Principal Cybersecurity Engineer (us Federal)

Workday

McLean, VA, USA
Base: $184,800 - $277,200 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
Fully remote
10+ years technical security experience
2+ years hands-on technical leadership
Aws or microsoft top secret cloud deployment
This role supports U.S. Federal Government contracts within an air-gapped classified cloud environment requiring strict security protocols

Job Summary

  • This role supports U.S. Federal Government contracts within an air-gapped classified cloud environment requiring strict security protocols.
  • The team focuses on building cybersecurity functions including vulnerability management, incident response, and threat hunting for federal agencies.
  • Workday offers a flexible work approach where employees spend at least half their time in the office or with customers while maintaining a culture of integrity and shared responsibility.

Matching Summary

This role supports U.S. Federal Government contracts within an air-gapped classified cloud environment requiring strict security protocols.

Salary

Base: $184,800 - $277,200 USD; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Workday Bonus Plan and annual refresh stock grants; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years technical security experience
  • 2+ years hands-on technical leadership
  • AWS or Microsoft Top Secret cloud deployment
  • TS/SCI w/CI Poly security clearance eligibility
  • Vulnerability management and threat detection
  • SIEM and SOAR technology expertise

Nice-to-have

  • Containerized application security knowledge
  • Adversary TTPs deep understanding
  • Investigation and response tool building
  • Cross-team coordination and collaboration
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Key Requirements

  • United States citizenship (naturalized or native)
  • Active TS/SCI w/CI Poly clearance preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • 10+ years in security consultancy or operations
  • Experience managing systems in AWS or MS Top Secret clouds

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship (naturalized or native)

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