Here at Appian, our values of Intensity and Excellence define who we are. We set high standards and live up to them, ensuring that everything we do is done with care and quality. We approach every challenge with ambition and commitment, holding ourselves and each other accountable to achieve the best results. When you join Appian, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to accomplishing hard things, together. The Principal GRC Security Analyst at Appian will play a key role in advising and assisting federal customers in designing, implementing, and maintaining secure Appian-based solutions. This position requires a strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, the government's IT security authorization process, and experience with the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Authority to Operate (ATO) processes. The Senior Analyst will leverage their experience to guide customers through the security authorization process, contribute to the development of secure architectures, and mentor junior team members. This role involves working with cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure in the context of government managed services. This role is based at our HQ in McLean, VA. Appian was built on a culture of in-person collaboration, which we believe is a key driver of our mission to be the best. Employees hired for this position are expected to be in the office 4 - 5 days per week to foster that culture, ensure we thrive through shared ideas and teamwork, and maximize opportunities to connect with the exceptional people across Appian. While working in-person with customers is our main priority, we also believe the office environment enables more opportunities to celebrate wins, collaborate effectively, and build strong relationships across teams.