Principal Workday Analyst - Security

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 6 Oct 2026Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact.A Day in the LifeThis role serves as the lead subject matter expert for Workday Security and partners closely with HR, HR Operations, IT, Audit, Compliance, and other stakeholders to define, maintain, and optimize the Workday security framework. The role is responsible for leading security design, supporting governance and risk management, and ensuring access is aligned with business needs, internal controls, and data protection requirements across the Workday environment.At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. This position is remote to enhance our competitive edge and expand our cross-functional collaboration efforts.Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:Serve as the lead subject matter expert for Workday Security strategy, design, configuration, role and group assignments, and supportOwn and maintain Workday security configuration, including domain and business process security policies, security role and groups, segmented security, integration security, and related framework componentsLead the design and maintenance of scalable security models that support business needs while protecting confidential and sensitive dataEvaluate requested security changes, assess risk, and determine appropriate design solutions in alignment with governance standards and segregation of duties requirementsConfigure and maintain security for new Workday functionality, organizational changes, acquisitions, process updates, and ongoing business enhancementsPartner with HR, HR Operations, IT, and functional Workday teams to ensure security design supports business processes while maintaining compliance and control requirementsProvide expert guidance on least-privilege access, role design, approval frameworks, and Workday security best practicesLead complex troubleshooting and resolution of security-related issues, including access problems, process failures, role conflicts, and permission gapsSupport Workday feature releases by assessing security impacts, coordinating testing, documenting updates, and implementing approved changesLead security review activities for Workday projects, enhancements, and production changes to ensure proper access design and control alignmentSupport external and internal audits, compliance, and internal control activities by maintaining security documentation, executing quarterly and annual SOD audits, providing evidence, and addressing findings or remediation itemsMonitor and strengthen governance related to Workday Security, including intake, review, approval, testing, migration, system audits, and periodic access validation processesIdentify opportunities to improve security consistency, simplify role design, reduce manual access support, and strengthen control effectivenessAct as a lead resource for analysts and cross-functional partners by providing guidance, reviewing design decisions, and promoting best practicesMust Have: Minimum RequirementsBachelor’s degree with 7+ years of Human Capital Management systems to include Workday Security configuration experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years Human Capital Management systems to include Workday security configuration experienceHands-on experience with Workday Security configuration in a complex business environmentNice to HaveWorkday PRO Security certificationExperience in a principal, lead, or senior analyst role supporting Workday SecurityExperience supporting security across multiple Workday modules such as HCM, Recruiting, Compensation, Talent, Payroll, Time Tracking, Time Off & Absence, Adaptive, or BenefitsExperience with security implications of integrations, single sign-on, or identity and access management processesExperience supporting audit requests, control testing, remediation planning, and security certificationsFamiliarity with privacy, compliance, and data protection requirements in a regulated environmentExperience in large, matrixed, or global organizationsExperience establishing security standards, governance processes, or operating models for WorkdayExperience mentoring analysts or leading cross-functional workstreamsDeep experience with Workday domain security policies, business process security policies, security groups, role assignments, and access designExperience leading security design decisions and configuring secure, scalable solutions across Workday modulesExperience supporting security governance, risk assessment, segregation of duties, and compliance-related controlsExperience troubleshooting complex Workday Security issues and resolving access-related production problemsExperience supporting testing, Workday release activities, and change implementation for security-related updatesStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess risk and make sound design recommendationsStrong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across technical and business teamsFor Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.Physical Job RequirementsThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment. ‌Recruitment Fraud AlertWe are aware of phishing scams targeting job seekers. Please keep the following in mind: Apply only through official Medtronic channels. All legitimate Medtronic recruiting communications come from approved Medtronic platforms and official @medtronic.com email addresses. Medtronic will never ask for payment or sensitive personal information (such as bank account or Social Security details) during early stages of the hiring process. Any such requests are not legitimate. If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from Medtronic, do not respond, click links, or open attachments. If you have any questions, concerns regarding the authenticity of a communication alleged to have been made by or on behalf of Medtronic, please contact us immediately at View email address on click.appcast.io. ‌Benefits & CompensationMedtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits PackageA commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$113,600.00 - $170,400.00Pay range / Rango salarial / Intervalo salarial /Fascia retributiva / Tranche de salaire / Gehaltsband / Salaribereik: Ireland: 79,520.00 EUR - 119,280.00 EUR | This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.Further details are available at the link below:Medtronic benefits and compensation plansIt is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.If you are applying to perform work for Medtronic, Inc. (“Medtronic”) in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which Medtronic reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. Medtronic will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.SummaryLocation: State of Minnesota, United States of America; Parkmore, County Galway, IrelandType: Full time