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Workday Analyst roles in HR systems, finance operations, and enterprise data qualify for STEM OPT when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code. The 24-month STEM OPT extension gives you up to 36 months total to build implementation and configuration experience, provided your employer is enrolled in E-Verify.
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The Workday Technical Analyst at SRS Heritage Group is responsible for designing, maintaining, and optimizing Workday integrations and advanced analytics solutions using Workday Prism Analytics. This role ensures secure, accurate, and reliable data movement between Workday and internal/external systems while enabling data transformation and insights that support enterprise reporting and decision‑making. The role also values curiosity and exploration of emerging technologies, including the use of AI‑assisted tools to improve efficiency, analysis, and solution design.
Key Responsibilities
Workday Integrations
- Design, develop, support, and maintain Workday integrations including inbound, outbound, and point‑to‑point integrations (e.g., Core Connectors, EIBs, Studio, APIs).
- Monitor integration performance, troubleshoot errors, and implement corrective actions to ensure data accuracy and system reliability.
- Partner with internal teams and third‑party vendors on integration setups, upgrades, and ongoing support.
- Manage scheduling, encryption, authentication, and data security for integrations in alignment with governance and compliance requirements.
Workday Prism Analytics & Data Management
- Build and maintain Workday Prism data pipelines, data sources, and transformation logic to support advanced analytics and reporting needs.
- Integrate Workday and non‑Workday data sources into Prism to enable enterprise‑level insights.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define analytics requirements and deliver scalable, user‑friendly data solutions.
- Ensure data quality, integrity, and consistency across Prism datasets and downstream reports.
Technical Analysis & Solution Design
- Translate business and reporting requirements into technical integration and analytics solutions.
- Conduct impact analysis for system changes, Workday releases, and downstream data consumers.
- Support complex data requests through analysis, transformation, and validation activities.
Security, Compliance & Governance
- Implement and maintain secure data transfer protocols and access controls for integrations and Prism datasets.
- Support audit requests and compliance reviews related to data movement, integrations, and analytics.
- Ensure adherence to privacy, security, and data governance standards.
Release & Change Management
- Support Workday biannual releases by assessing integration and Prism impacts, executing testing, and validating post‑release performance.
- Maintain documentation related to integrations, data mappings, Prism models, and operational procedures.
Reporting Structure
- Reports to: HRIS Leader
- Direct Reports: None
Travel Requirements
- Minimal travel required; occasional travel for collaboration, training, or project‑related meetings as needed.
Working Conditions
This role operates in a hybrid work environment based out of SRS Heritage Group’s Corporate Office in McKinney, TX. The environment is fast‑paced and technically complex, requiring strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering reliable data solutions.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Workday Experience & Technical Skills
- Workday PRO Certification or a minimum of 3 years of hands‑on experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Workday Integrations
- Workday Prism Analytics
- Workday Studio
- Workday EIBs and Core Connectors
Technical Competencies
- Strong understanding of data structures, transformations, and integration patterns.
- Experience troubleshooting complex data and integration issues across systems.
- Working knowledge of security concepts related to data movement and access controls.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience integrating Workday with payroll vendors, benefits providers, financial systems, or learning platforms.
- Advanced experience with Workday Prism transformations and calculated fields.
- Familiarity with APIs, web services, and file‑based integrations.
- Exposure to HR, Payroll, or Finance data and business processes.
- Experience supporting large‑scale HRIS or ERP environments.
Competencies
- Integration Expertise: Deep technical knowledge of Workday integration frameworks and data flows.
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret complex data and design scalable analytics solutions.
- Problem Solving: Strong troubleshooting skills with a focus on root cause analysis.
- Collaboration: Effective partnership with HR, IT, Finance, and vendors.
- Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy, security, and reliability of data solutions.
- Adaptability: Thrives in a fast‑changing technical landscape with evolving business needs.
