HR Data Security Sr. Analyst (Workday)

Company
Cox EnterprisesJob Family Group

Data Intelligence & ScienceJob Profile

Data Sr AnalystManagement Level

Individual ContributorFlexible Work Option

Can work remotely anywhere in the specified countryTravel %

Yes, 5% of the timeWork Shift

DayCompensation
Compensation includes a base salary in the range of $81,400.00 - $122,000.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.Job Description

The Data Sr Analyst, HR Data Governance & Security serves as the subject matter expert for Workday security administration, with broader responsibility for HR data access governance and compliance across the People Analytics function. This role maintains shared ownership of the administration and continuous improvement of Workday security configuration, analyzes security and audit trends, identifies opportunities to strengthen controls, and provides guidance to stakeholders on access management practices. The role exercises independent judgment and autonomy on business-as-usual access and security decisions within established governance frameworks.
This individual will also evaluate complex and non-standard access requests, assess associated risks, and recommend actions to the AVP for final decision, consistent with governance standards and business strategy.
The right candidate brings hands-on experience with Workday security configuration, a process-oriented mindset, sound judgment about when to escalate, and the integrity to handle confidential employee data with discretion.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Responsibilities:
Workday Application Security Administration

Serve as one of two Workday security configurators, collaborating with the existing configurator on domain, role-based, and user security group creation, modification, and assignment

Monitor 100+ active Workday security activities in Production; research anomalies and escalate issues to AVP as appropriate

Resolve standard security configuration issues independently; determine escalation threshold for complex or high-risk changes

Partner with HRT and IBT to evaluate and implement improvements to Workday security governance, role design, and access management processes

Conduct bi-annual Workday User Access Reviews; coordinate security group clean-up and hygiene

Stay current on Workday security updates and patches; recommend enhancements to AVP as appropriate

Access Request Management & Governance

Receive, log, and process routine access requests across Workday, Peakon, UKG, CEI HR ODS, and Reporting & Analytics via ServiceNow and SharePoint

Determine whether incoming requests meet standard approval criteria or require escalation

Make a recommendation on non-standard or elevated access requests before escalating to AVP for review and approval; document business use cases and decisions

Flag requests requiring Legal or Compliance review; escalate to AVP for direction

Validate access requests against role-based access profiles and least-privilege standards prior to fulfillment

Communicate request status and resolution timelines to requestors and business stakeholders

Resolve routine access discrepancies independently; escalate only exceptions outside standard parameters

Maintain access request tracker and related governance documentation in SharePoint

Policy Administration

Analyze governance, audit, and access utilization trends; recommend process enhancements, policy improvements, and control measures that strengthen compliance and security outcomes

Lead periodic reviews of governance processes and recommend improvements based on audit findings, industry practices, and operational needs

Identify recurring governance risks and drive corrective actions with business and technical stakeholders

Maintain governance policy trackers, process documentation, and SharePoint resources for the team

Multi-Platform Security Administration

Configure and manage Peakon security in coordination with HRT and VoE stakeholders

Administer UKG, Prism, and HR ODS access management and security governance in coordination with HRT, CAI, and Prism Administrators; assist with ODS-to-Fabric platform transition tasks as directed

Audit Support & Operations

Coordinate audit support activities, analyze audit requests, determine documentation requirements, and partner with stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate responses

Partner with the Workday security configurator colleague to validate audit findings and coordinate remediation of Workday security configuration issues

Identify audit readiness risks and recommend corrective actions to improve compliance outcomes

Track remediation activities and partner with stakeholders to drive issue resolution

Recommend process improvements based on audit results, findings trends, and governance assessments

WHO YOU ARE
Qualifications and Experience:

Preference will be given to qualified candidates local to Atlanta. Open to remote (US only) for the right candidate. (if remote, must be willing to travel onsite a few times a year)

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and 4 years' experience in a related role; or a Master's degree and up to 2+ years' experience; or 8 years' relevant experience in lieu of a degree

Ideal candidate will have 4 years of related experience

REQUIRED: Strong knowledge of Workday HCM security configuration, including domain, role-based, and user security administration

REQUIRED: Workday Security Administration certification (e.g., Workday Pro Security)

Working knowledge of, or exposure to, additional HR platforms (Peakon, UKG, HR ODS, Prism) a plus

Experience with HR data access management processes and data governance principles

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent workflows with accuracy and attention to detail; experience maintaining governance trackers, process documentation, or audit support materials preferred

Sound judgment regarding confidentiality and sensitivity of HR data; ability to recognize when decisions require leadership involvement

Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment on routine decisions while recognizing the boundaries of one's authority

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work across HR, IT, Legal, and Compliance functions effectively

Proficiency in data visualization and reporting tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, Power BI) to support governance and audit reporting

Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a complex, distributed organization

Preferred Qualifications:

Degree in Information Systems, Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field

Familiarity with SailPoint or equivalent identity governance and access review tools

Experience supporting internal or external audit processes, or maintaining compliance documentation in an HR or data governance environment

Experience in a telecommunications, healthcare, or similarly regulated industry

Demonstrated confidence in respectfully challenging governance requests from senior leaders that fall outside of established process or approval channels

Benefits

The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.About Us

As our primary divisions Cox Automotive and Cox Communications drive new waves of innovation, Cox Enterprises is entering spaces like cleantech, healthcare, esports and more. We're a family business guided by a legacy of bold innovation that’s driven by those who want to make their mark. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.Application Deadline: 10/04/2026Originally posted on Himalayas