Oracle ERP Security and Workflow Lead

University of Chicago • Middletown, PA

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The University of Chicago is seeking a highly experienced Oracle Fusion ERP Security and Workflow Lead with a strong technical background to join its ITS team. This senior role will lead the design, implementation, configuration, and ongoing support of Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP, with deep hands-on ownership of BPM/workflows, security architecture, and underlying data structures. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience delivering complex ERP solutions in large enterprise environments, collaborating with cross- functional stakeholders, and establishing best practices for security, approvals, and governance. This role requires a balance of technical depth, functional understanding, and leadership to support both internal teams and business partners.

Requirements

• Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
• Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Nice To Haves

• Masters degree in information technology, computer science, business, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive ERP experience, including at least 7 years of hands-on experience with Oracle ERP, with a strong emphasis on Oracle Fusion Cloud applications.
• Demonstrated expertise across both technical and functional domains of Oracle Fusion ERP, including Financials, Procurement, Supply Chain, and related modules.
• Background with Oracle Fusion data architecture, integrations (REST/SOAP APIs, Oracle Integration Cloud), and security role design and governance.
• Proven leadership experience leading cross-functional teams, delivering complex ERP implementations, and supporting enterprise-scale environments.
• Background in higher education or nonprofit environments.
• Oracle Cloud Certification, functional and/or technical.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC), FBDI/ADFDI, and other Oracle tools.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements, financial controls, and audit processes impacting ERP systems.
• Track record of delivering successful ERP projects in a lead or architect role.
• Communication and leadership skills; able to empower, mentor, and inspire.
• Manage competing priorities and multi-disciplinary teams to deliver complex solutions on time and within budget.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to build partnerships with IT and cross-departmental business leaders.
• Deep commitment to continuous learning, innovation, and change management.

Responsibilities

• Leads the end-to-end design, configuration, integration, and support of Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP, with a strong focus on security and workflow architecture.
• Serves as the primary technical authority and subject matter expert for Oracle Fusion ERP across security, BPM/workflows, and core ERP modules.
• Partners with business process owners to translate requirements into secure, scalable system designs and process improvements.
• Designs, configures, and supports approval workflows, roles, data security policies, and related controls across Oracle Fusion modules.
• Provides architectural guidance on configuration, extensions, and integrations to ensure alignment with University standards and Oracle best practices.
• Establishes and enforces governance standards for security, compliance, data privacy, and change management.
• Facilitates design workshops, leads gap analyses, and recommends solutions that support evolving campus needs.
• Troubleshoots complex security, workflow, and system issues, including support for upgrades and quarterly releases.
• Monitors system health and drives continuous improvement across ERP processes and controls.
• Collaborates with Oracle Support and implementation partners to manage service requests and escalations.
• Mentors internal teams and stakeholders on Oracle Fusion security, workflow, and ERP best practices.
• Leads or coordinates teams or projects for activities relating to software support and/or development.
• Utilizes expertise and a thorough understanding of business systems and industry requirements to translate business and user needs into system requirement specifications.
• Communicates and presents on system enhancements and/or alternatives to colleagues in IT management.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Benefits

• The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level