Senior Business Systems Analyst - Workday Security

.The Workday Security Business Analyst serves as security architect and administrator for Northeastern's Workday HCM, Payroll, and Finance platforms. This role manages the complete security lifecycle including role-based access control, security group configuration, and integration security while ensuring compliance with GLBA, SOX, and university data governance policies. The analyst partners with HR, Finance, and Payroll teams to balance robust security controls with operational efficiency, leading security initiatives that protect sensitive employee and financial data across the Workday ecosystem.

This position offers the opportunity to shape enterprise security strategy while working with cutting-edge cloud ERP technology in a dynamic higher education environment. The successful candidate will join a collaborative ITS team committed to protecting university data while enabling institutional excellence.

** 24/7 business continuity:
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* Education:

** Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field required.
* 3-5 years of Workday security configuration and administration experience
* Demonstrated expertise with Workday HCM, Finance, and Payroll modules
* Background in higher education ERP systems strongly preferred
* Experience with Workday Student a plus
* Expert knowledge of Workday security components:
Security Groups, Domain Security, Business Process Security, Integration System Security
* Proficiency with Workday tools: EIBs, Calculated Fields, Custom Reports, BIRT, Workday Studio
* Understanding of authentication protocols (SAML, SSO, MFA) and API security
* Experience with Workday integration security (ISUs, Core Connectors, PICOF)
* Strong understanding of higher education business processes (academic, HR, finance)
* Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
* Strong documentation and communication skills
* Experience with change management and ITIL processes
* Workday Security Certification (HCM, Financials, or Student)
* Workday Pro or Partner certification
* Additional Workday module certifications (Absence, Benefits, Recruiting, Learning)
* Experience with Workday Adaptive Planning or PRISM Analytics security
* Knowledge of Workday Extend platform security
* CISSP, CISA, or similar security certification
* Experience with other higher education ERPs (Banner, People Soft, Oracle)
* Familiarity with data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA)
* Configure and maintain security groups, role assignments, and domain security policies
* Manage business process security and approval chains across all Workday modules
* Administer integration system users (ISUs) and maintain integration security protocols
* Configure and test security for Workday releases (bi-annual updates) and weekly service packs
* Maintain security workbooks and role mapping documentation
* Implement segregation of duties controls and monitor for violations
* Collaborate with functional teams (HR, Finance, Payroll, Student Services) on security requirements
* Lead security configuration sessions for new implementations and modules
* Partner with Identity Management team on provisioning and deprovisioning workflows
* Support union requirements and collective bargaining agreement security needs
* Facilitate security training for security partners and super users
* Manage security requests through Service Now or ticketing system

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit  for more information.

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