AVP Cyber Data Analytics

Job Description:

Role Overview: 

We are seeking a highly experienced Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Cyber Data Analytics to lead and scale our cybersecurity analytics capabilities. This role will be responsible for managing a team of over 100 professionals, developing advanced threat detection content, and driving orchestration and automation initiatives to enhance our cybersecurity posture. The ideal candidate has a deep background in cybersecurity, analytics, and large-scale data management, with a proven track record of navigating large-scale security incidents and ensuring data quality assurance. 

 

This role can be based in Dallas TX, Middletown NJ, Alpharetta GA, Charlotte NC or Bothell WA requiring in-office presence 5 days/week. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Leadership & Strategy: 

• Lead and oversee a large cyber data analytics organization, ensuring alignment with enterprise cybersecurity goals. 

• Develop and execute strategies for leveraging large-scale data analytics to enhance threat detection and response. 

• Drive innovation in cyber analytics, ensuring continuous improvement of detection methodologies and automation frameworks. 

Threat Detection & Content Development: 

• Design and implement advanced detection logic to improve threat identification across a diverse and evolving attack landscape. 

• Oversee the development of cybersecurity content, including detection rules, correlation logic, and behavioral analytics models. 

• Work closely with threat intelligence teams to refine detection capabilities based on emerging threats. 

Data Analytics & Quality Assurance: 

• Manage and analyze massive datasets for threat detection and cybersecurity insights across a global enterprise. 

• Establish and maintain robust data quality assurance processes to ensure accuracy, integrity, and effectiveness of analytics. 

• Optimize the use of machine learning and AI-driven analytics to enhance cyber threat detection and response capabilities. 

Incident Response & Large-Scale Event Management: 

• Provide leadership and expertise in navigating and mitigating large-scale security incidents. 

• Collaborate with SOC, threat intelligence, and incident response teams to ensure rapid detection and response to cyber threats. 

• Develop and enhance playbooks for large-scale incident management, integrating analytics-driven response actions. 

Orchestration & Automation: 

• Lead the development and implementation of automated detection and response capabilities using orchestration tools. 

• Work closely with security engineering and SOC teams to integrate analytics into automated security workflows. 

• Drive innovation in security automation to enhance the speed and accuracy of threat detection and response. 

 

Qualifications:  

 

Required: 

• 15+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a strong focus on analytics, incident response, and threat detection. 

• Proven leadership experience managing teams of 50+ people in a cybersecurity analytics function within a large enterprise. 

• Extensive experience handling large-scale cybersecurity data sets and applying analytics for threat detection. 

• Deep expertise in cybersecurity content development, detection logic, and behavioral analytics. 

• Strong background in security orchestration and automation (SOAR) and integrating analytics into security workflows. 

• Experience leading large-scale incident response efforts, including navigating complex cyber events. 

• Demonstrated success in establishing and maintaining data quality assurance processes for cybersecurity analytics. 

• Strong understanding of cloud security, SIEM platforms, and big data technologies used in cybersecurity. 

• Current or previous TS/SCI clearance 

 

Preferred: 

• Experience working in a Fortune 500 or highly regulated environment (e.g., financial services, healthcare, or government). 

• Familiarity with machine learning and AI-driven cybersecurity analytics. 

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GCIH, GCFA, or relevant data analytics certifications. 

 

This is a high-impact leadership role in a cutting-edge cybersecurity organization, offering the opportunity to shape the future of cyber analytics at an enterprise level. You will work alongside industry-leading experts and leverage advanced analytics to proactively defend against cyber threats. 

 

Key Traits: 

• Strategic thinker with a strong focus on execution and results. 

• Collaborative leader who excels in a cross-functional environment. 

• Deep expertise in cybersecurity data analytics 

• Visionary leader who fosters a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. 

• Adaptable and agile in a fast-paced, evolving digital landscape. 

Benefits and Perks: 

At AT&T, we recognize that our people are our most valuable assets. We offer a competitive benefits package designed to enhance well-being and provide peace of mind. Benefits may include: 

• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage options. 

• Financial Security: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching, life insurance, and disability coverage. 

• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation, holiday, and sick leave policies to support work-life balance. 

• Professional Development: Access to training programs, leadership development opportunities, and tuition reimbursement. 

• Additional Perks: Employee discounts, wellness programs, commuter benefits, and more. 

 

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Dallas, Texas

Salary Range:

$231,700.00 - $347,500.00

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.