Principal Cybersecurity Engineer (us Federal)

Workday

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

Job Summary

  • This role supports U.S. Federal Government contracts within an air-gapped classified cloud environment requiring rigorous cybersecurity functions.
  • The team values collaboration, integrity, and shared responsibility while tackling high-stakes challenges for federal agencies modernizing their operations.
  • Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI w/CI Poly security clearance to perform duties as a Cyber Defense presence.

Matching Summary

This role supports U.S. Federal Government contracts within an air-gapped classified cloud environment requiring rigorous cybersecurity functions.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years technical security consultancy experience
  • 2+ years hands-on technical leadership experience
  • Experience with AWS or Microsoft Top Secret clouds
  • Strong understanding of platform and cloud security
  • Knowledge of adversary TTPs and attack techniques

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with containerized application security
  • Experience building investigation and response tools
  • SIEM and SOAR technology proficiency
  • Hunting techniques expertise
  • Ability to work independently across teams

Key Requirements

  • United States citizenship (naturalized or native) required
  • Active TS/SCI w/CI Poly clearance preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • 10+ years in security operations or vulnerability management
  • 2+ years in technical leadership roles

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship (naturalized or native)

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