The Principal Security Engineer will work with architecture and infrastructure teams to direct the design and development of Workiva security architectures to protect data deployed into multiple cloud systems. This position prioritizes long-term security architecture, the integration of AI-driven security tooling, and DevSecOps maturity. You will help lead the security vision and strategy across all platforms, and partner with leaders across the business to identify key risks and opportunities to enhance Workiva's cloud security posture.

What you'll do

• 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.

What you'll need

Minimum Qualifications

• 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 Qualifications

• 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

Travel

• Up to 20% travel for customer, partner, and internal meetings

• Reliable internet access for periods of remote working

How You’ll Be Rewarded

✅ Salary range in the US: $177,000.00 - $284,000.00

✅ A discretionary bonus typically paid annually

✅ Restricted Stock Units granted at time of hire

✅ 401(k) match and comprehensive employee benefits package

The salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this job in the US. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience and other relevant factors.

Employment decisions are made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other protected characteristic.

Workiva is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. To request assistance with the application process, please email talentacquisition@workiva.com.

Workiva employees are required to undergo comprehensive security and privacy training tailored to their roles, ensuring adherence to company policies and regulatory standards.

Workiva supports employees in working where they work best - either from an office or remotely from any location within their country of employment.

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