Director Of Cybersecurity Defense – U.s. Federal Programs (us Federal)

Workday

Reston, VA, USA
Primary location base pyy range: $231,000 usd - $3...
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U.s. federal cybersecurity requirements
Security operation centers experience
Nist rmf, nist sp 800-53, nist csf
** Workday is seeking a Director of Cybersecurity Defense for U.S. Federal Programs, responsible for leading cybersecurity strategies and compliance for federal clients. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cybersecurity, particularly with U.S. Federal regulations, and strong leadership skills to manage a diverse security team. **

Job Summary

  • The Cybersecurity Defense Director for Workday Government is responsible for developing and leading the Cyber Defense implementation strategy, and continuous improvement of cybersecurity for our U.S. Federal Government customers and programs.
  • This role will oversee a team of security professionals, drive compliance with applicable federal regulations and frameworks, and partner closely with internal and external stakeholders to protect systems, data, and mission-critical services.
  • The ideal candidate brings deep experience in mature Security Operation Centers, U.S. Federal cybersecurity requirements (e.g., FISMA, FedRAMP, NIST, DoD, DHS/CISA directives), a strong technical foundation, and a proven track record of building and leading high-performing security teams in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.

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** Workday is seeking a Director of Cybersecurity Defense for U.S. Federal Programs, responsible for leading cybersecurity strategies and compliance for federal clients. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cybersecurity, particularly with U.S. Federal regulations, and strong leadership skills to manage a diverse security team. **

Salary

Primary Location Base Pay Range: $231,000 USD - $346,600 USD; Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $209,000 USD - $372,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: May be eligible for Workday Bonus Plan or role-specific commission/bonus, annual refresh stock grants

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • U.S. Federal cybersecurity requirements
  • Security Operation Centers experience
  • NIST RMF, NIST SP 800-53, NIST CSF
  • FISMA, FedRAMP, DoD IL4+
  • Zero Trust principles
  • incident response plans and playbooks

Nice-to-have

  • AI platform for managing people
  • integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm
  • curious minds and courageous collaborators
  • sun-drenched optimism and drive
  • building smarter solutions
  • supporting customers
  • creating a space where everyone belongs

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity
  • 5+ years leading security teams or programs
  • Demonstrated experience managing cybersecurity for U.S. Federal Government programs
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance
  • Active TS/SCI w/CI Poly preferred

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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