Principal Cybersecurity Engineer (us Federal)

Workday

McLean, VA, USA
Primary location base pyy range: $184,800 usd - $2...
On-site
Cyber defense presence in air-gapped network
Aws or microsoft top secret clouds
Siem and soar security technologies
Workday is seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer for its McLean, VA location, focusing on supporting U.S. federal agencies in a secure, air-gapped cloud environment. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in cybersecurity operations, technical leadership, and familiarity with AWS or Microsoft Top Secret clouds, while being a U.S. citizen

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 the Cyber Defense presence in the air-gapped network, responsible for all cybersecurity functions.
  • The company offers a culture rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm, with a commitment to long-term investment in its people.

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Workday is seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer for its McLean, VA location, focusing on supporting U.S. federal agencies in a secure, air-gapped cloud environment. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in cybersecurity operations, technical leadership, and familiarity with AWS or Microsoft Top Secret clouds, while being a U.S. citizen.

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; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Cyber Defense presence in air-gapped network
  • AWS or Microsoft Top Secret clouds
  • SIEM and SOAR security technologies
  • 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
  • modern technology, responsible AI, and secure infrastructure

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in technical security
  • 2+ years of technical leadership experience
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience

Work Rights

Must be a United States citizen (naturalized or native)

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