Application Administrator - Workday

DPR Construction; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative and employee-owned company is seeking a skilled Application Administrator to support Workday applications. In this hybrid role, you will ensure application availability and perform vital configuration, deployment, and maintenance tasks. Your expertise in Workday administration will be crucial for managing security configurations and conducting audits to maintain compliance with regulations. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and fosters a culture of opportunity and innovation. If you are ready to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking organization, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Workday administration experience, focusing on security management.
• Bachelor's degree in IT or equivalent experience required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical SME for Workday administration and security management.
• Conduct security audits and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.

Skills

Workday Administration

Security Management

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT

Workday Pro Platform Administrator Certification

Tools

Workday RaaS

EIB

Web Services API

XML

XSLT

Job description

The Application Administrator – Workday supports enterprise applications within the Application Administration department of the Enterprise Technology Solutions (ETS) workgroup, primarily focusing on Workday. They ensure application availability, perform configuration, deployment, maintenance, and support activities, including Tier 3 support, complex issue resolution, and project collaboration. The role requires expertise in one or more applications, with strong technical, analytical, customer service, and problem-solving skills.

Role Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical SME for Workday administration, including security management.
• Implement and maintain security configurations, such as security groups, domains, user permissions, and policies.
• Assist in testing security roles and configurations for projects involving sensitive data.
• Conduct security audits, maintain compliance, and coordinate with security teams to meet regulatory standards (GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA, etc.).
• Develop test plans, track defects, and analyze security impacts of Workday upgrades.
• Support business processes by recommending best practices and managing change requests.
• Collaborate with project teams and manage user and service accounts, roles, and permissions.
• Provide Tier 2/3 support, including incident investigation, root cause analysis, and escalation.
• Document procedures, create user instructions, and maintain technical documentation.

Role Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Workday Pro Platform Administrator or Security certification.

Knowledge & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of Workday administration experience, including security.
• Experience with Workday RaaS, EIB, Web Services API, XML, and XSLT is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and planning skills.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and troubleshoot issues effectively.

Work Conditions

• Prolonged sitting/standing at a computer.
• Occasional domestic travel required.
• Hybrid role with remote work and attendance at local DPR office meetings.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, employee-owned company specializing in complex, sustainable projects across various markets. Founded in 1990, DPR has grown into a multi-billion-dollar organization with a global presence. We foster a culture of opportunity, innovation, and collaboration. Learn more at www.dpr.com/careers.