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.
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.
experience to meaningful, mission-driven work—alongside colleagues who take pride in building things that last—you’ll find that opportunity at Workday
This position requires a balance of operational leadership, deep technical expertise, and the ability to communicate risk effectively to leadership.
About You This role may require a security clearance at the TS/SCI level.
Applicants must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance. Basic
experience leading or mentoring security operations personnel Deep
Experience supporting secure cloud environments and/or air-gapped networks Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience Other
Qualifications Strong understanding of adversary TTPs and MITRE ATT&CK framework
Experience with SOAR platforms (e.g., Tines) and security automation Proven ability to manage escalations and high-severity incidents
Experience developing KPIs, SLAs, and operational metrics Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills under pressure Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams (Red, Blue, Engineering, Compliance) Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience building and improving SOC playbooks and runbooks Certifications meeting DoD 8570
Experience
Qualifications 10+ years of
experience in cybersecurity operations, incident response, or threat detection 5+ years of
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.
requirements 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.
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.
Primary Location: USA.VA.Reston Primary Location Base Pay Range: $184,800 USD - $277,200 USD Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $167,200 USD - $300,000 USD Our Approach to Flexible Work With Flex Work, we’re combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote.
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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.
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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.
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Our work supports U.S. federal agencies as they modernize and transform the full employee lifecycle
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