Principal Cybersecurity Engineer (us Federal)

Workday

McLean, VA, USA
Base: $184,800 - $277,200 usd (mclean); + location...
Hybrid (flexible schedule with at least 50% time spent in the office each quarter)
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 join their team supporting U.S. federal agencies, focusing on cybersecurity in a classified cloud environment. The role requires extensive experience in security operations and strong technical leadership, with a preference for candidates holding a TS/SCI w/CI Poly clearance

Job Summary

  • This role supports U.S. Federal Government contracts within an air-gapped classified cloud environment requiring rigorous cybersecurity functions.
  • The position demands a candidate with over 10 years of experience in security operations, including vulnerability management and threat hunting.
  • Workday offers a competitive salary range up to $300,000 USD along with flexible work arrangements requiring at least 50% time in-office or field.

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Workday is seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer to join their team supporting U.S. federal agencies, focusing on cybersecurity in a classified cloud environment. The role requires extensive experience in security operations and strong technical leadership, with a preference for candidates holding a TS/SCI w/CI Poly clearance.

Salary

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

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 cloud security fundamentals
  • Experience with SIEM and SOAR security technologies

Nice-to-have

  • Active TS/SCI w/CI Poly security clearance preferred
  • Familiarity with containerized application security
  • Demonstrated knowledge of adversary TTPs
  • Ability to work independently across multiple teams
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Key Requirements

  • United States citizenship (naturalized or native) required
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related discipline
  • Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI w/CI Poly security clearance
  • 10+ years of experience in technical security consultancy or operations
  • 2+ years of hands-on technical leadership experience

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship (naturalized or native)

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