Senior Workday Security Analyst

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Senior Workday Security Analyst within Apex Group's Workday Central Team. The primary function of this position is to act as the central point of contact for managing and maintaining security across the Workday platform, including Human Capital Management (HCM). The role emphasizes ensuring compliance and upholding security standards and protocols. **What you will do** * Serve as a subject matter expert to design, configure, and maintain Workday security roles, security groups, domains, and business process security policies in alignment with business requirements and compliance standards. * Collaborate with functional teams to ascertain requirements and propose suitable Security Group implementations and workarounds, adhering to best practices. * Design, configure, and manage Workday restrictions. * Manage role assignments, user-based assignments, authentication policies, segregation of duties, and user access reviews to ensure compliance with internal policies and audit standards. * Support internal and external audits by providing relevant evidence and deploying necessary changes to security controls to manage risks and comply with regulations. * Monitor and audit security setups and user access to ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory standards (e.g., SOX, GDPR, SoD). * Troubleshoot and resolve Workday security issues and service requests in a timely manner. * Engage in Workday release testing and evaluate the impact of updates on security configurations. * Maintain and document process guides, security configurations, and adherence to governance frameworks. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * 3 – 5+ years of Workday Security Experience * In-depth knowledge of Workday security frameworks such as domains, business processes, role-based, and user-based permissions * Experience with Workday tenant management, user provisioning, and security testing * Certification in any of the Workday Security Modules or relevant experience * Strong understanding of HR processes and Workday Reporting * Experience conducting Audits pertaining to Technology * Stakeholder management skills * Advanced analytical and technical skills * Ability to work independently under pressure * Self-driven and proactive * Fluent English **Who should apply** This role is suitable for a highly skilled and experienced Workday Security Analyst with 3-5+ years of experience. The ideal candidate will be a subject matter expert in Workday security frameworks, tenant management, user provisioning, and security testing. They should possess a strong understanding of HR processes and Workday Reporting, and have experience with technology audits. The candidate must be self-driven, proactive, able to work independently under pressure, and fluent in English, with advanced analytical and technical skills, and good stakeholder management abilities. A certification in Workday Security Modules or equivalent relevant experience is expected. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/senior-workday-security-analyst-apex-group-3 Source: myjobmag

Summary drafted with AI assistance from the original advert. The advert itself is the authority — how we use AI.

At a glance

• At least 5 years of experience.

Extracted automatically from the advert; confirm requirements on the original listing.

Job description

Before you apply

• Confirm the requirements and closing date on the original listing (myjobmag). SPANi lists vacancies from other sites and may not reflect last-minute changes.
• Legitimate employers do not charge application, registration or training fees.
• Don't send your ID or bank details before you have confirmed the employer is real.

Also listed on: myjobmag.

How to spot a job scam

Before you apply

• Read the full advert and confirm you meet the minimum requirements before applying.
• Tailor your CV headline and most recent experience to the job title and key skills.
• Note the closing date and reference number, and keep a copy of what you submit.
• Apply only through the employer or job board link — never pay to apply.