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# Workday Platform Security Lead

- **Company:** Ally Financial Inc.
- **Location:** Charlotte, NC, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $110,000.0 - $180,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Business Process Management, Computer Engineering, System Configuration, Machine Learning, Enterprise Data Management, Cloud Platform System, IT General Controls (ITGC), Workday Security, Generative AI, Information Technology, Workday
- **Published:** September 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.beyondcharlotte.com/job.asp?id=3375504656&tx=JT10496UHI&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* 7+ years of relevant experience
 * Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or relevant field(s) of study.

Preferred Qualifications:

 * 7 years of experience designing, configuring, and implementing Workday Security solutions.
 * Strong expertise in Workday security architecture, including domain security policies, role-based security, segmented security, and business process security.
 * Strong understanding of HCM processes, data, and security impacts, with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
 * Strong knowledge of IT controls, security frameworks, data privacy, and compliance requirements.
 * Experience working in highly regulated industries preferred.
 * Proven ability to lead through expertise and influence in complex, cross-functional environments.
 * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
 * Workday Pro Security certification.

## Description

The Business Intelligence (BI) & Reporting Lead will play a pivotal role in transforming raw data into actionable insights that support our technology portfolio. This role is crucial for advancing our Generative AI and Machine Learning capabilities in reporting, ensuring that our product and technology PMO needs are met with innovative solutions., We are seeking a Workday Security Lead to serve as the subject matter expert for Workday security, with a primary focus on HCM and related business processes. This is an individual contributor role responsible for defining and advancing Workday security strategy, governance, and execution in close partnership with IT, HR, Finance, and other stakeholders.

The ideal candidate can work effectively across organizations, translate business requirements into secure and scalable Workday solutions, and balance risk, compliance, and usability. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in highly regulated industries who understand both IT controls and business process requirements.

At this time, Ally will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position

The Work Itself

 * Lead the design, configuration, and enhancement of Workday security, with a focus on HCM and enterprise data protection.
 * Define and maintain Workday security governance, including roles, domain access, business process security, and access control frameworks.
 * Partner with IT, HR, Finance, Audit, Risk, and Compliance to align security design with business and regulatory requirements.
 * Translate business and functional requirements into effective Workday security solutions.
 * Conduct security reviews, risk assessments, and audits to identify gaps and support compliance objectives.
 * Support security-related changes tied to new functionality, organizational changes, and process updates.
 * Provide guidance on complex Workday security issues and maintain supporting documentation.
 * Serve as a strategic advisor and Workday security SME to both business and IT stakeholders.


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