Senior HRIS Analyst (Workday)

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