Workiva · 2 days ago
Principal Security Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Lead/Staff
$177K/yr - $284K/yr
10+ years expWorkiva is a company focused on security architecture and cloud systems, seeking a Principal Security Engineer. The role involves leading security vision and strategy, collaborating with architecture and infrastructure teams, and enhancing the cloud security posture through innovative techniques and AI-driven tools.
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Responsibilities
Leads business and technical partners with expert knowledge of relevant security technologies
Applies innovative techniques to address emerging technologies, specifically focusing on AI integration and modern cloud security paradigms
Prepares and analyzes overall security architecture and detailed systems specifications for complex security systems
Serves as InfoSec Ambassador and lead technical representative to Infrastructure and Reliability and R&D as a whole
Leads discussion with stakeholder teams regarding best practices in design and implementation of secure cloud systems
Leads initiatives designed to share knowledge across InfoSec, R&D, and Technology teams
Identifies, recommends, coordinates, and delivers timely knowledge to support teams regarding technologies, processes or tools
Develops and executes strategies to increase Cloud Security knowledge throughout the enterprise
Represents Security Platform in development and implementation of the overall global enterprise cloud architecture
Designs, develops, and implements cloud-native architectures that will allow requirements to be met with appropriate security controls present
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field; or 8 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD with 6 years of experience; or equivalent practical experience
Min 10 years experience with Security Architecture and/or Engineering
Min 5 years minimum experience with Cloud platforms
Preferred
In-depth knowledge of Cloud services relevant to Workiva's infrastructure, their configuration, and common security problems
Experience using, implementing, or securing Artificial Intelligence technologies. Candidates must demonstrate an 'AI-first' mindset in solving modern security challenges
Experience with assessment, development, implementation, optimization, and documentation of a comprehensive and broad set of security technologies and processes
Working knowledge of common and industry standard cloud-native/cloud-friendly authentication mechanisms
Experience with deployment orchestration, automation, and security configuration management
Experience performing threat modeling and design reviews to assess security implications and requirements for introduction of new technologies
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to be successful in a team environment
Ability to work independently with minimal direction
Technical writing experience
Benefits
A discretionary bonus typically paid annually
Restricted Stock Units granted at time of hire
401(k) match and comprehensive employee benefits package
Company
Workiva
Workiva created Wdesk, a cloud-based platform for enterprises to collect, manage, report, and analyze critical business data in real time.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$680.58MKey Investors
Bluestem Capital
2023-08-14Post Ipo Debt· $625M
2014-12-12IPO
2014-10-17Series Unknown· $0.69M
Leadership Team
Julie Iskow
President & CEO
Penny Ashley Lawrence
SVP, CPX (Customer & Partner Experience)
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