ORACLE ERP CLOUD SECURITY ARCHITECT (IAMS, OAG AND SECURITY) LEAD - ORACLE ERP FUSION CLOUD

Job Title: ORACLE ERP CLOUD SECURITY ARCHITECT (IAMS, OAG AND SECURITY) LEAD - ORACLE ERP FUSION CLOUD

Job Type: Contract

Location: Remote

Duration: 1 Year

Background:

We are currently undertaking a multi-year ERP modernization program for migrating and upgrading on-premises Oracle E-Business Financials, Oracle PeopleSoft Human Capital Management Applications, and Kronos Workforce Management System to the latest SaaS-based Oracle Cloud ERP Platform as part of business and technology transformation initiative.

The Security and System Administration Lead will oversee, develop, implement and maintain a system of protocols used for maintaining Oracle Cloud Instances as well as ensuring security and compliance related requirements, with special focus on implementation of Oracle ERP Fusion Cloud.

Responsibilities:

The Security and System Administration lead has a well-rounded profile with the right combination of significant and progressive professional expertise in System Administration, maintenance and related tools & technologies to support IT Enterprise Applications.

• Develop and enforce security policies, protocols, and standards for Oracle Fusion Cloud and related third-party software applications including Hexagon Enterprise Asset Management (EAM), Workforce Software, and GrantsNow.
• Implement and maintain Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) for users and administrators.
• Manage security settings across Oracle SaaS and third-party applications.
• Monitor system vulnerabilities, perform regular security assessments, and apply patches and updates as needed.
• Implement and manage encryption for data in transit and at rest, ensuring compliance with policies and industry regulations.
• Oversee the configuration, deployment, and management of Oracle Cloud infrastructure, including Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) instances, virtual machines, storage solutions, and network resources.
• Maintain backups, disaster recovery protocols, and continuity plans for Oracle Cloud systems.
• Monitor and optimize cloud performance, storage utilization, and system health, using Oracle's monitoring tools.
• Manage access permissions, troubleshoot system issues, and provide technical support for Oracle and third-party Cloud-based systems.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, such as GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS.
• Assist in audits and provide documentation for regulatory and internal compliance.
• Maintain records of security and system incidents and remediate any issues identified.
• Detect, report, and respond to security incidents using automated alerts and manual monitoring.
• Conduct root cause analysis of system issues and security breaches, proposing solutions and implementing corrective actions.
• Manage incident response plans and coordinate with stakeholders to resolve security incidents efficiently.
• Work closely with IT, development, and security teams to implement secure cloud solutions and troubleshoot issues.
• Provide guidance and training to team members on Oracle Cloud security practices.
• Liaise with vendors and partners to ensure optimal security practices and stay updated on Oracle Cloud updates and best practices.

Key Qualifications:

• Expertise in SaaS and PaaS implementations including Oracle cloud ERP, HCM, SCM and EPM applications.
• Conversant with security best practices related to third-party SaaS solutions such as Hexagon EAM, Workforce Software, and GrantsNow
• Strong understanding and working experience of Fusion Security Console, Cloud security, Multi Factor Authentication (MFA), and SSO.
• Strong understanding of security principles, including encryption, firewalls, and access controls. Strong understanding on implementing OAuth token-based authentication for Integrations.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities to analyze and resolve complex technical issues.
• Expertise in cloud resource management and troubleshooting
• Strong analytical skills to resolve system and security issues.
• Strong understanding in access control, identity management, and compliance standards
• Experience with Oracle Integration Cloud (OIC) and APIs for Integrating SaaS applications with Legacy/Third-Party systems.
• Strong understanding of cloud resource management and troubleshooting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with industry leading cyber security frameworks and controls including NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) Cyber Security Framework and COBIT controls and standards
• Strong understanding on Security for Integrations and Extensions
• Strong understanding on API Security
• Strong understanding about Security on OCI like Administrative Security,Network Security and Application Security
• Work with IAM, Security engineering and Network operations teams to understand and design target state OCI PaaS and IaaS services
• Document security requirements for OCI PaaS and IaaS services
• Strong Understanding of IAM including SSO, IDMS and IGA practices for enterprise

Type of Education Required:

• Graduation from an accredited College or University with a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Management Information Systems related field or equivalent experience.
• Preferred certifications:
• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Certified Architect
• Certified Cloud Security Professional
• Certified Oracle Security Implementation Specialist
• Certified Application Integration Professional

Type of Experience and Number of Years:

• Minimum of 5 years of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure management experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and related tools.
• Proficiency in cloud security principles and tools, including IAM, encryption, firewall management, and vulnerability assessment
• Knowledge of networking concepts, firewalls, VPNs, and cloud-based security tools.
• 10 years in the following areas
• Provisioning of Oracle Cloud Instances (SaaS & PaaS)
• Oracle Cloud Implementation
• Instance management and upgrades
• Experience in Public Sector including Education (K-12) project or program work, preferred