Workday Application Security Analyst - Cogent Infotech : Job Details

Title: Workday Application Security Analyst Location: White Plains, NY (3 days Onsite) Duration: 12 months contract About Cogent Infotech At Cogent Infotech, we believe in creating opportunities that empower individuals and transform organizations. With over 21 years of excellence in consulting and talent solutions, we pride ourselves on building inclusive workplaces and driving innovation in everything we do. Our diverse teams bring unique perspectives to help deliver cutting-edge solutions to global clients across both public and private sectors. Position Summary The Workday Application Security Analyst is responsible ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data within the Workday system. They design, implement, and maintain security configurations, including roles, permissions, and access controls, to protect organizational data and comply with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement security roles, domain security policies, Data and business process security within Workday.
• Ensure secure integration with other on-premise and cloud application like GRC tool.
• Configure and manage access permissions to ensure users have the appropriate level of access to data and functionality.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards (like SOC 2), and regulatory requirements (like GDPR).
• Conduct regular security audits and assessments to identify vulnerabilities and areas for improvement.
• Assist in investigating and responding to security incidents, identifying the root cause, and implementing preventative measures.
• Collaborate with IT, HR, and other stakeholders to align security efforts with business needs and ensure effective communication of security policies and procedures.
• Create and maintain documentation for security policies, procedures, and configurations, and provide training to users on security best practices.
• Stay abreast of Workday updates, industry trends, and emerging security threats to continuously improve security configurations and processes.

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• Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, IT, or related field.
• 7-10 years of hands-on industry experience in Workday Security implementation and administration.
• Strong ITGC compliance knowledge for Workday.
• Familiarity with workday risk management & GRC integration.
• SAP ERP(S/4 Hana is added plus).
• Workday.
• Active Directory group.
• GRC AC 10.1 and above.
• Microsoft Azure.
• Successfactor.
• Applicable functional knowledge for SAP security in the area like Finance, MM, ISU billing etc., SAP audit & compliance.

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• Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with other ERPs like SAP is preferred.

• Familiarity with GRC and workday SOD management is desired.

• Core Competencies

• Proactive and resourceful with a problem-solving attitude.
• Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex security and compliance issues.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams.

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion Statement Cogent Infotech is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, abilities, and experiences. If you're excited about this role but don't meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply Application Process Please submit your resume and a short cover letter through our online portal. Our process includes an initial resume review, a virtual interview, and a short technical assessment. If you need accommodations, feel free to inform us-we are happy to assist. Join Us At Cogent Infotech, your ideas matter. Join a purpose-driven organization that celebrates diversity, encourages collaboration, and invests in your future.