team members in providing high-quality and actionable intelligence products deliverables Support guide and mentor team members in technical and functional mattersThe expert in this role will perform analysis of complex security issues and corresponding activities to help mitigate risk Includes forward looking research planning and strategy to strengthen our stance against future cyber security threats and attacks and enhancing our mitigation techniques processes and technology solutions Required skills At least 15 years of experience in penetration testing and red team operations At least 10 years leading and managing diverse technical teamsExpert level understanding of Transmission Control Protocol Internet Protocol TCP IP protocols devices security mechanisms and how they operate Strong understanding of network security threats including APT botnets Distributed Denial of Service DDoS attacks worms and network exploits Expert knowledge of attack vectors exploitation techniques and vulnerability assessment methodologies Experience with industry-standard penetration testing tools and frameworks Experience with network probing testing analysis tools Nessus nmap burp wireshark etc Deep technical knowledge of Windows UNIX and Linux operating systems as both an expert user and system administratorProgramming skills that will be used to construct modify and execute testing tools including shell ksh bash g awk Python PERL regex NET Programming Java C C C PowerShell curl Web application development PHP ASP NET etc Comprehensive knowledge of software security testing principles practices and tools experience of vulnerability assessments in a complex environment Experience or familiarity with vulnerability analysis computer forensics tools cryptography principlesExcellent teamwork skills for collaboration on analysis techniques implementation and reporting Must be able to work both independently as well as effectively in teams of individuals with a variety of skills and backgrounds Excellent written and verbal communication skills and have demonstrated ability to present material to senior officials Highly self-motivated requiring little direction Demonstrates creative out-of-the-box thinking and good problem-solving skills Demonstrates strong ethical behavior Sense of urgency and attention to detailFlexible to provide coverage in US morning hours on a need-basis and as requiredDesirable skills Strong knowledge of an enterprise architectureAbility to obtain a strong and ongoing understanding of the technical details involved in current APT threats and exploits involving various operating systems applications and networking protocols Knowledge of tactics techniques and procedures associated with malicious insider activity organized crime fraud groups and both state and non-state sponsored threat actors Understanding of cloud-based architectures and highly distributed big data architecturesExperience with application security testing tools such as the Metasploit framework and Burp SuiteOne or more of these certifications Certified Ethical Hacker Certified Penetration Tester Certified Expert Penetration Tester GIAC Certified Penetration Tester Offensive Security Certified ProfessionalBS MS degree in Computer Science Cyber Security Engineering or related technical fieldPrior experience with Telecom sector Additional information if any Need to be flexible to provide coverage in US morning hours Weekly Hours 40Time Type RegularLocation IND AP Hyderabad Atria Building Plot 17 - Adm Atria Building Plot No 17It 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