Workday Business Analyst

Cynet Systems • Baltimore, MD

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About The Position

We are seeking a skilled Workday Business Analyst with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience specifically working with the Workday ERP platform, demonstrating expertise in one or more functional areas such as Workday HCM, Workday Financials, Payroll, or Integration. Experience in a government, public sector, or large, complex organizational IT environment is highly desirable. This role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, proficiency in data analysis tools, and excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Familiarity with business analysis methodologies and project management skills are essential. The position involves in-depth knowledge of Workday core functionality, configuration, report design, and a strong understanding of data security principles within a government context. Experience with the Workday implementation lifecycle is also expected.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Business Analyst, Systems Analyst, or Consultant specifically working with the Workday ERP platform.
• Demonstrated expertise in one or more Workday functional areas (e.g., Workday HCM, Workday Financials, Payroll, or Integration).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in data analysis, modeling, and visualization using tools such as Excel, Power BI, SQL, and Tableau.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with business analysis methodologies, such as Agile, Waterfall, or Lean Six Sigma.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• In-depth knowledge of Workday core functionality and the ability to configure core modules.
• Proficiency in designing and running custom reports using Workday Report Writer and Calculated Fields.
• Strong understanding of data security principles, especially as applied to PII and confidential information in a government context.
• Familiarity with the Workday implementation lifecycle (Plan, Architect, Configure, Test, Deploy).

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a government, public sector, or large, complex organizational IT environment.
• Workday Pro certification in a relevant functional area (e.g., HCM, Financials).
• Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business requirements and translate them into functional specifications for Workday.
• Configure and customize Workday modules to meet business needs.
• Design, develop, and maintain custom reports using Workday Report Writer and Calculated Fields.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, provide updates, and present findings.
• Ensure data security principles are applied, especially concerning PII and confidential information.
• Support the Workday implementation lifecycle, including planning, architecting, configuring, testing, and deploying solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Workday functionality and integrations.
• Apply business analysis methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, or Lean Six Sigma.
• Manage project tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level