Workday Security Lead

Job Summary:

Consultant Advisor, ERP Alyssa Eilers is recruiting this position.

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Our healthcare client on the East Coast is looking for a Workday Security Lead to join their team in a long-term, contract capacity as they kick off a net-new implementation.

Job Details

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 12 - 18 + months

Onsite/Remote: Primarily remote with possible travel for milestone / target dates.

General Summary

The Workday Security Lead is responsible for the strategic architecture, governance, administration, and optimization of the Workday security model. This senior-level role requires deep expertise in Workday security structure, including security groups, domain security policies, business process security policies, role assignments, segregation of duties, and the organizational context that drives access within the tenant. Leveraging advanced application security capabilities, the lead oversees enterprise-wide Workday security initiatives, including role design, access governance, compliance, audit readiness, and long-term security roadmap planning. The role also partners with HR, Finance, Payroll, IT, Compliance, and executive leadership to ensure Workday security solutions are secure, scalable, compliant, and aligned with approved roles, business priorities, and regulatory requirements.

Certifications Required: 

• Workday Security Administration certification
• Workday HCM Pro 

Requirements

• 7+ years of progressive experience in enterprise application security design, implementation, and support, including significant Workday security experience
• Experience leading Workday security governance, audit readiness, and access control programs in a complex regulated environment 
• At least two Workday implementations in their background within healthcare.
• Deep expertise in Workday security models, role-based configurations, and access management.
• Proven SOX compliance or audit remediation experience.
• Strong understanding of security frameworks, risk management, and problem-solving skills. 

To learn more about this and other positions, contact Alyssa Eilers at or alyssa.eilers@healthcareitleaders.com. Healthcare IT Leaders is a national leader in IT workforce solutions, connecting healthcare provider, payer and life sciences organizations with experienced technology talent for consulting and full-time hiring. For more information, visit us on the web at www.healthcareitleaders.com.