Principal Cybersecurity Engineer – Cyber Defense (US Federal)
New Yesterday
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 with 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 Software Development or Devops within Cyber Security or Software Engineering or Public Cloud Platform Engineering.
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 .
Primary Location: USA.VA.McLean (Tyson's Corner)Primary Location Base Pay Range: $182,300 USD - $273,400 USDAdditional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $164,900 USD - $288,000 USD
- Location:
- Mclean