Workday HRIS/Security Analyst Sr

• Primary focus of role will be responsible for Workday Security for all HR modules, with some additional work in configuration, maintenance and optimization of HR modules
• Leads and provides advanced operational and technical system support
• Works with internal customers and information technology to troubleshoot and resolve complex system problems
• Evaluates current system configuration and responds to requests or inquiries on system capabilities
• Gathers and analyzes information to understand business requirements and workflow processes
• Identifies areas of improvement, recommends, develops, and configures system solutions, tests new functionality, and ensures successful implementation
• Creates functional specifications based upon business requirements
• Ensures alignment functionality with best practices, business processes, and procedures
• Maintains appropriate security of the system based on business needs
• Coordinates and participates in system upgrades and system testing
• Creates detailed test plans, defines various scenarios and executes test plans
• Coordinates user acceptance testing and other testing
• Develops, implements, and evaluates complex human resources systems project specifications and timelines
• Maintains system tables and configures the system to meet business requirements
• Ensures project timelines are adhered to
• Designs and maintains system modules to meet user needs
• Maintains ongoing system/data integrity to ensure accuracy
• Educates and trains human resources system users on system functionalities
• Acts as a liaison between human resources, information systems, system users, and third-party vendors or consultants
• Serves as a subject matter expert/resource on human resources technology related processes
• Escalates issues/risks proactively to appropriate team members and leaders
• Role will work individually and with a team providing subject matter expertise and hands-on Workday configuration during implementation, upgrades, optimization projects, and production
• Provide technical support, research, troubleshoot and timely resolution of issues
• Adhere to and encourage the organizational methodology for change control issue resolution and process documentation
• Develop, test, and deploy security and reports to meet functional requirements
• Perform system setup and user security provisioning
• Implement business process policy changes in Workday in coordination with SMEs
• Advise other Workday leads on the security impact of BP and configuration changes
• Configure business process policies to meet business needs, finding solutions to automate and streamline processes, creating dashboards, and managing projects using agile methodology
• Manage user roles and permissions to ensure that employees have the appropriate access to Workday features
• Maintain Workday ticketing system
• Help ensure data accuracy by validating security settings and conducting checks for data integrity
• Assist and coordinate with the evaluation, quality reviews and testing documentation of the system upgrades, new feature releases and implementation
• Conduct regular audits of user access and security configurations to identify any discrepancies or vulnerabilities
• Stay current on Workday updates and implement new security features as they become available
• Provide training for end-users and stakeholders on security protocols and best practices

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field
• Typically requires 5 years of technical experience in human resources systems which includes experiences in human capital management implementations and systems modules such as benefits, compensation, recruiting, performance management, learning management, succession planning, help desk/service center and human resources analytics
• Strong and broad functional knowledge of benefits, compensation, talent acquisition, talent management and organization development functions/processes
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and highly experienced in researching, designing and implementing solutions and maintaining/upgrading systems
• Comprehensive understanding of how various ERP HR modules interact and affect one another
• Demonstrated ERP business process configuration experience
• Strong experience in researching configuration issues, designing and implementing solutions and maintaining/upgrading systems
• High critical thinking and troubleshooting skills
• Advanced hands-on knowledge/experience in creating and executing EIBs to manage system data
• Advanced knowledge of web-based/cloud ERP systems to support human resources
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools and large-scale automated systems
• Expertise in preparing, importing and manipulating data in spreadsheets/databases and other HR technology tools
• Excellent analytical skills to make sound decisions/recommendations
• Ability to translate user requirements into system specifications
• Demonstrated ability to effectively use ERP systems to create/maintain custom reports, calculated fields and ability to design visual data-driven solutions
• Maintain general understanding of ERP security model
• Translates business objectives into system requirements
• Skills in developing project plans/timelines, implementing tasks, evaluating outcomes and coordinating work of teams
• Ability to identify and resolve technical and workflow issues
• Ability to work in a fast paced, complex environment, handle multiple tasks, set priorities and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently with little to no guidance/supervision, make decisions and move projects or changes forward
• Excellent communication skills
• Requires strong understanding of Workday functionality, modules and configuration in various HR modules
• Workday Security experience required
• Ability to work remotely
• Must sit and walk the majority of the workday as well as stand, walk, lift, bend, twist, crawl, and kneel throughout
• This position requires travel so will be exposed to weather and road conditions

Workday Reporting experience preferred

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance