Principal Cybersecurity Engineer - Us Federal

Workday

Reston, VA, USA
Base: $184,800 - $277,200 usd (reston); + location...
Fully remote
Aws architecture and engineering
Kubernetes and container security
Python programming proficiency
This role involves building the core security observatory rather than just monitoring dashboards, focusing on architecture and automation within AWS

Job Summary

  • This role involves building the core security observatory rather than just monitoring dashboards, focusing on architecture and automation within AWS.
  • The position requires supporting U.S. Federal Government contracts which mandates that all personnel be United States citizens.
  • Candidates must possess deep expertise in securing Kubernetes clusters and managing the lifecycle of vulnerability management, SIEM, and SOAR tools.

Matching Summary

This role involves building the core security observatory rather than just monitoring dashboards, focusing on architecture and automation within AWS.

Salary

Base: $184,800 - $277,200 USD (Reston); Additional locations: $167,200 - $300,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Workday Bonus Plan and stock grants

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • AWS architecture and engineering
  • Kubernetes and container security
  • Python programming proficiency
  • Terraform Infrastructure as Code
  • EKS production workload management

Nice-to-have

  • AI tools and LLM force multiplier usage
  • Proactive ownership-driven mindset
  • Experience with GitLab CI or Jenkins
  • SaaS platform security at scale
  • Data synthesis for visual insights

Key Requirements

  • United States citizenship required
  • TS/SCI w/CI Poly security clearance preferred
  • Advanced proficiency in Python scripting
  • Deep experience with AWS Compute and Networking

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship (naturalized or native)

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