HRIS Analyst III
One Model
IT
Houston, TX, USA
Posted on Mar 11, 2026
Remote HRIS Analyst Position
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- 5+ years of hands-on HRIS experience, including advanced Workday configuration and production support
- Strong configuration expertise in 3+ Workday modules (Core HCM required; experience in Benefits, Compensation, Payroll, Talent/Performance, Absence, or Recruiting preferred)
- Advanced experience supporting Workday Performance & Talent configurations (review templates, calibration, eligibility rules, business processes, condition rules, and security)
- Strong knowledge of Workday integrations, including EIBs, Core Connectors, Workday Studio, APIs/web services, and third-party vendor file transmissions
- Deep understanding of Workday reporting, dashboards, calculated fields, security administration, SOX compliance, and internal controls
- Experience leading Workday release testing and feature adoption strategy
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills preferred
- Proven ability to prioritize competing priorities and manage multiple projects
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management
- Ability to work independently and collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Payroll, IT, and external vendors
- Administer and maintain the Workday HRIS platform and related HR systems
- Lead advanced configuration across modules, including Performance, Talent, Compensation, and Core HCM
- Own and manage Workday Performance cycles (goal management, review templates, calibration sessions, eligibility rules, reporting, and security)
- Design, configure, test, and maintain inbound and outbound integrations (EIBs, Core Connectors, Studio, APIs)
- Troubleshoot integration failures and coordinate resolutions with IT and vendors
- Monitor integration health and manage file transfers (SFTP) and transformation logic
- Develop and maintain advanced reports, dashboards, and calculated fields
- Conduct data audits, system uploads, and ensure data integrity
- Maintain role-based security and ensure compliance with SOX and internal controls
- Lead regression testing and validation for Workday biannual releases
- Evaluate new Workday features and recommend system enhancements
- Serve as escalation point for complex Level 3 HRIS issues and perform root cause analysis
- Provide user training and enablement for HR and business partners
- Support compliance and audit requests with appropriate documentation
- Document system configurations, integrations, and business processes
- Identify automation opportunities and drive continuous system improvements
- Collaborate on cross-functional initiatives and strategic HR technology projects
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application
- U.S. residency is required
- Sponsorship is not available
