Principal Cybersecurity Engineer (us Federal)

Workday

McLean, VA, USA
Base: $184,800 - $277,200 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
Fully remote
10+ years technical security experience
2+ years hands-on technical leadership
Aws or microsoft top secret cloud deployment
This role supports U.S. Federal Government contracts within an air-gapped classified cloud environment requiring strict security protocols

Job Summary

  • This role supports U.S. Federal Government contracts within an air-gapped classified cloud environment requiring strict security protocols.
  • The team focuses on building cybersecurity functions including vulnerability management, incident response, and threat hunting for complex federal missions.
  • Workday offers a culture rooted in integrity and empathy with flexible work arrangements requiring at least 50% time in-office or field.

Matching Summary

This role supports U.S. Federal Government contracts within an air-gapped classified cloud environment requiring strict security protocols.

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 experience
  • 2+ years hands-on technical leadership
  • AWS or Microsoft Top Secret cloud deployment
  • TS/SCI w/CI Poly security clearance eligibility
  • Vulnerability management and threat detection

Nice-to-have

  • Containerized application security knowledge
  • Adversary TTPs understanding
  • SIEM and SOAR technology experience
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently across teams

Key Requirements

  • United States citizenship (naturalized or native)
  • Active TS/SCI w/CI Poly clearance preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline
  • 10+ years in security consultancy or operations
  • Experience with AWS or Microsoft Top Secret clouds

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship (naturalized or native)

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