Principal Cybersecurity Engineer – US Federal

workday; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 182,000 - 274,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer to support U.S. Federal Government contracts. This role involves building a team and processes for cybersecurity in a new air-gapped environment. You will be responsible for monitoring and responding to threats, ensuring security compliance, and collaborating with various teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in security operations and a strong background in cloud security. Join a vibrant culture that values innovation and employee well-being, and contribute to making a significant impact in the cybersecurity landscape.

Benefits

Flexible Work Schedule

Annual Refresh Stock Grants

Workday Bonus Plan

Employee Referral Process

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in security operations and consultancy.
• Strong understanding of cloud security fundamentals and threat detection.

Responsibilities

• Support cybersecurity functions in a classified cloud environment.
• Manage vulnerability scans and prioritize actions for system owners.

Skills

Technical Security Consultancy

Security Operations

Vulnerability Management

Threat Detection

Incident Response

Threat Hunting

Communication Skills

Education

BS or MS in Computer Science

Equivalent Job Experience

Tools

AWS

Microsoft Top Secret Clouds

SIEM Technologies

SOAR Security Solutions

Job description

Your work days are brighter here.

At Workday, it all began with a conversation over breakfast. When our founders met at a sunny California diner, they came up with an idea to revolutionize the enterprise software market. And when we began to rise, one thing that really set us apart was our culture, driven by our value of putting our people first. The happiness, development, and contribution of every Workmate is central to who we are. Our Workmates believe a healthy employee-centric, collaborative culture is the essential mix of ingredients for success in business. That’s why we look after our people, communities, and the planet while still being profitable. Feel encouraged to shine, however that manifests: you don’t need to hide who you are. You can feel the energy and the passion; it's what makes us unique. Inspired to make a brighter work day for all and transform with us to the next stage of our growth journey? Bring your brightest version of you and have a brighter work day here.

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About the Team

At Workday, we help the world’s largest organizations adapt to what’s next by bringing finance, HR, and planning into a single enterprise cloud. We work hard, and we’re serious about what we do. But we like to have fun, too. We put people first, celebrate diversity, drive innovation, and do good in the communities where we live and work.

Workday's Cyber Defense team helps protect an ever-growing technology, global footprint. We are responsible for monitoring, detecting, and responding to threats to the company and keeping the trust of our customers. Functions like Security Response, Threat Intelligence, Detection Engineering, Secure Code Development, and many others make up the fabric of who we are and what we do daily around the world. The National Security Group leads all cyber defense, personnel security, and security compliance functions for Defense and Intelligence Community Workday customer environments.

About the Role

This role will support one or more direct or indirect contracts with the U.S. Federal Government which, due to federal government security requirements, mandates that all Workday personnel working on the contracts be United States citizens (naturalized or native).

Workday is expanding into the US Government air-gapped classified cloud environment. We are looking for a Principal Cybersecurity Engineer to help build out the team, technology, and processes to support cybersecurity in this new environment. You will be our Cyber Defense presence in the air-gapped network and will be part of a team responsible for all cybersecurity functions such as vulnerability management, incident response, threat hunting, and threat detection. You will work closely with the customers and our Cyber Defense teams to ensure consistency across environments and develop best practices in this exciting environment.

About You

Basic Qualifications

• This position requires a TS/SCI with CI polygraph security clearance. Applicants must already possess a valid and active TS/SCI with CI polygraph security clearance.
• 10+ years of experience in technical security consultancy, security operations, response, vulnerability management, threat detection, or threat hunting.
• 2+ years of hands-on technical leadership experience.
• Experience deploying, monitoring, and managing systems in the AWS or Microsoft Top Secret clouds.
• BS or MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent job experience.

Other Qualifications

• Strong understanding of platform, application, and cloud security fundamentals.
• Familiarity with containerized applications and their security considerations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of adversary TTPs (Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures).
• Deep understanding of network and application security threats, attack techniques, and mitigation options.
• Experience managing vulnerability scans and effectively prioritizing actions for system owners.
• Experience building and maintaining investigation and/or response tools.
• Experience with SIEM and SOAR security technologies and solutions.
• Experience with hunting techniques.
• Able to work independently and coordinate activities across multiple teams.
• Ability to drive multiple projects and priorities while managing operational responsibilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, building positive relationships with partner organizations.

Workday Pay Transparency Statement

The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. Workday pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters can share more detail during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things. For more information regarding Workday’s comprehensive benefits, please click here.

Primary Location: USA.VA.McLean (Tyson's Corner) Primary Location Base Pay Range: $182,300 USD - $273,400 USD Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $164,900 USD - $288,000 USD

Our Approach to Flexible Work

With Flex Work, we’re combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you'll have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote "home office" roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter.

Pursuant to applicable Fair Chance law, Workday will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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