Workday Compensation Configuration Analyst

Title: Workday Compensation Configuration Analyst KBR is looking for a Workday Compensation Configuration Analyst to report to the HRIS leadership team this position will play a key role in configuring and optimizing the Workday platform with a focus on Advanced Compensation during annual cycles.  This role is cross-functional and will be involved in the configuration and support of other Workday modules, as needed (e.g., HCM, Recruiting, Absence).  The Workday Compensation Configuration Analyst will translate compensation strategy into scalable Workday solutions, combining technical configuration and functional expertise to ensure accurate execution of compensation cycles, data integrity, and continuous platform improvement.

Workday Configuration (Compensation & Cross-Functional) Serve as a hands-on configuration expert across Workday, with deep focus on Advanced Compensation—designing, building, and maintaining salary, bonus, and equity (stock) plans, eligibility rules, and cycle frameworks—while also supporting configuration across Core HCM, Recruiting, and other modules to ensure cohesive, scalable system design aligned with business strategy Annual Salary Review (ASR) Own end-to-end configuration and execution of ASR processes in Workday (e.g., Mass Operation Management and BIRT), defined by the COE, to include Compensation Statements and reporting Business Process Optimization Partner with Compensation and People teams to design and enhance business processes and system functionality System Enhancements & Testing Support Workday releases, enhancements, and compensation cycle readiness through testing (UAT), validation, and issue resolution Reporting & Analytics Develop and maintain Workday reports, dashboards, hubs and data extracts to support People operations and decision-making Data Integrity & Audits Ensure accuracy and consistency of set-up data through audit controls, system-driven validations, and adherence to data governance standards Stakeholder Partnership Translate compensation program requirements into Workday solutions, providing recommendations based on system capabilities and best practices User Support & Training Manage the Workday Help support queue as Tier 2 support across all functional areas; triage, investigate, and resolve issues with appropriate urgency while providing clear communication to end users Develop and maintain knowledge base documentation and training materials Compliance & Controls Support adherence to data privacy regulations, audit requirements, and Workday security protocols Mass Data Loads Plan, coordinate and execute high-volume data loads using EIBs across multiple functional areas Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, data analytics, business administration, or a related field required 5 + years of experience in Compensation, HRIS, IT, or HR technology environments supporting enterprise systems Hands-on experience required in Workday Compensation module Proficient in compensation cycles (e.g., ASR, bonus planning) within Workday or similar systems Demonstrated hands-on expertise configuring Workday Compensation, Advanced Compensation and HCM Modules with deep knowledge of business process frameworks, security model, and reporting; able to independently design, build, and deploy complex configurations Proven track record of delivering scalable Workday solutions, with extensive experience actively configuring and optimizing system functionality across modules Strong understanding of compensation processes (e.g., merit increases, promotions, bonuses, salary structures) Workday reporting tools (e.g., Advanced, Matrix, Composite reports) and data analysis experience Expertise supporting Workday releases, testing cycles (UAT), and defect resolution Strong attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy, system reliability, and process improvement Ability to translate business requirements into technical