Workday Security Application Specialist

Location: Jakarta, Indonesia

Thales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle their most demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and 6G innovation, our solutions empower critical decisions rooted in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of aerospace and space, cybersecurity and digital identity, we’re driven by a mission to build a future we can all trust.

Thales has been present in the Republic of Indonesia for 45 years in the defence, aerospace and space domains, delivering a wide range of civil and defence solutions that highlight our strong commitment to working with the Indonesian government and local stakeholders. In recent years, our innovative solutions in air traffic management systems and telecom satellites have further strengthened our presence in the country alongside our digital portfolio of solutions such as biometrics, data protection and cybersecurity now serving the needs of diverse customers in civil sectors.

As part of the management of the Workday service, we need to enhance our level of maturity and reliability on Workday. Therefore, in line with the evolution of the HR operating model, a revamping of Workday security is planned for 2026.

To reinforce our service squad members on the run activities and ensure thorough security reviews, the Workday security specialist will support the team on the run activities.

In order to contribute to the success of the service and improve user satisfaction, the main tasks will be:

• Incident Management: Resolve and track incidents related to Workday security, ensuring timely responses and solutions.

• Authorization Management: Oversee and manage roles, domain and user authorizations to maintain a secure and optimized environment within Workday.

• Configure Workday Security: Manage role, security group, domain configuration

• Documentation Management: Maintain documentation of security processes and configuration

• Compliance Assurance: Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, including SSI and GDPR, to uphold data protection standards and safeguard user information.

• Knowledge of BP configuration is a bonus.

Required Skills and Experience

Technical Skills:

• 3 years of experience in developing solutions on Workday Security (Workday Studio, Workday Integration, Workday HCM).

• Proficiency in programming languages: XSLT, Workday Studio, EIB (Enterprise Interface Builder), Workday Web Services (WWS).

• Strong understanding of Workday architecture and its ecosystem (HCM, Finance, Payroll, etc.).

• Familiarity with integration systems and APIs.

• Experience with SQL and database management.

• Familiarity with version control systems (Git, SVN, etc.) and integrated development environments.

Functional Skills:

• Understanding of Workday business processes (talent management, human resources, financial management, etc.).

• Ability to analyze functional requirements and translate them into technical solutions.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Strong communication skills to work effectively with teams and non-technical stakeholders.

• Problem-solving skills and the ability to tackle complex technical challenges.

• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to meet tight deadlines.

• Ability to work independently while being proactive in suggesting improvements within the team.

Qualification & Education:

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

• Workday certifications or training (if available) would be a plus.

At Thales, we’re committed to fostering a workplace where respect, trust, collaboration, and passion drive everything we do. Here, you’ll feel empowered to bring your best self, thrive in a supportive culture, and love the work you do. Join us, and be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions that truly make a difference – for a safer, greener, and more inclusive world.