Sr. Workday Implementation & Configuration Analyst - W2 (NO CC, 1099) - Remote, Sommerset NJ OR Austin TX (have to travel in for moments that matter) - Posted by Tauqeer
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Summary: We are looking for a Senior Workday Implementation and Configuration Analyst to lead the implementation of a new Workday HR system, focusing on security configuration, process flow design, and platform administration. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience with Workday implementations and will not be involved in software development but rather in high-level platform administration. This role requires collaboration with HR, IT, and external partners to ensure successful deployment and long-term stability of the system. Strong analytical skills and the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment are essential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and execute Workday configuration tasks, including:
- Security group setup and maintenance
- Business process design and optimization
- Platform settings and tenant configuration
- Serve as a Workday subject matter expert during implementation phases
- Collaborate with HR, IT, and external Workday partners to ensure alignment on system design and functionality
- Troubleshoot and resolve configuration issues, especially those related to security and access
- Document configuration decisions, workflows, and system architecture
- Provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders on Workday functionality
- Support post-implementation stabilization and enhancement efforts
Key Skills:
- 5+ years of Workday experience, including at least one full-cycle implementation
- Deep understanding of Workday security frameworks and business process configuration
- Experience with Workday platform administration (non-development)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
- Ability to work independently and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Workday certifications in HCM, Security, or Business Process Configuration (preferred)
- Experience working in hybrid or remote teams (preferred)
- Familiarity with HR operations and compliance requirements (preferred)
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: USA
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
We are seeking a Senior Workday Implementation and Configuration Analyst to lead and support the implementation of our new Workday HR system. This role is critical to ensuring a successful deployment and long-term stability of the platform, with a strong focus on security configuration, process flow design, and platform administration.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Workday implementations, particularly in configuring security groups, business process frameworks, and platform settings. This is not a software development role, but rather a high-level platform administration and configuration position.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and execute Workday configuration tasks, including:
- Security group setup and maintenance
- Business process design and optimization
- Platform settings and tenant configuration
- Serve as a Workday subject matter expert during implementation phases
- Collaborate with HR, IT, and external Workday partners to ensure alignment on system design and functionality
- Troubleshoot and resolve configuration issues, especially those related to security and access
- Document configuration decisions, workflows, and system architecture
- Provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders on Workday functionality
- Support post-implementation stabilization and enhancement efforts
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of Workday experience, including at least one full-cycle implementation
- Deep understanding of Workday security frameworks and business process configuration
- Experience with Workday platform administration (non-development)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
- Ability to work independently and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Workday certifications in HCM, Security, or Business Process Configuration
- Experience working in hybrid or remote teams
- Familiarity with HR operations and compliance requirements