Workday Admin and Security Analyst

About Synechron

We began life in 2001 as a small, self-funded team of technology specialists. Since then, we’ve grown our organization to 17,000 people, across 58 offices, in 22 countries, in key global markets.

Innovative tech solutions for business

We're now a leading global digital consulting firm, providing innovative technology solutions for business. As a trusted partner, we're always at the forefront of change as we lead digital optimization and modernization journeys for our clients.

Customized end-to-end solutions

Our expertise in AI, Consulting, Data, Digital, Cloud & DevOps and Software Engineering, delivers customized, end-to-end solutions that drive business value and growth.

The Role:

Synechron is seeking an experienced Workday Admin & Security Analyst to manage the overall security architecture and governance across the Workday platform. This role will be responsible for supporting and enhancing security across Workday modules including HCM, Compensation, Absence, Learning, Recruiting, Talent, and Performance, while partnering with HR and technology stakeholders to deliver secure and scalable solutions.

The Responsibilities:

• Configure, maintain, and provide guidance on Workday security, including domain security policies, security roles, and role assignments.
• Perform audits of system roles and access logs to ensure data security, compliance, and accuracy.
• Partner with the HR Operations team to manage and execute mass data uploads using Enterprise Interface Builder (EIB).
• Provide hands-on configuration of Workday domain and business process security policies, role assignments, and organizational structures.
• Ensure system and security assignment integrity in compliance with GDPR, internal controls, and other regulatory requirements.
• Lead the design, development, testing, training, auditing, and implementation of Workday security and organizational solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support integrations between Workday and internal applications.
• Support testing activities, issue resolution, and proof-of-concept development based on business requirements.
• Build strong relationships with Workday domain experts, key users, internal technology teams, and third-party vendors.
• Collaborate closely with the HRIS team to support testing efforts associated with internal changes and Workday releases.
• Deliver exceptional customer support through internal ticketing systems and other communication channels.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of proven experience designing, implementing, and supporting Workday security solutions aligned with complex business requirements.
• Strong knowledge of both basic and advanced Workday security configuration, including delivered and custom organizations.
• Experience creating, loading, and troubleshooting EIBs.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and manage large volumes of information accurately.
• Ability to build partnerships across cross-functional teams and facilitate collaboration.
• Capable of working independently and within a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Workday certifications are highly preferred.

We offer:

• 15 days (3 weeks) of paid annual leave plus an additional 10 days of personal leave (floating days and sick days).
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability.
• RRSP with employer’s contribution up to 4%.
• A higher education certification policy.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving and global work culture.

S YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.