HRIS Analyst

Agile Defense • McLean, VA

19d • Remote

About The Position

The HRIS Analyst is responsible for the ownership, optimization, and governance of People Operations systems and workforce data. This role ensures that UKG and Smartsheet are configured, maintained, and leveraged to deliver accurate data, scalable workflows, audit-ready documentation, and actionable workforce insights.

The HRIS Analyst enables data-driven decision-making across People Operations and leadership by translating workforce data into meaningful insights, while ensuring system integrity, compliance readiness, and operational efficiency. This role acts as the technical and analytical backbone of the People Operations function.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of hands-on experience supporting, administering, or analyzing HRIS platforms within a People Operations or Human Resources function
• Hands-on experience with HR data management, reporting, and system transactions (e.g., job changes, compensation updates, employee lifecycle events)
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Organization and time management
• HRIS proficiency
• Clear and professional communication
• Service orientation with accountability

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Systems, Business Administration, Analytics, or a related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Own HRIS Configuration and Optimization (UKG)
• Maintain Data Accuracy and Audit Readiness
• Develop Workforce Dashboards and Analytics
• Support System Integrations and Automation
• Translate Data into Actionable Workforce Insights

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees