Workday Configuration Analyst — HCM & Talent Analytics

KBR Careers; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Workday Configuration Analyst to join the HRIS leadership team in Houston, with potential for remote work for the right candidate. This role configures Workday modules, supports upgrades, ensures data integrity, and partners with IT and People teams to deliver scalable, employee-centric solutions.

The position emphasizes process optimization, reporting, data governance, and ongoing learning to stay current with Workday functionality across core HCM, recruiting, compensation,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, data analytics, or related field.
• 5+ years supporting HRIS/HR technology environments with enterprise systems.
• Hands-on Workday configuration across multiple modules with reporting and security.

Responsibilities

• Configure and support Workday modules (Core HCM, Recruiting, Compensation, Learning, Talent, Absence).
• Design and optimize Workday business processes and system functionality.
• Support Workday releases, perform testing, and deploy new features.
• Develop and maintain Workday reports, dashboards, hubs, and data extracts.
• Ensure data integrity via audit controls and governance standards.
• Collaborate with People and business teams to gather requirements and deliver solutions.
• Provide Tier 2 user support, maintain knowledge base, and deliver training materials.
• Assist with data privacy compliance and Workday security protocols.
• Plan and execute high-volume data loads using EIBs across functions.

Skills

Workday configuration

Security model

Reporting tools

UAT testing

Communications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, data analytics, business administration

Tools

EIBs

Advanced/Matrix/Composite reports

Job description

KBR is seeking a Workday Configuration Analyst to join the HRIS leadership team in Houston, with potential for remote work for the right candidate. This role configures Workday modules, supports upgrades, ensures data integrity, and partners with IT and People teams to deliver scalable, employee-centric solutions.

The position emphasizes process optimization, reporting, data governance, and ongoing learning to stay current with Workday functionality across core HCM, recruiting, compensation,