Job Location: SRS Distribution - McKinney
7440 State Highway 121 McKinney, TX 75070-3104
As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position, please contact Human Resources at US: 855.556.3221, or by email to: HR@Help.SRSDistribution.com with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries for all team members paid weekly
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matching
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Paid Vacation, Sick Time, Volunteer Day, Holidays, Birthday, and Floating Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave, Adoption Assistance Program
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
- Flexible and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
- Company paid Life insurance and Short-Term Disability
- Additional Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability also offered
- Mental, Physical and Emotional Well-Being Programs for Employees and Families
- Wellness Program and Safety Program with Bonuses for our Drivers
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
Position Purpose
The Workday Technical Analyst at SRS Heritage Group is responsible for designing, maintaining, and optimizing Workday integrations and advanced analytics solutions using Workday Prism Analytics. This role ensures secure, accurate, and reliable data movement between Workday and internal/external systems while enabling data transformation and insights that support enterprise reporting and decision‑making. The role also values curiosity and exploration of emerging technologies, including the use of AI‑assisted tools to improve efficiency, analysis, and solution design.
Key Responsibilities
Workday Integrations
- Design, develop, support, and maintain Workday integrations including inbound, outbound, and point‑to‑point integrations (e.g., Core Connectors, EIBs, Studio, APIs).
- Monitor integration performance, troubleshoot errors, and implement corrective actions to ensure data accuracy and system reliability.
- Partner with internal teams and third‑party vendors on integration setups, upgrades, and ongoing support.
- Manage scheduling, encryption, authentication, and data security for integrations in alignment with governance and compliance requirements.
Workday Prism Analytics & Data Management
- Build and maintain Workday Prism data pipelines, data sources, and transformation logic to support advanced analytics and reporting needs.
- Integrate Workday and non‑Workday data sources into Prism to enable enterprise‑level insights.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define analytics requirements and deliver scalable, user‑friendly data solutions.
- Ensure data quality, integrity, and consistency across Prism datasets and downstream reports.
Technical Analysis & Solution Design
- Translate business and reporting requirements into technical integration and analytics solutions.
- Conduct impact analysis for system changes, Workday releases, and downstream data consumers.
- Support complex data requests through analysis, transformation, and validation activities.
Security, Compliance & Governance
- Implement and maintain secure data transfer protocols and access controls for integrations and Prism datasets.
- Support audit requests and compliance reviews related to data movement, integrations, and analytics.
- Ensure adherence to privacy, security, and data governance standards.
Release & Change Management
- Support Workday biannual releases by assessing integration and Prism impacts, executing testing, and validating post‑release performance.
- Maintain documentation related to integrations, data mappings, Prism models, and operational procedures.
Reporting Structure
- Reports to: HRIS Leader
- Direct Reports: None
Travel Requirements
- Minimal travel required; occasional travel for collaboration, training, or project‑related meetings as needed.
Working Conditions
This role operates in a hybrid work environment based out of SRS Heritage Group’s Corporate Office in McKinney, TX. The environment is fast‑paced and technically complex, requiring strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering reliable data solutions.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Workday Experience & Technical Skills
- Workday PRO Certification or a minimum of 3 years of hands‑on experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Workday Integrations
- Workday Prism Analytics
- Workday Studio
- Workday EIBs and Core Connectors
Technical Competencies
- Strong understanding of data structures, transformations, and integration patterns.
- Experience troubleshooting complex data and integration issues across systems.
- Working knowledge of security concepts related to data movement and access controls.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience integrating Workday with payroll vendors, benefits providers, financial systems, or learning platforms.
- Advanced experience with Workday Prism transformations and calculated fields.
- Familiarity with APIs, web services, and file‑based integrations.
- Exposure to HR, Payroll, or Finance data and business processes.
- Experience supporting large‑scale HRIS or ERP environments.
Competencies
- Integration Expertise: Deep technical knowledge of Workday integration frameworks and data flows.
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret complex data and design scalable analytics solutions.
- Problem Solving: Strong troubleshooting skills with a focus on root cause analysis.
- Collaboration: Effective partnership with HR, IT, Finance, and vendors.
- Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy, security, and reliability of data solutions.
