Workday Security Consutlant

Key Responsibilities

• Lead security solution design across Core HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Absence, Recruiting, Talent, and Payroll modules.
• Partner with HR teams to translate business requirements into scalable Workday security configurations.
• Design, develop, and support Workday Security functionality including creating and maintaining security groups, user and role-based security assignments and updating domain security, authentication and proxy policies as needed.
• Conduct security impact assessments for releases, enhancements, and regulatory changes.
• Follow SDLC framework for enhancements and projects.

Security Architecture, Controls & Governance

• Own security governance frameworks for access, role rationalization, and audit readiness.
• Conduct regular audits on Workday access to ensure accuracy and compliance and respond to requests for security audits as needed working with our HR, HR Risk or leadership teams.
• Actively pursue innovative initiatives and improvements in current Workday security processes.
• Act as the Workday Security subject matter expert whether working on your own development projects or through providing guidance and training to internal Workday Security team.

Required Experience

• 4+ years of Workday experience in HCM security
• Experience in Workday configuration preferred, with a strong understanding of HR processes and procedures
• Experience in data governance and security best practices
• Experience operating in regulated or compliance-driven environments