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# Workday Application Security & Controls Manager

- **Company:** PwC
- **Location:** Houston, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $99,000.0 - $232,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Business Software, Information Technology Consulting, Workday Security, Workday
- **Published:** July 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/132B206A839547ACAC57E7A9EF88B203/job/

## About the Role

What You Must Have

 * At least a Bachelor's degree
 * At least 4 years of experience

What Sets You Apart

 * Excelling in Workday Security and Compliance Auditing
 * Demonstrating proficiency in Compliance Program Implementation
 * Utilizing Analytical Thinking for complex problem-solving
 * Embracing Change and fostering innovation
 * Developing Policies and Guidelines for governance frameworks
 * Mentoring junior staff in Operational Risk Management
 * Leading teams with a focus on Service Excellence

## Description

As a Workday Application Security & Controls Manager, you will play a pivotal role in helping clients optimize operational efficiency within our Technology Consulting practice. You will analyze client needs, implement software solutions, and provide training and support for seamless integration and utilization of business applications, enabling clients to achieve their strategic objectives. In the realm of Workday compliance and security, you will focus on maintaining compliance and enhancing security within Workday applications, analyzing client requirements, implementing security measures, and offering guidance for compliance with regulatory standards. Your efforts will enable clients to mitigate risks, protect sensitive data, and maintain compliance with industry regulations.

As a Manager, you will lead teams and manage client accounts, focusing on strategic planning and mentoring junior staff. You are accountable for confirming project success and maintaining standards. Enhancing your leadership style, you motivate, develop, and inspire others to deliver quality. You are responsible for coaching, leveraging team members' unique strengths, and managing performance to deliver on client expectations. With your growing knowledge of how business works, you play an important role in identifying opportunities that contribute to the success of our Firm. You are expected to lead with integrity and authenticity, articulating our purpose and values in a meaningful way.

Responsibilities

 * Leading the implementation of security measures within Workday applications to enhance compliance and data protection
 * Analyzing client requirements to develop tailored security solutions that align with regulatory standards
 * Guiding teams in the strategic planning and execution of compliance and security initiatives
 * Overseeing the integration and utilization of business applications to optimize operational efficiency
 * Providing training and support to clients for seamless integration of Workday applications
 * Collaborating with team leadership to maintain collective ownership of project quality and timelines
 * Developing and implementing compliance programs to mitigate risks and protect sensitive data
 * Utilizing analytical thinking to identify opportunities for improving security and compliance frameworks
 * Mentoring team members to leverage their strengths and enhance their professional growth
 * Engaging in difficult conversations with stakeholders to address conflicts and escalate issues when necessary


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