Workday HCM Sr. Security Administrator

Ampcus, Inc; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampcus, Inc is seeking a highly motivated Workday HCM Sr. Security Administrator to lead security functions within the HCM modules.

The ideal candidate has over 6 years of experience in security administration and strong expertise in Workday. This role involves developing secure solutions, leading discussions with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with security standards.

Qualifications

• 6 years of experience in Security Administration for Workday HCM.
• Proven expertise in user authentication and data security.
• Experience in leading Workday security projects.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead Workday Security subject-matter expert.
• Provide expert analysis for security configuration.
• Develop documentation for security designs and controls.

Skills

Workday Security expertise

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Active Workday Pro Security Certifications

Job description

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title

Workday HCM Sr. Security Administrator

Location

Hampton, VA

Job Summary

• Post implementation security review to confirm approach for security adheres to controls for secure, compliant and scalable access across all HCM modules, reporting, integrations and technical oversight monitoring and support.
• To include positioned with a governance structure that includes routine security audits, access control reviews, and compliance checks.
• The Workday Sr Security Administrator primary responsibility to lead to partner with Client and vendor to confirm governance structure and post implementation review security configuration with an all-inclusive, top-down view to identify inconsistencies and layers of complexity that may no longer be required per established governance structure.

Essential Job Functions

• Serve as lead Workday Security subject‑matter expert.
• Initiate and lead discussions with stakeholders, HR partners, Risk, Compliance, and Technology and vendor support teams to understand access needs to deliver secure compliant security solutions for complex and cross‑functional environments.
• Provide expert analysis for security configuration, identifying gaps, risks, inefficiencies, unintended access and recommending mitigation strategies.
• Support Workday reporting and integration security, ensuring appropriate data access, secure data transmission, and compliance with internal control frameworks.
• Developing reports utilizing Workday Report Designer Tools
• Work with implementation partner and Client internal resources on Authentication and SSO.
• Provide as needed support for troubleshooting and remediation of security and technical issues.
• Assist with development and reporting efforts in Workday's HCM system.
• Create requested documentation supporting system design, development, and testing.
• Perform maintenance and development work in a manner that is consistent with company standards and procedures.
• Develop documentation in line with approach for on‑going review and maintenance for security designs, SOX controls, audit evidence, standards and decision rationale.
• Position agency to proactively monitor upcoming Workday releases and evaluate new security functionality to identify opportunities to strengthen controls, improve audit outcomes and increase efficiency.
• Other related tasks to ensure on‑going secure and supported system.
• Manage records created and received in compliance with the Records Management Policies and Procedures.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills essential to Job Functions

• Demonstrates senior level expertise with proven record of success in Workday Security to include HCM modules (Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, Time and Attendance and etc...) reporting and integration security.
• Proven experience designing and maintaining role‑based security models within Workday, along with expertise in domain, business process and reporting security.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as contributor at the Manager level, managing complete priorities and accountability without people management responsibility.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve complex security access and approval scenarios/ issues.
• Demonstrated experience in leading and managing security projects for workday implementation, including planning, execution, and risk management.
• Collaboration, analytical, and teamwork skills. Demonstrated ability working in a collaborative and transparent environment.
• Ability to mentor team members and transfer knowledge to others
• Must be technically and functionally oriented (good problem solving and troubleshooting skills), excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), self‑motivated, self‑directed, good multi‑tasking skills, quality oriented, flexible, and committed to successful on‑time completion of tasks.
• Strong communication, problem‑solving, and collaboration skills are essential for effectively working with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Safety Responsibility

• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect oneself, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm.
• Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures and policies. Take an active part in reporting unsafe conditions and any hazards within the workplace to their Supervisor, Manager and/or the Safety Department.

Qualifications

• 6 years of experience Security Administration Workday HCM.
• 6 years of proven expertise in user authentication, user authorization and data security
• 6 years of proven expertise in system auditing for Workday HRMS solution
• 6 years proven experience creating and updating custom reports utilizing the latest Workday HCM reporting tools.
• Active Workday Pro Security Certifications

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work requires high‑speed operation of keyboard devices. Also requires lifting and transferring of computer equipment as needed.

Unusual Demands

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work involves meeting multiple demands on a timely basis.

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.