Surendra Babu Kilaru

Workday Consultant

Role
Workday Security Consultant at Westroc Hospitality
Location
Cincinnati, OH, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers

About Surendra Babu Kilaru

A Workday Consultant with 11+ years of experience in HR technology and enterprise systems, including 8+ years specializing in Workday across integrations, security, reporting, configuration, and production support.Throughout my career, I’ve led full lifecycle Workday initiatives from requirements gathering and solution design with HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT stakeholders to integration development, testing, deployment, and post-production optimization. My integration expertise includes Workday Studio, EIB, Core Connectors, PECI, PICOF, Cloud Connect, APIs, and complex data transformations using XML, XSLT, WSDL, ETV, and XTT.I combine functional and technical expertise to deliver scalable solutions across Core HCM, Compensation, Benefits, Absence, Payroll, Recruiting, Time Tracking, Position Management, and Total Rewards. I also specialize in Workday Security architecture, including role-based access, domain policies, segmented security, access audits, and governance compliance.On the analytics side, I design advanced, matrix, composite, and BIRT reports, build calculated fields, and develop dashboards using Prism Analytics, Tableau, and SQL to provide actionable insights for leadership teams.Technically, I bring a strong development foundation with Java, Spring Boot, AWS cloud services, and API design, enabling me to solve complex integration and automation challenges that go beyond standard configuration. I’ve led data migrations from legacy platforms like PeopleSoft, built enterprise integrations, and improved system performance and reliability through structured SDLC and Agile delivery practices.I’m known for translating complex business needs into practical system solutions, mentoring teams, maintaining audit-ready environments, and delivering technology that supports both compliance and business growth.I’m passionate about building scalable HR technology ecosystems, clean integration architecture, and driving continuous improvement across enterprise systems.

Experience

  1. Workday Security Consultant

    Westroc Hospitality

    Feb 2025 — Present · Cincinnati, OH, US

    Led enterprise-level Workday Security and Reporting initiatives, designing role-based access, domain policies, and segmented security models to protect sensitive workforce and payroll data. Conducted recurring access audits, resolved complex security issues, and strengthened governance controls. Built advanced reports, calculated fields, and dashboards to support compliance, payroll validation, and leadership analytics. Partnered with HR, IT, and Payroll teams to translate business needs into secure, scalable system configurations while mentoring analysts and improving access management processes.

Education

  • University of Cincinnati

    Master's degree, Information Technology

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