- Adaptability: Thrives in a fast‑changing technical landscape with evolving business needs.
Job Location: SRS Distribution - McKinney
7440 State Highway 121 McKinney, TX 75070-3104
As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position, please contact Human Resources at US: 855.556.3221, or by email to: HR@Help.SRSDistribution.com with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries for all team members paid weekly
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matching
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Paid Vacation, Sick Time, Volunteer Day, Holidays, Birthday, and Floating Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave, Adoption Assistance Program
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
- Flexible and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
- Company paid Life insurance and Short-Term Disability
- Additional Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability also offered
- Mental, Physical and Emotional Well-Being Programs for Employees and Families
- Wellness Program and Safety Program with Bonuses for our Drivers
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Workday Analyst
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the official STEM OPT CIP code list published by USCIS. Information Systems, Computer Science, and Business Analytics degrees commonly qualify, but the exact code on your transcript determines eligibility.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask hiring managers to confirm their E-Verify company ID number before you sign. Employers can self-certify verbally, but checking the E-Verify employer search directly gives you proof your authorization will be valid from day one.
Align your I-983 training plan with Workday modules
Your training plan must map each learning goal to a specific Workday module you'll configure or analyze, such as HCM, Payroll, or Financials. Vague objectives like 'gain ERP experience' get flagged by DSOs and delay your STEM OPT approval.
Target employers with active Workday implementation pipelines
Use Migrate Mate to filter for companies with verified E-Verify enrollment that are actively hiring Workday Analysts. Firms mid-implementation or expanding to new Workday tenants are structurally more likely to sponsor because the role is tied to a concrete project timeline.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
Look up the prevailing wage for Business Intelligence Analysts or Software Quality Assurance Engineers in your metro area using OFLC Wage Search. Your offer must meet or exceed the DOL prevailing wage level for your role and location to satisfy STEM OPT employer requirements.
File your STEM OPT extension 90 days before expiration
USCIS allows you to apply up to 90 days before your initial OPT EAD expires. Filing early protects your continuous work authorization during processing, since an approved receipt notice extends your status automatically while USCIS adjudicates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Workday Analyst role qualify for STEM OPT?
It depends on your degree's CIP code, not the job title alone. Workday Analyst positions typically involve data analysis, systems configuration, or enterprise software integration, which aligns with STEM OPT eligible fields like Information Systems, Computer Science, or Business Analytics. Confirm your degree's CIP code appears on the USCIS STEM Designated Degree Program list before your DSO endorses your I-20 for the extension.
What is the I-983 training plan and what should a Workday Analyst include?
The I-983 is the formal training agreement between you and your employer that documents how your Workday Analyst role provides practical training in your STEM field. Your plan should identify specific Workday modules you'll work with, measurable learning objectives tied to each module, your supervisor's oversight responsibilities, and how each goal connects to your STEM degree. Vague plans are the most common reason DSOs request revisions before endorsing the STEM OPT extension.
How do I verify that a Workday Analyst employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
E-Verify enrollment is a hard requirement for STEM OPT employers. You can confirm enrollment through the E-Verify employer search portal, which lists participating companies by name and location. If a prospective employer isn't listed, they cannot legally employ you on a STEM OPT extension, regardless of their willingness to sponsor. Raise this question before the offer stage to avoid delays.
How do I find Workday Analyst jobs that sponsor STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate filters job listings for employers with verified E-Verify enrollment, which is the threshold requirement for STEM OPT sponsorship. Searching there narrows your pool to companies that are already set up to hire you legally, rather than discovering E-Verify gaps after an offer is extended.
What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if my Workday Analyst employer loses E-Verify enrollment?
If your employer's E-Verify enrollment lapses or is terminated after your STEM OPT begins, your work authorization is at risk. USCIS regulations require your employer to maintain E-Verify enrollment for the full duration of your STEM OPT period. You must report a material change in employer status to your DSO within five business days. Depending on timing, you may need to find a new E-Verify enrolled employer or face a gap in valid authorization.