Principal Cyber Security Engineer, Soc Lead (us Federal)

Workday

Reston, VA, USA
Base: $184,800 - $277,200 usd (reston); base: $167...
Fully remote
10+ years cybersecurity operations experience
5+ years leading security operations personnel
Deep experience tuning splunk siem platforms
This role provides technical leadership for the Cyber Defense Security Operations Center supporting U.S. Government SaaS deployments in complex environments

Job Summary

  • This role provides technical leadership for the Cyber Defense Security Operations Center supporting U.S. Government SaaS deployments in complex environments.
  • The team values collaboration, integrity, and shared responsibility while tackling high-stakes challenges for federal agencies modernizing their operations.
  • Candidates will have the opportunity to lead a team of analysts, drive automation initiatives, and interface with threat intelligence to maintain an integrated cyber defense posture.

Matching Summary

This role provides technical leadership for the Cyber Defense Security Operations Center supporting U.S. Government SaaS deployments in complex environments.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years cybersecurity operations experience
  • 5+ years leading security operations personnel
  • Deep experience tuning Splunk SIEM platforms
  • Experience managing NIST SP 800-61r3 incident response
  • Experience supporting air-gapped network environments

Nice-to-have

  • Strong understanding of adversary TTPs and MITRE ATT&CK
  • Experience with SOAR platforms like Tines
  • Ability to coordinate cross-functional Red and Blue teams
  • Proven ability to develop KPIs and operational metrics
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Key Requirements

  • United States citizenship required
  • Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field
  • TS/SCI security clearance eligibility
  • DoD 8570 certification requirements

Work Rights

Must be a United States citizen (naturalized or native)

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