OPT HRIS Analyst Jobs
HRIS Analyst roles sit at the intersection of HR and technology, making them a strong fit for OPT students with backgrounds in information systems, human resources, or business analytics. Most positions qualify as STEM OPT extensions when classified under CIP code 52.1201, giving you up to three years of authorized work experience.
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Company Description
At EVERSANA, we are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work across the globe. We’re fueled by our vision to create a healthier world. How? Our global team of more than 7,000 employees is committed to creating and delivering next-generation commercialization services to the life sciences industry. We are grounded in our cultural beliefs and serve more than 650 clients ranging from innovative biotech start-ups to established pharmaceutical companies. Our products, services and solutions help bring innovative therapies to market and support the patients who depend on them. Our jobs, skills and talents are unique, but together we make an impact every day. Join us!
Across our growing organization, we embrace diversity in backgrounds and experiences. Improving patient lives around the world is a priority, and we need people from all backgrounds and swaths of life to help build the future of the healthcare and the life sciences industry. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating an inclusive culture that embraces our cultural beliefs. We are deliberate and self-reflective about the kind of team and culture we are building. We look for team members that are not only strong in their own aptitudes but also who care deeply about EVERSANA, our people, clients and most importantly, the patients we serve. We are EVERSANA.
Job Description
THE POSITION:
The UKG Pro HRIS Analyst is responsible for supporting, maintaining, and optimizing EVERSANA’s UKG Pro HCM system across HR, Payroll, Benefits, Talent, and Onboarding modules. This role serves as a subject matter expert for system configuration, troubleshooting, and end-user support. The position supports HRIS processes for EVERSANA’s global workforce while leading small projects and system enhancements that strengthen system reliability and enable a seamless and consistent employee experience. This role will partner with HR, Payroll, IT, and business stakeholders to ensure data accuracy, system efficiency, and highly reliable employee experience. This position will identify, research, track, and ensure timely resolution or appropriate escalation of technical issues (internal user support & external vendor support).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Our employees are tasked with delivering excellent business results through the efforts of their teams. These results are achieved by:
As a HRIS Analyst, you will collaborate with stakeholders across the business, HR, IT, Finance, and Payroll to understand the business needs and to deliver effective, end-to-end global HCM process and technology solutions.
System Administration & Support
- Serve as the primary support resource for UKG Pro configuration, troubleshooting, and user inquiries.
- Maintain foundational system setup including business rules, workflows, security roles, and data tables.
- Monitor system performance and proactively identify opportunities for improvement.
- Develop and maintain documentation for processes, configurations, and standard operating procedures.
- Lead small-scale HRIS projects and system enhancements from initial requirements gathering through testing, deployment, and post-implementation support.
Workflow & Security
- Create, update, and optimize UKG Pro workflows (e.g., onboarding, job changes, manager self-service).
- Maintain role-based access security; perform monthly access audits and ensure least privilege standards.
- Collaborate with IT to maintain secure integration and timely user provisioning/deprovisioning.
Testing, Releases & Enhancements
- Review monthly/quarterly UKG release notes; assess impacts and test updates.
- Participate in system enhancement cycles, UAT testing, and change management efforts.
- Recommend configuration improvements that streamline HR processes and enhance user experience.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with HR, Payroll, Benefits, Finance, and IT to ensure system alignment with business needs.
- Support annual cycles such as Open Enrollment, Year-End Payroll, Performance, and Compensation processes.
- Provide training and guidance to HR and business partners to maximize use of UKG Pro functionality.
- Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.
- All other duties as assigned.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
EXPECTATIONS OF THE JOB:
- Travel (as needed)
- Hours (40 per week with occasional overage to meet critical deadlines/resolve critical issues, M - F)
The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the expectations of the position and shall not be construed as the only expectations that may be assigned for the position.
An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the expectations listed above.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
The requirements listed below are representative of the experience, education, knowledge, skill and/or abilities required.
- Education Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Systems or a related field. Equivalent work experience may substitute for the degree requirement.
- Experience and/or Training
- 3–5 years of hands-on experience with UKG Pro (Core HCM required; experience with Payroll, Benefits, Onboarding, or Talent preferred)
- Strong understanding of HR processes, U.S. employment practices, and payroll fundamentals.
- Familiarity with HR compliance requirements such as FLSA, FMLA, ACA, and payroll tax laws.
- Demonstrated experience supporting and optimizing HRIS processes, including configuration, troubleshooting, and compliance alignment, across global regions, ensuring consistency while adapting to local regulatory requirements.
- Experience with workflow configuration, system audits, and role-based security management.
- Hands-on UKG Pro configuration and system administration experience, including management of system settings, workflow routing, Business Process Flows (BPFs), role-based security, module configuration (Core HR, Benefits, Payroll, Talent, etc.), and participation in testing and validation during system releases or upgrades.
- Ability to analyze data, problem-solve, and clearly communicate technical information.
- Experience in HR systems architecture with sound understanding of data, functional interactions, and impacts to downstream systems.
- Experience supporting integrations via API, SFTP, or vendor feeds.
- UKG Pro certifications or completion of UKG training modules.
- Technology/Equipment
- Experience with Payroll processes and technology
- Exposure to project management or HR system implementation cycles.
