Sr. HRIS Analyst - Workday | Remote, USA
Optiv
About the role
This remote, full-time role requires 5+ years of HR systems experience, including Workday configuration and report writing. You’ll provide end-to-end support across Workday HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Time & Absence, Talent, integrations, reporting, and security, while leading enhancements, testing, upgrades, and process improvements. The role also covers Workday security governance and SOX controls, with frequent partnership across HR, IT, Finance, vendors, and other stakeholders.
The Sr. HRIS Analyst will be part of the HRIS & HR Operations team responsible for solutioning and delivering quality HR system solutions to HR and our business by understanding end-user needs, building business cases, and developing business requirements. You will consult with HR areas to determine technology requirements that support business goals and translate those requirements into actionable project plans and HR system solutions. This role will partner with internal and external business stakeholders to increase business efficiency through standardizing and automating business processes through the innovative Workday HCM platform. This hands-on technical role demands excellent knowledge of HR business processes, has a strong analytical background and demonstrates project management methodologies. Configuration and report writing experience in Workday is required.
How you'll make an impact
- Lead and support HR technology enhancements including prioritization, research, resolution, change management, and issue tracking.
- Provide end-to-end functional support of Workday, including support of various HR Modules; HCM, Compensation, Advance Compensation, Benefits, Time & Absence, Talent Management, Report Writer, Integration management, Security Administration.
- Design and administer security architecture and governance across the Workday platform.
- Provide project management expertise and/or assist project teams associated with HR projects and initiatives including integrations, system upgrades, modifications, and enhancements.
- Serve as an HR technology liaison with HR, IT, Finance, and other business stakeholders regarding Workday business process design, data integrity, and security requirements.
- Serve as subject matter expert to optimize Optiv’s use of existing HR technology solutions resulting in enhanced operations and a consistent process experience.
- Responsible for facilitation of testing, change management, and coordination of enhancement configuration related to system configuration and upgrades.
- Design and recommend process improvements and innovative solutions.
- Management of escalated issues with internal team and vendors as required.
- Maintain an effective and scalable internal control environment with Workday: SOX, including ITGC and application controls.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
What we're looking for
- College degree in HR Management, Business Administration, or Information Systems desired.
- Minimum 5 years related experience required.
- HR Systems support and testing experience required (Workday required).
- Working knowledge of common Recruiting, Talent Management, Compensation or Learning concepts, practices, and procedures.
- Intermediate analytical aptitude and attention to detail.
- Ability to critically think and take complex information and break down into process.
- Ability to handle complex issues and sensitive information with a high regard of confidentiality.
- Ability to operate in a high-volume, fast paced environment with changing priorities as required.
- Proven ability to manage many concurrent projects and complete tasks in a timely manner with precision, using independent judgment to accomplish goals.
- Must be a self-starter, able to work autonomously and able to operate with minimal supervision in a highly visible role.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.