Sr. Manager, Platform Engineering, Workday; Workday Security

Workday Senior Manager, Platform Engineering

This role is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and maintenance of security and reporting measures to protect Capital One’s Workday environment. The position works closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of Workday applications and data. The Manager serves as a subject matter expert in Workday security and reporting, provides strategic guidance, and leads Workday change‑management activities.

• Security and Reporting Implementation:
  Lead the design, implementation, and management of security and reporting controls for the Workday environment. Ensure configurations and reports are robust and effective.
• Risk Assessment:
  Lead regular security assessments and SOX audits to identify vulnerabilities and risks. Work with risk management to develop and implement mitigation strategies.
• Access Management:
  Lead the implementation and management of role‑based access controls (RBAC) to ensure appropriate access levels for users.
• Incident Response:
  Lead investigation and response to security incidents affecting the Workday environment. Conduct root‑cause analyses and drive remediation.
• Policy Adherence:
  Ensure compliance with internal security policies and industry best practices. Contribute to the development and maintenance of security policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with IT, HR, Finance and other business units to understand security requirements and integrate security measures into business processes. Provide technical leadership and guidance to stakeholders.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Stay informed about the latest security trends, technologies, and best practices. Proactively suggest and drive improvements to enhance the security and reporting posture.
• SOX Compliance:
  Support SOX audit activities by ensuring Workday security controls are operational. Prepare documentation and evidence to demonstrate compliance.
• Change Management:
  Manage the ongoing change‑management process to guarantee all changes to the platform have proper documentation, testing evidence, and approvals to move forward. Continuously evaluate opportunities to streamline and enhance the process.

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent certification
• At least 8 years of experience with Workday functional configuration (Core HCM, Security, and Reporting)
• At least 4 years of experience in a technical leadership role overseeing strategic projects

• 9+ years of experience in Workday security administration
• 2+ years of experience configuring SSO with Workday using SAML 2.0 and integrating with enterprise identity providers
• Workday Pro Certification in HCM
• Workday Pro Certification in Security
• 1+ year of experience with Workday Financials security module
• 2+ years of experience in Agile practices

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer). No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non‑discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Capital One promotes a drug‑free workplace.

Cambridge, MA: $193,000 - $220,300 for Sr. Manager, Platform Engineering
Chicago, IL: $175,500 - $200,300 for Sr. Manager, Platform Engineering
McLean, VA: $193,000 - $220,300 for Sr. Manager, Platform Engineering
New York, NY: $210,500 - $240,300 for Sr. Manager, Platform Engineering
Plano, TX: $175,500 - $200,300 for Sr. Manager, Platform Engineering
San Francisco, CA: $210,500 - $240,300 for Sr. Manager, Platform Engineering
San Jose, CA: $210,500 - $240,300 for Sr. Manager, Platform Engineering

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well‑being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part‑time status, exempt or non‑exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.

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