Senior Cybersecurity Quantum Security

AT&T • Charlotte, NC

6d • Onsite

About The Position

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered. Join AT&T and help shape the future of communications and technology that connect the world. We value innovators who seek to explore the unknown and challenge the status quo. Bring your bold ideas and fearless spirit to redefine connectivity and transform how people share stories and experiences. At AT&T, you won’t just imagine the future—you’ll build it. Job Summary AT&T is seeking a senior-level cybersecurity professional to operationalize quantum security standards and supply chain governance across the enterprise within Chief Security Office (CSO) – Emerging Technology / Quantum Security. As a Senior Cybersecurity Quantum Security & Innovation, you will focus on industry standards adoption, supplier engagement, policy implementation, innovation, and procurement, to address post-quantum cryptography (PQC) risks and emerging quantum threats. You will closely with standards bodies, product, procurement, and development teams to ensure AT&T maintains a continuous state of quantum readiness and reduces long-term business, regulatory, and supply-chain risk. This is an Individual Contributor role.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field preferred.
• Advanced degree a plus.
• 3+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, security policy, risk, supplier security, security delivery, or related technical roles.
• Familiarity with quantum security, post-quantum cryptography, or emerging technology domains is preferred; deep quantum domain expertise is not required.
• Familiarity with applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Learning (ML) techniques in cybersecurity contexts (e.g., anomaly detection, threat hunting, behavioral analytics, or risk scoring).
• Self-starter with strong intellectual horsepower, sound judgment, and a high degree of accountability
• Must be able to synthesize complex issues, drive decisions, and deliver outcomes in a fast-evolving domain.
• AT&T will not hire any applicants for this position who require employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, interpret, and validate quantum‑related security standards and guidance, including: NIST Post‑Quantum Cryptography (PQC); Federal and critical‑infrastructure guidance (e.g., CISA, NSA, Executive Orders); Industry standards (e.g., ATIS, 3GPP, CBOM‑related standards)
• Translate emerging quantum standards into actionable AT&T security policies, controls, and compliance criteria.
• Lead updates to SISR policy to explicitly address quantum‑security and cryptographic resilience requirements.
• Own the quantum security supply‑chain engagement model for AT&T.
• Partner with Procurement and Risk teams to define quantum security requirements for suppliers, gather and assess quantum security roadmaps from strategic vendors and drive adoption of post‑quantum cryptography and crypto‑agility expectations within supplier contracts
• Evaluate supplier maturity related to quantum security, cryptographic posture, and long‑term migration planning.
• Assess and identify opportunities for quantum innovation in alignment with AT&T’s business goals (e.g. evaluate vendor proof of concepts and proposals)
• Collaborate with R&D and Product teams to ideate and launch quantum innovation products and services that align with industry gaps and AT&T IP
• Guide PQC migration readiness and remediation planning across applications and platforms
• Identify gaps and drive innovation opportunities in quantum-safe security capabilities
• Support integration of quantum and cryptographic posture into enterprise security platforms
• Align internal and external policies related to CBOMs and supplier cryptographic visibility

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior