Workday Security Administrator II (Full-Time) - United States
About The Position
The Workday solutions team is the heartbeat behind a secure and efficient Workday experience. We believe that great security is a team effort, which is why we work in close-knit, Agile squads where your voice and expertise are valued every day. From sprint planning to retrospectives, we prioritize open communication and collective problem-solving. We celebrate the unique perspectives that come from working across borders and regulatory landscapes. We take pride in our commitment to integrity, knowing that our work protects the people who make our company great. If you are looking for a supportive environment where you can make a tangible impact while learning from colleagues around the world, you’ll fit right in. As a Workday Security Analyst, you will be a strategic partner in our Workday ecosystem, balancing robust security with seamless user access. You will serve as a trusted collaborator to HR, IT, and Compliance teams, ensuring our data remains secure while empowering our global workforce to do their best work. We are looking for a thoughtful problem-solver who is passionate about creating a secure, efficient, and inclusive digital environment where everyone can thrive.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Information Systems, HR, Business, or a related field—or an equivalent combination of professional experience and continuous learning.
- 1–3 years of experience with Workday, including a demonstrable understanding of security domains, business process policies, and security group configurations.
- A natural interest in sophisticated problem-solving and a detail-oriented approach to troubleshooting system issues and access requests.
- Experience handling critical and confidential information with the highest level of professional integrity and care.
- Expertise using data tools like Microsoft Excel to support security audits, analyze trends, and maintain accurate documentation.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in Workday Security Administration, including familiarity with core modules (such as HCM, Payroll, or Financials) and relevant professional certifications.
- Experience supporting regulatory frameworks (e.g., SOX, GDPR) and audit activities, with exposure to specialized features like Prism Analytics or Adaptive Planning.
- A proactive interest in AI advancements and experience using tools like ChatGPT to streamline analysis, automate tasks, and strengthen security operations.
Responsibilities
- Design and maintain robust, role-based security structures that prioritize the principle of the least privilege, ensuring our systems are both highly secure and user-friendly.
- Serve as a trusted partner by handling the full lifecycle of user access, providing proactive support to resolve issues and enabling our team to perform their best work securely.
- Lead regular security audits and collaborate with stakeholders to uphold the highest standards of data privacy, regulatory compliance, and segregation of duties.
- Stay ahead of the curve by supervising Workday releases and leading security enhancements that keep our environment efficient, scalable, and future-ready.
- Cultivate a culture of transparency by maintaining clear documentation and guiding multi-functional teams through security best practices and system updates.
Benefits
- medical, dental and vision insurance
- a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution
- paid parental leave
- short and long-term disability coverage
- basic life insurance
- grants of Cisco restricted stock units
- 10 paid holidays per full calendar year
- 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
- 1 paid day off for employee’s birthday
- paid year-end holiday shutdown
- 4 paid days off for personal wellness
- 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year, accrued at rate of 4.92 hours per pay period for full-time employees (non-exempt)
- flexible vacation time off program (exempt)
- 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter
- up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward from one calendar year to the next
- Additional paid time away may be requested to deal with critical or emergency issues for family members
- Optional 10 paid days per full calendar year to volunteer
- annual bonuses (for non-sales roles)
- performance-based incentive pay (for sales roles)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
