Cisco

Workday Security Administrator II (Remote)

Cisco$93K — $125K *
Enterprise Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, HR, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 3 to 4+ years of Workday security experience
  • Expertise in managing confidential information with high integrity
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel for audits and trend analysis

Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain role-based security structures that prioritize user-friendliness and security
  • Manage the full lifecycle of user access, providing proactive support for issue resolution
  • Conduct regular security audits and ensure compliance with data privacy standards
  • Oversee Workday releases and implement security enhancements
  • Create clear documentation and guide teams on security best practices

Benefits

  • Flexible remote work from any location in the U.S.
  • Collaborative and inclusive work environment
  • Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development
  • Engaged work culture emphasizing transparency and best practices
Full Job Description
The application window is expected to close on: 08/14/2026
Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

This role can be performed from any location within the United States.

Your Impact

As a Workday Security Administrator, you will be a strategic partner in our Workday ecosystem, balancing robust security with seamless user access. You will serve as a trusted collaborator to HR, IT, and Compliance teams, ensuring our data remains secure while empowering our global workforce to do their best work. We are looking for a thoughtful problem-solver who is passionate about creating a secure, efficient, and inclusive digital environment where everyone can thrive.
  • Design and maintain robust, role-based security structures that prioritize the principle of the least privilege, ensuring our systems are both highly secure and user-friendly.
  • Serve as a trusted partner by handling the full lifecycle of user access, providing proactive support to resolve issues and enabling our team to perform their best work securely.
  • Lead regular security audits and collaborate with partners to uphold the highest standards of data privacy, regulatory compliance, and segregation of duties.
  • Stay ahead of the curve by supervising Workday releases and leading security enhancements that keep our environment efficient, scalable, and future-ready.
  • Cultivate a culture of transparency by maintaining clear documentation and guiding multi-functional teams through security best practices and system updates.


Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Information Systems, HR, Business, or a related field-or an equivalent combination of professional experience and continuous learning.
  • 3 to 4+ years of experience with Workday security, including security domains, business process policies, and security group configuration.
  • Experience handling critical and confidential information with the highest level of professional integrity and care.
  • Expertise using data tools like Microsoft Excel to support security audits, analyze trends, and maintain accurate documentation.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in Workday Security Administration, including familiarity with core modules (such as HCM, Payroll, or Financials) and relevant professional certifications.
  • Experience supporting regulatory frameworks (e.g., SOX, GDPR) and audit activities in a global organization, with exposure to specialized features like Prism Analytics or Adaptive Planning.
  • A proactive interest in AI advancements and experience using tools like ChatGPT to streamline analysis, automate tasks, and strengthen security operations.
  • A natural interest in sophisticated problem-solving and a detail-oriented approach to troubleshooting system issues and access requests.
  • Experience working in an Agile environment using Jira, participating in two sprints.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

About Cisco

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Net Income
$10.1 billion
Founded
2014
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+1.4%
Revenue
$48 billion
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