Principal Cybersecurity Engineer (us Federal)

Workdayspend

McLean, VA, USA
Base: $184,800 - $277,200; bonus/equity: not speci...
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10+ years of cybersecurity experience
Experience with aws or microsoft top secret clouds
Hands-on technical leadership experience
** Workday is seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer to support U.S. Federal Government contracts. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cybersecurity, particularly in technical leadership, with a strong focus on cloud environments, while working within a collaborative and integrity-driven company culture. **

Job Summary

  • This role supports U.S. federal agencies in modernizing employee lifecycle and finance operations.
  • You will be responsible for cybersecurity functions such as vulnerability management and incident response.
  • Workday offers a supportive culture rooted in integrity, empathy, and collaboration.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Workday is seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer to support U.S. Federal Government contracts. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cybersecurity, particularly in technical leadership, with a strong focus on cloud environments, while working within a collaborative and integrity-driven company culture. **

Salary

Base: $184,800 - $277,200; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years of cybersecurity experience
  • Experience with AWS or Microsoft Top Secret clouds
  • Hands-on technical leadership experience

Nice-to-have

  • Strong understanding of cloud security fundamentals
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Curiosity matched with accountability

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field
  • Ability to obtain U.S. government security clearance
  • Active TS/SCI w/CI Poly preferred

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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