Sr Cybersecurity Engineer - Us Federal

Workday

Reston, Virginia, USA
Base: $159,600 - $239,400 usd (reston); + location...
Hybrid (50% in-office quarterly)
Deep experience engineering within aws
Strong hands-on experience with kubernetes
Advanced skills in python scripting
Workday is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to join their Platform Security Engineering team, focusing on the architecture and maintenance of security systems for the U.S. Federal Government. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in AWS, Kubernetes, and Python, and will thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment

Job Summary

  • This role involves designing and maintaining the core security stack including Vulnerability Management, SIEM, and SOAR within a native AWS environment.
  • The successful candidate will act as an engineering partner to the SOC, building high-fidelity tools to protect customers and ensuring security tooling integrates seamlessly into developer workflows.
  • Workday offers a culture rooted in integrity and empathy where employees are trusted to take risks and utilize AI tools as force multipliers to accelerate development.

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Workday is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to join their Platform Security Engineering team, focusing on the architecture and maintenance of security systems for the U.S. Federal Government. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in AWS, Kubernetes, and Python, and will thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Salary

Base: $159,600 - $239,400 USD (Reston); Additional locations: $144,400 - $258,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Workday Bonus Plan and annual refresh stock grants

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Deep experience engineering within AWS
  • Strong hands-on experience with Kubernetes
  • Advanced skills in Python scripting
  • Proven experience with Infrastructure as Code
  • Ability to synthesize data visually

Nice-to-have

  • Experience building GitLab CI or Jenkins pipelines
  • Specific experience with Amazon EKS
  • Comfortable using AI tools for development
  • Experience securing large-scale SaaS products

Key Requirements

  • Must be a United States citizen
  • Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI w/CI Poly clearance
  • May require on-site presence in DC, MD, VA area

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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