Job Title: Senior HRIS Analyst (Workday)
Location: Rockville, MD or McLean, VA (Hybrid 3 days onsite / 2 days remote) Duration: 6 Months (Possible Extension) Interview Process: Prescreen Phone Onsite Panel
Job Summary
We are seeking a Senior HRIS Analyst to support and enhance the Workday platform across the enterprise. This role combines hands-on production support with enhancement delivery, partnering closely with HR, Product, and Engineering teams to ensure system reliability, data integrity, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Workday Operations & Support
- Provide day-to-day production support including issue resolution and system maintenance
- Support core modules: Core HCM, Talent, Performance, Recruiting, Benefits, Compensation, and Reporting
- Partner with HR stakeholders on system processes and best practices
- Manage ticket queues and resolve system/data/user issues
Data Management & Reporting
- Lead data quality initiatives (audits, root cause analysis, remediation)
- Perform data validation to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Develop reports and dashboards for business insights
Enhancements & Implementation
- Design, test, and deploy Workday enhancements (business processes, security, integrations)
- Lead UAT activities including test planning, execution, and defect tracking
- Support Workday releases, upgrades, and feature rollouts
Integrations & Documentation
- Support inbound/outbound integrations with third-party systems
- Perform data validation and reconciliation
- Maintain documentation, SOPs, and training materials
Required Qualifications
- 7+ years of HRIS experience with strong Workday focus
- 3+ years of hands-on Workday configuration
- Experience with Core HCM, Talent, Recruiting, Benefits, Compensation, Reporting
- Experience with EIBs, mass data loads, and data corrections
- Strong experience in UAT (testing, execution, defect management)
- Strong understanding of HR data structures and data quality
- Experience with production support, ticketing, and issue resolution
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions
Preferred Qualifications
- Workday Pro Certifications (Core HCM, Talent, Recruiting, Reporting, Benefits, Compensation)
- Experience with Phenom (CRM / candidate sourcing)
- Familiarity with Agile environments