What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Data & Systems Specialist position at cpisecurity?
CPI Security is looking to hire a Human Resources Data and Systems Specialist (HRIS Specialist) to serve our team based in Charlotte, North Carolina. CPI Security was founded in 1991 on an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for helping and protecting others. What started as a company of 10 employees and 300 customers has grown into one of the nation’s top 10 largest security providers with over 750 employees. Over the years, CPI has received many awards for excellence, such as twice-awarded SDM Dealer of the Year, Central Station of the Year, and the Marvel Award. The company leads the industry in alarm response times, is consistently ranked in the top 10 of electronic security businesses and is widely known as North Carolina and South Carolina’s Top 25 Best Places to Work.
What You’ll Do
At CPI, we pride ourselves on being a Best Place to Work, built on a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. As our HRIS Analyst, you will play a key role in supporting that culture by ensuring our HR technology enables our people and leaders to do their best work. Serving as the primary point of contact for UKG, you will drive data accuracy, system efficiency, and a seamless user experience across all Human Resources functions.
- Administer, configure, and continuously optimize UKG, including updates, testing, and enhancements
- Maintain and audit HRIS data to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance, while upholding strong data governance practices
- Troubleshoot system and data issues, providing responsive, high-quality support to HR and business partners
- Develop and deliver reports and dashboards that provide meaningful insights to support workforce and business decisions
- Partner closely with Payroll to ensure accurate data flow, compliance, and audit readiness
- Train and support users across the organization, creating SOPs and tools that drive adoption and consistency
- Lead or support HRIS-related projects, including implementations, upgrades, and integrations
- Identify opportunities to streamline processes, enhance system functionality, and improve the overall employee and manager experience
What You Bring
- 3–5 years of HRIS experience, with hands-on experience in UKG strongly preferred
- Strong understanding of HR operations, including Payroll, Benefits, Compensation, and Talent processes
- Experience managing HR systems, including configuration, data integrity, reporting, and troubleshooting
- Analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
- Experience building reports and dashboards (UKG tools, Excel, or similar)
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and accountability
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a service-oriented mindset
- Experience supporting system implementations, upgrades, or integrations preferred
Why CPI:
At CPI, you’ll be part of a team that values people, performance, and purpose. We foster a collaborative, high-performing environment where ideas are welcomed, contributions are recognized, and growth is encouraged. This role is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by enhancing the systems and processes that support our employees every day.
- Competitive pay and the opportunity to work for an iconic brand
- Great medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability and life insurance options
- Company paid holidays, floating holiday, and paid time off (PTO)
- 401(k) plan with competitive company match
- Eligible for free monitored security system after 90 days
- Education assistance – we encourage and support our employees who want to improve their skills and further their education
- Engaging and fun company culture that’s made up of a diverse group of people
- Volunteer and community engagement opportunities. CPI partners with organizations that share our mission to save and improve lives, particularly focusing on underserved communities.
- An on-site café, coffee/smoothie bar, walking trail, basketball court, and state-of-the-art fitness facility with a dedicated Fitness staff
- Birthday and Work Anniversary Rewards