Manager, HR Technology

JOB SUMMARY The Manager, HRIS is a hands‑on technical leader responsible for the configuration, administration, and optimization of Alarm.com’s HR technology ecosystem, with Workday serving as the core HCM platform. This is a working manager role with a strong emphasis on direct system configuration, integrations, reporting, and delivery, combined with leadership of senior HRIS specialists. The Manager, HRIS partners closely with HR, Finance, Payroll, IT, and business leaders in a technology‑driven organization of approximately 2,000 employees. This role also plays a key part in evaluating, implementing, and governing emerging AI-enabled capabilities within HR systems to improve efficiency, data quality, and user experience. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES HR Technology Management Own and administer the organization’s HR technology stack (e.g., HRIS, ATS, LMS, performance management, time, and attendance systems) Serve as the primary product owner for HR systems, managing configurations, upgrades, integrations, and vendor relationships Partner with IT on system security, data privacy, infrastructure requirements, and AI-related risk controls Ensure systems scale with organizational growth and evolving HR and business needs Lead system implementations, enhancements, and process automation initiatives Develop system governance standards, documentation, and change management practices, including guidance for responsible AI usage Ensure systems scale with organizational growth and evolving HR needs Hands‑On HRIS Execution Troubleshoot complex HRIS issues and perform root cause analysis Lead Workday quarterly releases, including impact analysis, testing, and remediation Own day‑to‑day HRIS operations, upgrades, releases, and production support Ensure data integrity, audit readiness, and compliance with access control standards Identify opportunities for automation and continuous improvement Support organizational changes, acquisitions, and workforce growth from a systems perspective Other duties as assigned Compliance & Data Governance Ensure compliance with applicable data privacy, employment, and record retention regulations Maintain strong data governance practices, including access controls and audit readiness Team Leadership & Development Lead, mentor, and provide technical guidance to senior HRIS specialists Set priorities, review work output, and ensure quality and consistency Establish documentation, standards, and best practices for HRIS work Serve as escalation point for high‑impact or complex HRIS issues Cross‑Functional Partnership Collaborate with HR Business Partners, Talent, Total Rewards, Payroll, Finance, and IT Translate business requirements into practical HRIS and reporting solutions Act as a trusted advisor to HR leadership on system capabilities, data, and tradeoffs Support executive and board‑level reporting as needed AI Enablement & Innovation Evaluate and implement AI-capable functionality within Workday and adjacent HR technologies (e.g., intelligent reporting, skills inference, workflow automation, chatbots) Partner with HR and IT to ensure AI tools are transparent, ethical, secure, and aligned with company policies Develop guardrails, documentation, and training to support responsible use of AI in HR processes Monitor vendor roadmaps and emerging HR technology trends related to AI and machine learning REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience 8-12+ years of progressive HRIS or enterprise systems experience 3-5+ years leading HRIS professionals or technical specialists Experience supporting workforce analytics and reporting required Experience supporting organizations with 2,000+ employees, preferably in a technology environment Technical & Analytical Expertise Hands‑on experience with Workday Core HCM required Familiarity with AI-enabled HR system capabilities, data modeling, or intelligent automation concepts Working knowledge of Workday Security, Business Process Framework, and Reporting Experience supporting HR system integrations and data loads Understanding of downstream systems including Payroll, Benefits, ATS, and Finance Strong data management, audit, and access control skills Leadership & Skills Proven working manager who leads through hands‑on execution Strong analytical mindset with attention to data accuracy and usability Excellent communication skills with technical and non‑technical stakeholders Ability to prioritize and execute in a fast‑paced, evolving environment Education & Credentials Bachelor’s degree in information systems, HR, Business, or related field Workday certifications preferred Please note that sponsorship of new applicants for employment authorization, or any other immigration-related support, is not available for this position at this time. WHY WORK FOR ALARM.COM? Collaborate with outstanding people: We hire only the best. Our standards are high and our employees enjoy working alongside other high achievers. Make an immediate impact: New employees can expect to be given real responsibility for bringing new technologies to the marketplace. You are empowered to perform as soon as you join the Alarm.com team! Gain well rounded experience: Alarm.com offers a diverse and dynamic environment where you will get the chance to work directly with executives and develop expertise across multiple areas of the business. Community and Camaraderie: One of our core values is to 'Keep It Fun,' which to us means fostering a strong sense of community. Our culture is built on collaboration and connection, where we celebrate our successes and believe that a positive, engaging environment is key to doing our best work. Alarm.com values working together and collaborating in person. Our employees work from the office 4 days a week. COMPANY INFO Alarm.com is the leading platform for intelligently connected properties. Millions of homeowners and businesses rely on Alarm.com’s technology to secure, monitor, and manage their environments from anywhere. Our comprehensive suite of solutions—including security, video surveillance, access control, active shooter detection, intelligent automation, energy management, and wellness—is delivered exclusively through a trusted network of thousands of professional service providers and commercial integrators across North America and worldwide. Alarm.com’s common stock is traded on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol ALRM. Alarm.com delivers serious security for serious people. For more information, please visit www.alarm.com. COMPANY BENEFITS Our total rewards package is designed to support you holistically—in your health, your finances, and your life outside of work. The package includes medical plans with company subsidies, a Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution, and a 401(k) with an employer match. We encourage a healthy work-life balance with paid vacation that increases with tenure, paid holidays, wellness time, and paid maternity and bonding leave. To complete the package, we also provide company-paid disability and life insurance, all within a collaborative and casual work environment.http://www.alarm.com/ Alarm.com is an Equal Opportunity Employer In connection with your application, we collect information that identifies, reasonably relates to or describes you ("Personal Information"). The categories of Personal Information that we may collect include your name, government-issued identification number(s), email address, mailing address, other contact information, emergency contact information, employment history, educational history, criminal record, and demographic information. We collect and use those categories of Personal Information about you for human resources and other business management purposes, including identifying and evaluating you as a candidate for potential or future employment or future positions, recordkeeping in relation to recruiting and hiring, conducting criminal background checks as permitted by law, conducting analytics, and ensuring compliance with applicable legal requirements and Company policies. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that we may retain some of the personal data that you provide in your application for our internal operations such as managing our recruitment system and ensuring that we comply with labor laws and regulations even after we have made our employment decision. Notice To Third Party Agencies: Alarm.com understands the value of professional recruiting services. However, we are not accepting resumes from recruiters or employment agencies for this position. In the event we receive a resume or candidate referral for this position from a third-party recruiter or agency without a previously signed agreement, we reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to you. If you are interested in working with Alarm.com, please email your company information and standard agreement to RecruitingPartnerships@Alarm.com.