HRIS Project Specialist Security Clearance

Position: HRIS Project Specialist with Security Clearance
HRIS Project Specialist 📍

Location:

Herndon, VA
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Overview PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an experienced HRIS Project Specialist to support and enhance our HR systems while playing a key role in our transition to Workday. This role partners closely with HR, IT, Finance, and business stakeholders to ensure HR technology delivers measurable value and an exceptional employee experience. The ideal candidate brings strong technical HRIS expertise, project management capabilities, and a passion for process improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities
HRIS Maintenance & System Optimization (50%)
* Maintain and optimize HR systems, including configuration, customization, upgrades, and ongoing system administration

* Identify opportunities for HRIS/HRMS improvements and implement solutions aligned with business needs

* Partner with HR, IT, and Data Privacy teams to develop workflows and automation

* Ensure system compliance with federal/state regulations and data security standards

* Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and liaison to HRIS vendors and service providers

Project & Account Management (30%)
* Participate in Workday implementation initiatives (Compensation, Benefits, Absence, Time, Payroll, Service Now)

* Gather business requirements and translate them into scalable HRIS solutions

* Manage project timelines, priorities, and stakeholder expectations

* Partner with Centers of Excellence (CoEs) on project planning and execution

* Support system implementations, including security configuration and post-go-live optimization

* Resolve user issues and recommend process improvements

Support & Collaboration (20%)
* Develop and maintain HR documentation and reporting processes

* Ensure consistent HRIS system usage across regions

* Provide user support, troubleshooting, and system guidance

* Manage system permissions, access, and user settings

* Serve as a point of contact for HR teams, HRBPs, and employees regarding HR technology Qualifications
* 5 + years of HRIS experience ( Implementation would be a plus but not required)

* Workday experience is required (We would consider someone with extensive Dayforce experience )

* Communication:
Great communication skills and experience leading stakeholder management. (Must communicate projects to stakeholders, not just handle administrative preparation.)

* Strong interpersonal skills, ability to prioritize work, problem solving, communication, project management, and leadership skills

Preferred Experience
* Hands-on experience with Workday HCM (Compensation, Time, Payroll) and/or Dayforce

* Experience with Business Solver or similar platforms

* Basic technical skills (e.g., scripting, HTML, Visual Basic) Key Skills & Competencies
* Strong HR functional and technical knowledge

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

* Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

* Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities

* High attention to detail and customer service orientation

* Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

* Project management and stakeholder engagement skills

Physical Requirements
* Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 lbs

* Regular sitting, standing, walking, and communication activities

* Occasional travel (~5%) - Domestic and International Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and Daily Pay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Military connected talent encouraged to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit  or  The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
* The California Fair Chance Act

* Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

* Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

* San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance