HRIS Security and Compliance Analyst

San Manuel • Highland, CA

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About The Position

Reporting to the Manager, HRIS, the HRIS Security & Compliance Analyst safeguards the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of HR Technologies and employee data. Is responsible for administering system access, monitors compliance with internal policies and external regulations, and partners with HR, IT, Legal, and Risk and Audit teams to ensure secure and compliant HR technology operations. Serves as the subject matter expert for Workday security assignments, policies distributions and updates, risk mitigation, and data governance best practices. The role also proactively identifies risks, recommends process improvements, and contributes to the overall security strategy, ensuring the Workday environment remains secure, compliant, and well-governed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Information Systems, HR Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field required.
• Minimum two (2) years of hands-on Workday experience, with Workday Pro certification is preferred. Proficiency in Workday HCM Core, Security or Reporting is required.
• Minimum two (2) years of hands-on experience in a technology governance and compliance function required.
• Related, relevant, and/or direct experience may be considered in lieu of minimum educational requirements indicated above.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel is required, with proficiency in MS Teams and PowerPoint preferred. HR data management and security audits are essential. Proficiency in writing and reading Workday audit reports are required.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively. Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to collaborate across teams and business partners.
• Self-motivated and highly organized individual with a customer-focused mindset, able to work accurately under pressure and deadlines. Demonstrates critical thinking, confidentiality, and independent judgment in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to evaluate and prioritize real risks by identifying gaps, judging severity, and applying least‑privilege, zero‑trust, and secure‑by‑design principles to distinguish meaningful threats from procedural noise.
• Able to ask the right questions or dig into logs, configurations, and documentation to spot inconsistencies or missing controls while maintaining consistency across multiple audits.
• Able to handle sensitive information responsibly; remain objective and unbiased; and know when to escalate issues appropriately.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum two (2) years of hands-on Workday experience, with Workday Pro certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Security Administration
• System Governance & Controls
• Compliance & Risk Management
• Training & Stakeholder Support
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees