Workday
Technology
PrincipalCybersecurityEngineer
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“Principal Cybersecurity Engineer at Workday. Skills: Cybersecurity, Cloud security, Threat hunting, Incident response. Support cybersecurity in air-gapped network. Manage cybersecurity functions”
Industry & Context.
United States citizen
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
10+ years technical security experience, 2+ years technical leadership, Deploy, monitor, manage AWS/MS Top Secret, BS/MS Computer Science or equivalent experience
Nice to Have
DoD 8570/8140 compliant IAT Level II, Platform, application, cloud security fundamentals, Familiarity with containerized applications, Knowledge of adversary TTPs, Deep understanding of network/app security threats, Manage vulnerability scans, Build/maintain investigation/response tools, Experience with SIEM and SOAR, Experience with hunting techniques
What You'll Do.
Support cybersecurity in air-gapped network
Manage cybersecurity functions
Perform vulnerability management
Conduct incident response
Perform threat hunting
Perform threat detection
Coordinate with Cyber Defense teams
Develop best practices
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Partner organizations
Communication Scope
Written communication; Verbal communication
Full Job Description
**Your work days are brighter here.** We’re obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us. As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, we’re shaping the future of work so teams can reach their potential and focus on what matters most. The minute you join, you’ll feel it. Not just in the products we build, but in how we show up for each other. Our culture is rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm. We’re in this together, tackling big challenges with bold ideas and genuine care. We look for curious minds and courageous collaborators who bring sun-drenched optimism and drive. Whether you're building smarter solutions, supporting customers, or creating a space where everyone belongs, you’ll do meaningful work with Workmates who’ve got your back. In return, we’ll give you the trust to take risks, the tools to grow, the skills to develop and the support of a company invested in you for the long haul. So, if you want to inspire a brighter work day for everyone, including yourself, you’ve found a match in Workday, and we hope to be a match for you too. **About the Team** Your work matters here. At Workday Government, we focus on outcomes that serve a larger mission. Our work supports U.S. federal agencies as they modernize and transform the full employee lifecycle experience and finance operations—so they can operate with greater clarity, accountability, and trust. As a Fortune 500 company and a proven enterprise cloud platform, Workday brings modern technology, responsible AI, and secure infrastructure to some of the most complex environments in the world. The work isn’t theoretical. It’s operational. It’s high-impact. And it demands rigor, integrity, and long-term thinking. From day one, you’ll be part of a team that values collaboration, follow-through, and doing the right thing—especially when the stakes are high. Our culture is grounded in integrity, respect, an
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