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 team is responsible for all cybersecurity functions including vulnerability management, incident response, threat hunting, and threat detection.
  • Workday offers a competitive salary range, bonus plans, stock grants, and a flexible work approach requiring at least half the time in-office or with customers.

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 described as 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
  • Knowledge of adversary TTPs and attack techniques
  • Experience with SIEM and SOAR security technologies

Nice-to-have

  • Active TS/SCI w/CI Poly security clearance
  • Familiarity with containerized application security
  • Ability to work independently across multiple teams
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Curious minds and courageous collaborators

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship (naturalized or native)

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