Northeastern University
Senior Business Systems Analyst - Workday Security
Northeastern University, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Senior Business Systems Analyst – Workday Security
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Senior Business Systems Analyst - Workday Security
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Job Summary The Workday Security Business Analyst serves as the 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.
Business Continuity & Availability This role requires occasional availability outside of traditional working hours to address urgent business needs such as responding to security incidents, supporting software deployments, resolving system issues, and addressing other critical operational requirements. Flexibility and a strong sense of urgency are essential.
Work Arrangement The position is hybrid, with in‑office presence three days a week.
EEO Statement and Eligibility Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Northeastern University is unable to provide sponsorship for this role, now or in the future.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
Experience: 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 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)
Required Skills: 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
Preferred Qualifications: 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, PeopleSoft, Oracle)
Familiarity with data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA)
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
Workday Security Administration 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 and weekly service packs
Maintain security workbooks and role mapping documentation
Implement segregation of duties controls and monitor for violations
Collaborate with functional teams 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 partners and super users
Manage security requests through ServiceNow or other ticketing system
Security Analysis, Optimization, and Governance Conduct regular security audits using Workday delivered audit reports and custom reporting
Analyze user access patterns and optimize security group assignments
Perform security impact analysis for new functionality and business process changes
Develop security matrices for cross‑functional processes
Monitor and remediate security exceptions and inappropriate access
Create security dashboards for leadership visibility
Maintain GLBA compliance for financial data
Support SOX controls for financial reporting security
Document security configurations for internal and external audits
Maintain security run‑books and disaster recovery procedures
Support PCI compliance for payment‑related processes
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Senior Business Systems Analyst - Workday Security
role at
Northeastern University .
Job Summary The Workday Security Business Analyst serves as the 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.
Business Continuity & Availability This role requires occasional availability outside of traditional working hours to address urgent business needs such as responding to security incidents, supporting software deployments, resolving system issues, and addressing other critical operational requirements. Flexibility and a strong sense of urgency are essential.
Work Arrangement The position is hybrid, with in‑office presence three days a week.
EEO Statement and Eligibility Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Northeastern University is unable to provide sponsorship for this role, now or in the future.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
Experience: 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 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)
Required Skills: 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
Preferred Qualifications: 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, PeopleSoft, Oracle)
Familiarity with data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA)
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
Workday Security Administration 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 and weekly service packs
Maintain security workbooks and role mapping documentation
Implement segregation of duties controls and monitor for violations
Collaborate with functional teams 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 partners and super users
Manage security requests through ServiceNow or other ticketing system
Security Analysis, Optimization, and Governance Conduct regular security audits using Workday delivered audit reports and custom reporting
Analyze user access patterns and optimize security group assignments
Perform security impact analysis for new functionality and business process changes
Develop security matrices for cross‑functional processes
Monitor and remediate security exceptions and inappropriate access
Create security dashboards for leadership visibility
Maintain GLBA compliance for financial data
Support SOX controls for financial reporting security
Document security configurations for internal and external audits
Maintain security run‑books and disaster recovery procedures
Support PCI compliance for payment‑related processes
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