Oracle ERP Security and Workflow Lead

Company: University of Chicago
Location: Chicago
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Department OPS ITS - ERP Operations Management About the Department ITS collaborates with campus partners to support the mission of the University of Chicago through the consistent delivery of high-quality solutions and services. We provide secure, stable, and reliable infrastructure and applications to support the mission of the University. We support and enable faculty research and teaching with the effective use of technology. We simplify the technology experience for faculty, students, alumni, and staff, and we ensure technology is mobile-friendly and accessible. We identify, manage, and mitigate the technology risks of the University. Job Summary 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. 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. Minimum Qualifications Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Certifications: Preferred Qualifications Education: Masters degree in information technology, computer science, business, or a related field. Experience: 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. Certifications: Oracle Cloud Certification, functional and/or technical. Technical Skills or Knowledge: 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. Preferred Competencies 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. Working Conditions Hybrid, onsite and remote. Application Documents Resume/CV (required) Cover Letter (required) References Contact Information (3)(required) When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application. Job Family Information Technology Role Impact Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5 Drug Test Required No Health Screen Required No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No Pay Rate Type Salary ? FLSA Status Exempt ? Pay Range $160,000.00 - $180,000.00 The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting. Benefits Eligible Yes 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 . Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu . Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

Keywords: University of Chicago, Janesville , Oracle ERP Security and Workflow Lead, IT / Software / Systems , Chicago, Wisconsin