Principal Cybersecurity Engineer (us Federal)

Workday

McLean, VA, USA
Base: $184,800 - $277,200 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
Hybrid (at least 50% of time in the office per quarter)
10+ years technical security experience
2+ years hands-on technical leadership
Aws or microsoft top secret cloud deployment
Workday is seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer to support U.S. Federal Government contracts, focusing on cybersecurity functions within an air-gapped environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in security operations, vulnerability management, and strong technical leadership skills

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 serving as the Cyber Defense presence responsible for vulnerability management, incident response, threat hunting, and threat detection.
  • Workday offers a competitive salary range up to $300,000 USD along with bonus plans, stock grants, and flexible work arrangements.

Matching Summary

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Workday is seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer to support U.S. Federal Government contracts, focusing on cybersecurity functions within an air-gapped environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in security operations, vulnerability management, and strong technical leadership skills.

Salary

Base: $184,800 - $277,200 USD; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Workday Bonus Plan and annual refresh stock grants; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including flexible work options

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
  • SIEM and SOAR technology expertise

Nice-to-have

  • Strong understanding of containerized application security
  • Demonstrated knowledge of adversary TTPs
  • Experience building investigation and response tools
  • Ability to drive multiple projects independently
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Key Requirements

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

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship (naturalized or native)

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