HR Systems Analyst - Workday (Security or Absence)

Works independently under close supervision, analyze work process design and flow, improve processes and leverage the return on technological capabilities. Ensures adherence to project schedules, maintain a systems orientation and can work effectively with peers to set technology priorities and conduct long-term planning. Test system changes, report writing and analyzing data flows for process improvement opportunities.

The Opportunity

Avantor is seeking a Workday Sr. HR Systems Analyst with a focus on Workday Security or Absence evaluation, design, and configuration within the HR Technology team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in implementing and maintaining robust security models and / or configuring Absence Management in Workday. This role emphasizes ensuring data security, adherence to least privileged access principles, and optimizing absence configurations to support business operations. The analyst will collaborate closely with functional and technical experts to ensure the integrity and effectiveness of security frameworks and absence configurations across Workday and interconnected systems.

This is a full-time, remote position. If you are passionate about data security or absence configuration, and making a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, innovative environment, Avantor is the place for you!

The Team

The HR Technology team is responsible for leveraging technology to meet the strategic needs of Avantor’s human resources operations while fostering an environment of continuous growth and development. As part of this dynamic team, you will contribute to projects that enhance Workday security or absence management configurations and improve user experiences across the company.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Human Resources, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Workday Security, including intersection and segment security, or 3 years of experience configuring Workday Absence Management.

Skills & Competencies:

• For Security Focus:
  • In-depth knowledge of Workday security frameworks and best practices to ensure robust access control and data protection.
  • Strong understanding of data security measures, enforcing least privilege access to minimize security risks.
  • Hands-on experience with advanced security configuration tools within Workday to optimize access management.
  • Ability to create, manage, and maintain security policies, roles, and domain security policies to align with organizational needs.
  • Experience in conducting security audits, ensuring compliance with SOX controls, and maintaining audit trails for accountability.
  • Efficiently manage role assignment requests, ensuring proper approvals and adherence to security protocols.

• For Absence Focus:
  • Hands-on experience in configuring Workday Absence Management, including setting up absence plans, time-off policies, and accrual calculations to ensure accurate leave tracking.
  • Proficient in designing and managing calculated fields, condition rules, and eligibility criteria for absence events to align with business requirements.
  • Skilled in managing year-end accrual configurations, ensuring accurate adjustments, compliance with company policies, and seamless rollovers.
  • Experience in configuring and managing leave of absence setups, including eligibility rules, return-to-work processes, and compliance considerations.
• Strong problem-solving skills with an analytical mindset.
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with ServiceNow HRSD.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Workday Pro Security certification or Workday Absence Pro certification is highly preferred.
• Additional experience in configuring other Workday modules (e.g., HCM, Benefits) is a plus.

HOW YOU WILL THRIVE AND CREATE AN IMPACT:

• Lead the design and implementation of Workday Security or Absence configurations to enhance system integrity and compliance.
• Collaborate with IT and HR teams to ensure seamless security protocols or absence management frameworks across multiple platforms.
• Act as a subject matter expert for security best practices or absence management enhancements, influencing HR Technology strategies.
• Support HR Operations transformation initiatives, including ServiceNow HRSD operations (approx. 20% of role).
• Drive standardization in Workday security models or absence configurations to create a cohesive HR system across Avantor platforms.
• Provide expertise security or absence functionalities, ensuring smooth operations and compliance.

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000 associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

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