Information Security Administrator

Dungarvin

$80K — $95K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of direct Workday administration and security experience
  • 4+ years of hands-on experience with enterprise cybersecurity technologies
  • Minimum of a 2-year associate's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field
  • Bachelor or Master’s degree in Information Systems, IT, Computer Sciences, Cyber Security, or a related field is preferred.
  • Strong hands-on experience with Workday integrations, cloud platforms, security tools, and enterprise applications is advantageous.
  • Professional certifications such as CISSP, Security+, CISM, CISA, CEH, GSEC, or related certifications are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary administrator for Workday Security, managing user permissions and compliance.
  • Administer user access across enterprise systems, enforcing least-privilege access and secure configurations.
  • Maintain enterprise security technologies, including Microsoft 365, Azure/Entra ID, and Trend Micro EDR/XDR.
  • Monitor security alerts and investigate suspicious activities to respond to incidents.
  • Conduct risk assessments and support compliance and audit initiatives.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance security practices and configurations.

Benefits

  • Fast-paced, innovative work environment that values expertise.
  • Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
  • Autonomy to implement security solutions and practices.
  • Ability to influence and shape the organization’s security posture.
  • Collaboration with leadership and mentoring opportunities for team members.
Full Job Description
Job Description

As Information Security Administrator, you will play a critical role in protecting and managing our enterprise systems, with a focus on Workday and cybersecurity across the organization. You will ensure secure configurations, manage access controls and respond to threats, while collaborating with leadership, IT Teams and Business Stakeholders. This is a hands-on, high-impact role where your technical expertise, problem-solving, and strategic thinking will directly influence the security posture of the organization.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:
  • Workday Security Administration: Serve as the primary administrator for Workday Security, managing role-based security, user provisioning, authentication, permissions, and identity access while ensuring configurations align with organizational policies and security best practices.
  • Identity & Access Management: Administer user access across enterprise systems by maintaining accurate permissions, managing account provisioning and deprovisioning, enforcing least-privilege access, and ensuring secure, compliant system configurations.
  • Enterprise Security Platform Administration: Administer and maintain enterprise security technologies, including Microsoft 365, Azure/Entra ID, Meraki, Trend Micro EDR/XDR, Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Purview, SIEM, IDS/IPS, VPNs, firewalls, local Active Directory domains, and other enterprise systems to ensure a secure and reliable technology environment.
  • Security Monitoring & Incident Response: Monitor security alerts, investigate suspicious activity, respond to security incidents, and support threat detection and mitigation efforts to protect organizational systems and data.
  • Risk Management & Compliance: Conduct and support risk assessments, vulnerability management activities, disaster recovery planning, backup processes, security documentation, and regulatory compliance initiatives while assisting with internal and external audits.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration & Continuous Improvement: Partner with application owners, system administrators, Infrastructure, and business stakeholders to strengthen security configurations, improve enterprise security practices, support system implementations, and continuously enhance the organization's security posture through ongoing training and emerging technology adoption.


Qualifications

MUST HAVE:
  • Workday Administration: 2+ years of direct Workday administration and security experience. Including configuration, role-based access control, provisioning, and integration management.
  • Experience: 4+ years of hands-on experience with enterprise cybersecurity technologies.
  • Education: Minimum of a 2-year associate's degree in information technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a closely related field.

NICE TO HAVE:
  • Education: Bachelor or Master's degree in Information Systems, Information Technologies, Computer Sciences, Cyber Security, Information Security or related field.
  • Technical Proficiency: Strong hands-on experience with Workday integrations, cloud platforms, security tools, and enterprise applications.
  • Professional certifications: CISSP, Security+, CISM, CISA, CEH, GSEC, Microsoft Security/Compliance/Identity, and Workday Certification
  • Enterprise Systems & Platforms: Administer and secure Workday (including integrations: EIB, Core Connect, APIs, Workday Studio), Microsoft 365, Azure/Entra, Microsoft Defender, SIEM, firewalls, EDR/XDR, and other network security technologies.


Additional Information

SKILLS CRITICAL FOR SUCCESS:
  • Analytical & Problem-Solving: Quickly identify threats, investigate incidents, and implement effective mitigation strategies.
  • Communication: Clearly explain technical concepts to non-technical users and collaborate effectively across teams to gain buy-in.
  • Attention to Detail: Ensure accuracy in access management, security configurations, documentation, and compliance logs.
  • Prioritization & Time Management: Manage multiple projects, tasks, and incidents efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Adaptability & Resilience: Stay flexible amid evolving technologies, emerging threats, and changes in organizational priorities while maintaining composure under pressure.
  • Integrity & Accountability: Uphold security policies, maintain confidentiality, and take responsibility for actions and outcomes.
  • Self-Starter & Initiative: Proactively identify opportunities to enhance security practices and implement improvements.
  • Customer Service Mindset: Deliver responsive, solutions-focused support that builds trust and strengthens the overall security culture
  • Leadership & Collaboration: Mentor team members, contribute to cross-functional initiatives, and foster a team-oriented environment.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS ROLE:

You'll be a key driver in shaping our security landscape, with direct influence over Workday integrations, enterprise systems, and cybersecurity practices. This role offers a true seat at the table, collaborating with leadership, mentoring teammates, and contributing to meaningful, High-impact projects. You'll enjoy a fast-paced, innovative environment that values your expertise, supports continuous learning, and gives you the autonomy to implement solutions that strengthen the organization's overall security posture.

The deadline for internal applications is set for two weeks from the date of the job posting.

7/22

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