Technology Risk Principal Core Operations
Charlotte, North Carolina
Job Description:
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 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 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 won’t just imagine the future-you’ll create it.
As Technology Risk Principal, you will provide independent oversight, advisory and driving risk solutions in accordance with the Technology Risk Program. You will utilize risk-based management to integrate information and technology risk processes into the way AT&T operates.
What You'll Do
Act as primary contact for Core Tech Operations, Availability & Stability processes
Develop and manage tech risk policies, frameworks, and implementation strategies
Ensure IT standards and policies meet regulatory, risk, and compliance needs
Support risk monitoring, control testing, evidence collection, and audit readiness
Conduct risk and control assessments for new and existing capabilities
Evaluate and enhance Technology Program maturity and capabilities
Build strong relationships with senior leaders, audit, legal, compliance, and IT teams
Deliver executive-level presentations on IT risk exposures and mitigation actions
Assist Director of Tech Risk with escalating high-risk issues to senior leadership
What You'll Bring
8-10+ years of work experience in technology, operational risk management, or a related discipline at a fortune 500 company
7+ years’ experience in risk, control, and governance (e.g., Audit, InfoSec, Compliance)
Skilled in supporting risk management programs across the full lifecycle
Track record of remediating audit, compliance, and regulatory issues
Strong in risk mitigation coordination, governance navigation, and data analysis
Experienced in raising awareness of tech and information risk organization-wide
Proficient in metrics development, reporting, and program execution
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Supervisory:
No.
Our Principal Cybersecurity, earns between $141,300.00-$211,900.00 USD Annual, not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.
Joining our team comes with amazing perks and 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.
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Weekly Hours:
40Time Type:
RegularLocation:
Charlotte, North CarolinaSalary Range:
$141,300.00 - $211,900.00It 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.
Job ID R-57974 Date posted 08/08/2025
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