Principal Cybersecurity Engineer (us Federal)

Workday

McLean, VA, USA
Base: $184,800 - $277,200 usd; bonus/equity: eligi...
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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 for their McLean, VA location to support U.S. federal government contracts in air-gapped environments. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cybersecurity, specifically in security operations and vulnerability management, and must be a U.S. citizen due to security requirements. **

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 culture rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm with opportunities for long-term growth and meaningful mission-driven work.

Matching Summary

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** Workday is seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer for their McLean, VA location to support U.S. federal government contracts in air-gapped environments. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cybersecurity, specifically in security operations and vulnerability management, and must be a U.S. citizen due to security requirements. **

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
  • Knowledge of adversary TTPs and attack techniques

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with containerized application security
  • Experience building investigation and response tools
  • Ability to drive multiple projects independently
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Curious minds and courageous collaborators

Key Requirements

  • United States citizenship (naturalized or native)
  • Active TS/SCI w/CI Poly clearance preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline
  • 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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