senior operations Systems Engineer ic · Posted Apr 20, 2026

About this role

Workday is hiring a senior-level Systems Engineer in the operations function based in McLean, VA. The posting calls out experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, Security.

Role
Systems Engineer
Function
operations
Level
senior
Track
Individual contributor
Employment
Full-time
Location
McLean, VA
Visa
Not sponsored
Posted
Apr 20, 2026
AI Summary
Senior-level Systems Engineer serving as system owner for federal information systems, responsible for lifecycle management across security, compliance, and operations. Requires US citizenship and experience with federal compliance frameworks like FedRAMP Moderate and IL4. Cross-functional role spanning security operations, GRC, and engineering teams.

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Job description

from Workday careers

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.

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