HR Workday Security Governance Lead

Kyndryl; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Kyndryl is seeking an HR Workday Security Specialist to provide governance over Workday security architecture and controls. You will guide risk assessments, validate implementations, and ensure audit-ready security across the HR ecosystem.

The role partners with CIO, HR Technology, IAM, and Compliance to translate security policy into actionable configurations, while supporting SOX and regulatory reviews. Strong collaboration and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information security, computer science, cybersecurity, IT, HR, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in data security and privacy management, preferably in Workday or HR systems/tools.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain Workday security strategy, principles, and access models aligned with security standards.
• Establish role-based access and data protection policies governing Workday security configuration.
• Serve as Workday security SME, advising on domains, security groups, and sensitive data access.
• Review and approve Workday security designs and changes with policy and risk alignment.
• Develop and operationalize HR security policies and standards for Workday and related systems.
• Define control requirements for provisioning, approvals, and monitoring of Workday security.
• Ensure consistent Workday controls across regions and business units.
• Act as audit and compliance lead for HR applications; support SOX and regulatory reviews.

Skills

Communication

Technical Proficiency

Analytical Skills

Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information security, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Human Resources, or a related field

Job description

Kyndryl is seeking an HR Workday Security Specialist to provide governance over Workday security architecture and controls. You will guide risk assessments, validate implementations, and ensure audit-ready security across the HR ecosystem.

The role partners with CIO, HR Technology, IAM, and Compliance to translate security policy into actionable configurations, while supporting SOX and regulatory reviews. Strong collaboration and communication are essential.