Principal Cybersecurity Engineer (us Federal)

Workday

McLean, VA, USA
Base: $184,800 - $277,200 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
Hybrid (minimum 50% in-office, flexible scheduling)
10+ years technical security consultancy experience
2+ years hands-on technical leadership experience
Experience with aws or microsoft top secret clouds
Workday is seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer to support U.S. federal contracts, focusing on cybersecurity in air-gapped environments. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in security operations and must be a U.S. citizen eligible for security clearance

Job Summary

  • This role supports U.S. Federal Government contracts requiring personnel to be United States citizens working in an air-gapped classified cloud environment.
  • The team is responsible for all cybersecurity functions including vulnerability management, incident response, threat hunting, and threat detection.
  • Workday offers a culture rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm where employees are trusted to take risks and grow their skills.

Matching Summary

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Workday is seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer to support U.S. federal contracts, focusing on cybersecurity in air-gapped environments. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in security operations and must be a U.S. citizen eligible for security clearance.

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

Nice-to-have

  • Curious minds and courageous collaborators
  • Ability to drive multiple projects independently
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Sun-drenched optimism and shared enthusiasm
  • Experience building investigation and response tools

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 operations or vulnerability management
  • 2+ years in technical leadership roles

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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