Principal Cybersecurity Engineer (us Federal)

Workday

McLean, VA, USA
Primary location base pyy range: $184,800 usd - $2...
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Cyber defense presence in air-gapped network
Aws or microsoft top secret clouds
Platform, application, and cloud security fundamentals
** Workday is seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer to support U.S. federal contracts, particularly in expanding their cybersecurity capabilities in classified environments. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cybersecurity operations, strong leadership skills, and the ability to obtain a security clearance. **

Job Summary

  • Workday Government focuses on outcomes that serve a larger mission, supporting U.S. federal agencies in modernizing their operations.
  • This role will be responsible for all cybersecurity functions such as vulnerability management, incident response, threat hunting, and threat detection within an air-gapped classified cloud environment.
  • The company offers a culture rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm, with a commitment to long-term investment in its people and the federal mission.

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** Workday is seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer to support U.S. federal contracts, particularly in expanding their cybersecurity capabilities in classified environments. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cybersecurity operations, strong leadership skills, and the ability to obtain a security clearance. **

Salary

Primary Location Base Pay Range: $184,800 USD - $277,200 USD; Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $167,200 USD - $300,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Cyber Defense presence in air-gapped network
  • AWS or Microsoft Top Secret clouds
  • platform, application, and cloud security fundamentals
  • adversary TTPs knowledge
  • network and application security threats

Nice-to-have

  • curious minds and courageous collaborators
  • sun-drenched optimism and drive
  • integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm
  • curiosity is matched with accountability
  • ambition is paired with trust

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years of technical security experience
  • 2+ years of technical leadership experience
  • Experience with AWS or Microsoft Top Secret clouds
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience
  • Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI w/CI Poly clearance

Work Rights

Must be a United States citizen

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