Director Of Cybersecurity Defense – U.s. Federal Programs (us Federal)

Workday

Reston, VA, USA
Base: $231,000 usd - $346,600 usd; bonus/equity: n...
Hybrid
U.s. federal cybersecurity requirements
Security operation centers experience
Nist rmf and sp 800-53
The Cybersecurity Defense Director for Workday Government is responsible for developing and leading the Cyber Defense implementation strategy, and continuous improvement of cybersecurity for our U.S. Federal Government customers and programs

Job Summary

  • The Cybersecurity Defense Director for Workday Government is responsible for developing and leading the Cyber Defense implementation strategy, and continuous improvement of cybersecurity for our U.S. Federal Government customers and programs.
  • This role will oversee a team of security professionals, drive compliance with applicable federal regulations and frameworks, and partner closely with internal and external stakeholders to protect systems, data, and mission-critical services.
  • The ideal candidate brings deep experience in mature Security Operation Centers, U.S. Federal cybersecurity requirements (e.g., FISMA, FedRAMP, NIST, DoD, DHS/CISA directives), a strong technical foundation, and a proven track record of building and leading high-performing security teams in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.

Matching Summary

The Cybersecurity Defense Director for Workday Government is responsible for developing and leading the Cyber Defense implementation strategy, and continuous improvement of cybersecurity for our U.S. Federal Government customers and programs.

Salary

Base: $231,000 USD - $346,600 USD; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • U.S. Federal cybersecurity requirements
  • Security Operation Centers experience
  • NIST RMF and SP 800-53
  • FISMA and FedRAMP compliance
  • Zero Trust principles
  • Incident response planning

Nice-to-have

  • AI platform for managing people
  • Curious minds and courageous collaborators
  • Empathy and shared enthusiasm
  • Sun-drenched optimism and drive

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years in cybersecurity
  • 5+ years leading security teams
  • Experience with U.S. Federal Government programs
  • NIST CSF knowledge
  • FISMA, FedRAMP, IL experience
  • Security authorization/ATO processes
  • Modern enterprise and cloud security

Work Rights

Must be a United States citizen

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