Role: Senior Specialist – CSO International (APAC)
About the Company:
At AT&T, we’re connecting the world through the latest tech and top-of-the-line communications. Our groundbreaking digital solutions provide intuitive and integrated experiences for millions of customers across online, retail and care channels. Join our mission to deliver compelling communication and entertainment experiences to customers around the world as we continue to evolve as a technology-powered, human-centered organization. As part of our team, you’ll transform the way we deliver a seamless customer experience with digital at the center of all you do. In our world, digital is much larger than just an eCommerce channel, we are transforming all channels to digitally perform as one team to create a better customer experience. As we move into 2026, the digital transformation will revolutionize the digital space, and you can build a career that will propel your future.
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).
Experience leveraging AI-enabled tools (such as Copilot for Security, Darktrace, CrowdStrike Charlotte AI, or custom LLM integrations) to enhance detection, response, and automation workflows.
Understanding of LLM safety, prompt engineering, or AI governance frameworks (e.g., NIST AI RMF, EU AI Act readiness) is a plus.
Exposure to data science fundamentals relevant to security (pattern recognition, supervised vs. unsupervised learning, model validation).
Awareness of AI-driven risks (e.g., adversarial ML, data poisoning, model hallucination) and their mitigation within enterprise environments.
Interest in leveraging GenAI for security operations, such as summarizing alerts, drafting reports, or automating incident triage."
About the Job:
The CSO International function is established to support AT&T management in areas outside the United States in Most of World (MOW) to achieve a secure IT environment by developing, applying, and maintaining effective IT security controls, as well as monitoring, measuring, and reporting business compliance to the applicable IT security controls and business unit leadership.
The professional in this role will have a focus on APAC region and provide support to maintain compliance with AT&T Security Policies and Standards as well as Regulatory requirements, maintain ISO 27001 certification globally, pre and post audit support, remediation oversight for the issues identified and communication and compliance reporting to leadership.
. 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).
Experience leveraging AI-enabled tools (such as Copilot for Security, Darktrace, CrowdStrike Charlotte AI, or custom LLM integrations) to enhance detection, response, and automation workflows.
Understanding of LLM safety, prompt engineering, or AI governance frameworks (e.g., NIST AI RMF, EU AI Act readiness) is a plus.
Exposure to data science fundamentals relevant to security (pattern recognition, supervised vs. unsupervised learning, model validation).
Awareness of AI-driven risks (e.g., adversarial ML, data poisoning, model hallucination) and their mitigation within enterprise environments.
Interest in leveraging GenAI for security operations, such as summarizing alerts, drafting reports, or automating incident triage."
Experience Level: 8+ years.
Location: Hyderabad / Bengaluru
Responsibilities Include:
Support compliance with AT&T Security Policies and Standards through
Security calendar development and communication
Security process review and development
Self-Assessments
Security education – via security awareness events, security tip of the month, and white papers
Internal and external customer support - service reviews and attending to security queries and provide consultation etc.
Enterprise security health check through tools
Managing government, legal and regulatory requests
Maintain ISO27001 Certification globally
Perform internal assessments and act as audit interface for external audits
Manage closure of identified vulnerabilities
Improve Information Management Security System (ISMS) by reviewing effectiveness of ISMS operation
Audit coordination and remediation oversight
Pre and post audit support – service and process reviews and sample audit checks. Action plan creation and implementation
Monitor closure of vulnerabilities from the security audit/review Program
Monitor closure of external audit recommendations
Prepare and present compliance reports and metrics to senior leadership and relevant stakeholders
Monitor regulatory changes in the APAC region and advise on necessary updates to policies or processes
Required skills:
Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience
Strong knowledge of APAC regulatory requirements and frameworks
Familiarity with ISO 27001 certification process etc.
Proven ability to interpret complex regulations and translate them into practical compliance programs
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Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills
Relevant certifications such as CISM, CISA, CISSP, or CRISC are a plus
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Strong documentation and effective articulation skills
Desirable skills:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Mathematics, Information Systems, Engineering or Cyber Security
Prior experience with Telecom sector
ISACA, ISC2 or other relevant certifications
Additional information (if any): Need to be flexible provide coverage during varying hours as needed.
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Weekly Hours:
40
Time Type:
Regular
Location:
IND:KA:Bengaluru / Innovator Building, Itpb, Whitefield Rd - Adm: Intl Tech Park, Innovator Bldg
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.