Principal Cybersecurity Engineer (us Federal)

Workday

McLean, VA, USA
Base: $184,800 - $277,200 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
Fully remote
10+ years technical security consultancy experience
2+ years hands-on technical leadership experience
Experience with aws or microsoft top secret clouds
This role supports U.S. Federal Government contracts requiring personnel to be United States citizens working in an air-gapped classified cloud environment

Job Summary

  • This role supports U.S. Federal Government contracts requiring personnel to be United States citizens working in an air-gapped classified cloud environment.
  • The position involves building cybersecurity functions including vulnerability management, incident response, threat hunting, and threat detection for complex federal agencies.
  • Workday offers a culture rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm where employees are trusted to take risks and grow their skills.

Matching Summary

This role supports U.S. Federal Government contracts requiring personnel to be United States citizens working in an air-gapped classified cloud environment.

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 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
  • Deep knowledge of adversary TTPs and attack techniques

Nice-to-have

  • Curious minds and courageous collaborators
  • Sun-drenched optimism and drive
  • Ability to work independently across multiple teams
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Familiarity with containerized application security

Key Requirements

  • United States citizenship (naturalized or native)
  • TS/SCI w/CI Poly security clearance preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline
  • 10+ years in security operations or threat detection
  • 2+ years in technical leadership roles

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship (naturalized or native)

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