Workday Security Team Senior Software Engineer

The John Hopkins Health System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Sightline Security Team Sr. Software Engineer, where you will lead the enhancement of security protocols within a cutting-edge Workday environment. This role empowers you to make a real impact by mentoring junior team members and collaborating across departments to strengthen security measures. With a focus on process improvement and technology implementation, you'll thrive in a dynamic team that values creativity and innovation. Enjoy a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package while contributing to meaningful change in the healthcare sector in Baltimore.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Savings Plans

Telework Options

Generous Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience with computer systems and applications.
• Deep understanding of Workday security architecture and user provisioning.

Responsibilities

• Lead Workday security settings administration and user access controls.
• Participate in security assessments and incident response.

Skills

Process Improvement

Technology Implementation

Project Management

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Workday

Job description

Johns Hopkins Sightline: Unleash Your Impact

The Johns Hopkins Sightline Business Modernization Project is more than just a job - it's a mission. We're tearing down walls to unleash the full potential of our people. Baltimore, ranked a top 2024 destination by the New York Times, is your backdrop as you join a dynamic and entrepreneurial team to reimagine the way Johns Hopkins works. We're not just simplifying processes and transforming technology - we're empowering people to focus on what matters most: research, teaching, patient care, and community impact.

Does this sound like you?

• Thrive in fast-paced environments with daily new challenges and opportunities.
• Are passionate about simplifying complex systems to change people’s lives.
• Believe in transformation that empowers, not hinders, the front-line people.
• Have experience in process improvement, technology implementation, or project management.
• Enjoy analytical thinking and problem solving.
• Communicate clearly with a team.
• Possess a desire to grow and learn.

Joining Sightline means you’ll,

• Work with cutting-edge technology.
• Join a collaborative team of experts in higher education and healthcare.
• Build new skills with a team that encourages creativity, innovation, and personal growth.
• Gain valuable experience and expertise in process improvement, technology implementation, and change management.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement savings plans, telework options, and generous paid time off.

Become an architect of change and help shape the future of Johns Hopkins University and Medicine alongside a passionate team in Baltimore's vibrant hub.

Sightline is seeking a Sightline Security Team Sr. Software Engineer who will take a leading role in the management and enhancement of security protocols within our Workday environment. This role requires extensive knowledge of ERP (preferably Workday) security configuration and data protection practices. The ideal candidate will mentor junior team members, collaborate across departments, and contribute to strategic security initiatives.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Position’s Roles & Interactions

• Security Leadership: Lead the administration of Workday security settings, including user roles, permissions, and access controls to ensure appropriate access to sensitive data.
• Risk Management: Participate in regular security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and recommend enhancements to strengthen security posture.
• Incident Response: Lead participation in the investigation and resolution of security incidents involving Workday and coordinate with relevant teams to mitigate risks and implement corrective actions.
• Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a culture of security awareness and continuous improvement within the team.
• Training and Awareness: Support training and support to employees regarding Workday security best practices and protocols to promote a culture of security awareness.
• Collaboration: Partner with Sightline and business teams in both the Health System and the University, internal audit and compliance teams in the management of Workday security settings.

Specific Systems, Applications, Projects

• Workday’s suite of applications will be the focus of this position.

Scale/Size of Area, Project, and/or System Supported

• Works in a highly complex 70+ server environment supporting Johns Hopkins Enterprise Employee Resource Planning (ERP) solutions.
• Workday software is an integrated development solution incorporating JH’s key business functions of Human Resources (Payroll, Benefits), Materials Management (Purchasing, and Inventory Management), Grants/Funds Management, Finance, and Accounting.
• The Workday system will support over 60,000 users with the HCM module through payroll and benefits.
• Workday will interface with over 450+ other internal and external systems, including student services, banks, benefit providers, clinical applications, and e-commerce hubs to support the daily functions of the university and health system organizations. The Workday solution is comprised of the following systems:

Human Capital Management (HCM)

• Core HCM
• Recruiting
• Talent Management
• Compensation Management
• Absence Management
• Time Tracking
• Benefits Administration
• Payroll
• Workforce Planning and Analytics

Financial Management

• Core Financials
• Revenue Management
• Expense Management
• Procurement
• Inventory Management
• Projects
• Grant Management
• Audit and Internal Controls

Planning (Adaptive Planning)

• Budgeting and Forecasting
• Workforce Planning
• Operational Planning

Analytics and Reporting

• Workday Prism Analytics
• People Analytics
• Benchmarking

Extend (Platform)

• Workday Extend

On-call Requirements

• On-call responsibilities may be required at specific times during the Workday implementation and go-live.

Special Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Deep understanding of Workday or similar HR/Financial systems security architecture, user provisioning, and role-based access control.
• Knowledge of best practices in information security.
• Experience in participating in security audits, risk assessments, and incident response.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required. Additional experience may be substituted for education.

Six years of related work experience with computer systems and applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with the full life cycle of software development projects (analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, and maintenance).
• Workday certification in Security

Salary Range: $37.14/hour - $65.01/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility.

JHM prioritizes the health and well-being of every employee. Come be healthy at Hopkins!

Diversity and Inclusion are Johns Hopkins Medicine Core Values. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

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