Principal Cybersecurity Engineer (us Federal)

Epic

McLean, VA, US
Base: $184,800 - $277,200 usd (primary location); ...
Fully remote
Cyber defense in air-gapped network
Vulnerability management and incident response
Threat hunting and detection expertise
Workday Government supports U.S. federal agencies in modernizing employee lifecycle and finance operations with secure, responsible AI and cloud infrastructure

Job Summary

  • Workday Government supports U.S. federal agencies in modernizing employee lifecycle and finance operations with secure, responsible AI and cloud infrastructure.
  • This role involves being the Cyber Defense presence in an air-gapped classified cloud environment, ensuring cybersecurity functions and best practices are maintained.
  • Workday offers a culture grounded in integrity, respect, and shared responsibility, providing trust, tools, and support for long-term employee growth.

Matching Summary

Workday Government supports U.S. federal agencies in modernizing employee lifecycle and finance operations with secure, responsible AI and cloud infrastructure.

Salary

Base: $184,800 - $277,200 USD (Primary location); $167,200 - $300,000 USD (Additional US locations); Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Workday Bonus Plan and stock grants; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Cyber Defense in air-gapped network
  • Vulnerability management and incident response
  • Threat hunting and detection expertise
  • Experience with AWS or Microsoft Top Secret clouds
  • Security operations and response leadership
  • SIEM and SOAR security technologies

Nice-to-have

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • Ability to work independently across teams
  • Knowledge of adversary TTPs
  • Familiarity with containerized application security
  • Drive multiple projects and priorities
  • Curiosity matched with accountability

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years technical security experience
  • 2+ years technical leadership experience
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI w/CI Poly clearance
  • Must be U.S. citizen (naturalized or native)

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship and ability to obtain TS/SCI w/CI Poly clearance

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