Workday Security Administrator II (Remote)

Cisco•Research Triangle Park, NC

4d•$93,500 - $125,500•Remote

About The Position

The Workday solutions team is responsible for a secure and efficient Workday experience, working in close-knit, Agile squads that prioritize open communication and collective problem-solving. The team celebrates diverse perspectives and is committed to integrity in protecting the company's employees. This role is for a thoughtful problem-solver passionate about creating a secure, efficient, and inclusive digital environment. As a Workday Security Administrator, you will be a strategic partner in the Workday ecosystem, balancing robust security with seamless user access. You will serve as a trusted collaborator to HR, IT, and Compliance teams, ensuring data security while empowering the global workforce. The role involves designing and maintaining role-based security structures, managing the full lifecycle of user access, leading security audits, staying updated on Workday releases for security enhancements, and cultivating a culture of transparency through documentation and guidance.

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.
3 to 4+ years of experience with Workday security, including security domains, business process policies, and security group configuration.
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 in a global organization, 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.
A natural interest in sophisticated problem-solving and a detail-oriented approach to troubleshooting system issues and access requests.
Experience working in an Agile environment using Jira, participating in two sprints.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Design and maintain robust, role-based security structures that prioritize the principle of the least privilege, ensuring 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 the team to perform their best work securely.
Lead regular security audits and collaborate with partners 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 the 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
10 paid holidays per full calendar year, plus 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees
1 paid day off for employee’s birthday, paid year-end holiday shutdown, and 4 paid days off for personal wellness determined by Cisco
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, and 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 (non-sales roles)
performance-based incentive pay (sales roles)
grants of Cisco restricted stock units