Senior Cybersecurity Engineer - US Federal

Workday is expanding into the US Government air-gapped classified cloud environment. This role will support one or more direct or indirect contracts with the U.S. Federal Government, which mandates that all Workday personnel working on the contracts be United States citizens (naturalized or native). We are looking for a Senior 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.

Responsibilities

Support one or more direct or indirect contracts with the U.S. Federal Government; Help build out the team, technology, and processes to support cybersecurity in the air-gapped classified cloud environment; Serve as Cyber Defense presence in the air-gapped network; Perform cybersecurity functions including vulnerability management, incident response, threat hunting, and threat detection; Work closely with customers and Cyber Defense teams to ensure consistency across environments; Develop best practices

Requirements

United States citizenship (naturalized or native); 8+ 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; 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; Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance

Nice to have

Active TS/SCI w/CI Poly security clearance

Benefits

Eligibility for Workday Bonus Plan or role-specific commission/bonus; Annual refresh stock grants; Flexible work approach combining in-person time and remote