- Intermediate to advanced skills in UKG Pro Reporting/BI tools.
OUR CULTURAL BELIEFS:
Patient Minded I act with the patient’s best interest in mind.
Client Delight I own every client experience and its impact on results.
Take Action I am empowered and empower others to act now.
Grow Talent I own my development and invest in the development of others.
Win Together I passionately connect with anyone, anywhere, anytime to achieve results.
Communication Matters I speak up to create transparent, thoughtful and timely dialogue.
Embrace Diversity I create an environment of awareness and respect.
Always Innovate I am bold and creative in everything I do.
Our team is aware of recent fraudulent job offers in the market, misrepresenting EVERSANA. Recruitment fraud is a sophisticated scam commonly perpetrated through online services using fake websites, unsolicited e-mails, or even text messages claiming to be a legitimate company. Some of these scams request personal information and even payment for training or job application fees. Please know EVERSANA would never require personal information nor payment of any kind during the employment process. We respect the personal rights of all candidates looking to explore careers at EVERSANA.
EVERSANA is committed to providing competitive salaries and benefits for all employees. If this job posting includes a base salary range, it represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position and is not applicable to locations outside of the U.S. Compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, other job-related qualifications/skills, and geographic location (to account for comparative cost of living). More information about EVERSANA’s benefits package can be found at eversana.com/careers. EVERSANA reserves the right to modify this base salary range and benefits at any time.
From EVERSANA’s inception, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion have always been key to our success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds who share a passion for improving the lives of patients and leading innovation within the healthcare industry. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and many other parts of one’s identity. All of our employees’ points of view are key to our success, and inclusion is everyone's responsibility.
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of EVERSANA to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for EVERSANA. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodations applies to all aspects of the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview and hiring process, please contact us at applicantsupport@eversana.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a HRIS Analyst
Target employers with established HR tech infrastructure
Large enterprises running Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or Oracle HCM are more likely to have dedicated HRIS teams and the HR capacity to manage OPT paperwork. Smaller companies often lack both the system complexity and the administrative bandwidth.
Lead with your system certifications
Workday Pro, SAP certifications, or ADP credentials signal immediate value to hiring managers. OPT students who can demonstrate platform-specific expertise reduce the employer's onboarding cost, which directly offsets any hesitation around sponsorship timelines.
Frame your degree as a STEM qualifier upfront
Degrees in management information systems, computer information systems, or business analytics typically qualify for STEM OPT extension. Confirming this with your DSO before interviews lets you tell employers you have 36 months of work authorization, not 12.
Emphasize data privacy and compliance knowledge
HRIS roles handle sensitive employee data, so familiarity with GDPR, HIPAA, or SOX compliance gives you an edge. Mention this explicitly in cover letters. Employers value candidates who understand why data governance in HR systems matters.
Target companies actively hiring for digital HR transformation
Organizations mid-implementation on a new HCM platform need HRIS analysts immediately. These roles often have urgent timelines that work in your favor. Look for job postings mentioning system migrations, go-live support, or Workday implementation phases.
Quantify your impact from internships or academic projects
Hiring managers respond to specifics: reduced manual reporting time, improved data accuracy rates, or user adoption metrics from a system rollout. One concrete result from a prior role or capstone project outperforms three bullet points of generic responsibilities.
HRIS Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do HRIS Analyst jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Many HRIS Analyst positions qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, but it depends on your degree's CIP code, not just your job title. Degrees in management information systems (CIP 52.1201), computer information systems, or business analytics are common qualifiers. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before accepting an offer, since the employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify to participate in the STEM extension program.
What types of employers hire HRIS Analysts on OPT?
Large enterprises in healthcare, financial services, technology, and professional services tend to hire HRIS Analysts most actively and are better equipped to support OPT students. Companies running enterprise HCM platforms like Workday or SAP SuccessFactors typically have dedicated HRIS teams and HR departments familiar with work authorization requirements. You can browse HRIS Analyst roles from OPT-friendly employers directly on Migrate Mate.
Can I work as a contractor or consultant in an HRIS Analyst role on OPT?
Yes, but with important constraints. On standard OPT, you must work at least 20 hours per week and your work must be directly related to your degree field. Contract arrangements through a staffing agency are generally permitted as long as the work is substantive and HR-technology related, not just administrative support. On STEM OPT extension, the employer of record must be the E-Verify enrolled company, which adds complexity to some staffing arrangements.
How should I address OPT work authorization when applying for HRIS Analyst roles?
Be direct and specific rather than vague. State that you're authorized to work on F-1 OPT and, if applicable, that you qualify for a STEM OPT extension giving you up to 36 months of total work authorization. Mention your degree's STEM classification if it applies. Employers who have hired international students before will recognize this framing immediately, and clarity builds more trust than leaving authorization ambiguous on application forms.
What skills make an OPT candidate competitive for HRIS Analyst roles?
Hands-on experience with at least one major HCM platform, such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle HCM, or ADP, is the most important differentiator. Beyond platform knowledge, proficiency in SQL for HR data reporting, familiarity with HR business processes like payroll cycles and benefits administration, and experience with data validation or system audits all strengthen your candidacy. Certifications in specific platforms can compensate for limited professional experience during OPT.