Workday Security Consultant

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and analyze Workday security issues with HR business which may require functional skills in Workday business process and reporting to identify and resolve issues
• Partner with various HRT Leads and cross functional teams to gather requirements, recommend, configure, test and deliver security related configuration needed for new functionality and change requests
• Deep knowledge of Workday security configuration to recommend, streamline and simplify security roles and groups
• Execute WD Security role assignment audits, analyze results and address any issues
• Respond to all audits and ensure compliance with Workday governance model
• Create, configure, test and maintain all types of Workday security groups
• Update security groups: business process and domain security policies as needed
• Assign role and user-based security groups to users as needed
• Document all security processes as needed including any security changes and enhancements
• Provide recommendations on security updates/enhancements to drive the efficiency of security model
• Lead discussions with cross functional teams and key stakeholders as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills:

• Analytical and able to effectively apply logic to solve problems
• Ability to handle multiple tasks/projects concurrently and meet deadlines, despite conflicting demands
• Ability to take accountability and resolve issues independently
• Ability to follow documented processes to ensure adherence for audit purposes
• Ability to lead projects/requests and drive to required outcome
• Must be a motivated, self-starter who is able to work independently in a high volume fast paced global environment with limited supervision and direction
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of global leadership

Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree with 5+ years of experience in Workday Security Configuration and Administration including experience with Workday Business Process/Reporting/HCM/Complex Security configuration
• Experience in a technical environment with strong ability to configure Workday
• HR/Security knowledge in a global workspace
• Experience with security and compliance audits required
• Workday Security Pro certification a plus