Specialist, IT Application & Data Security

At Murphy Oil Corporation, we believe the rich experiences and backgrounds of our employees strengthen our Company, create a productive workforce, and drive our success. We encourage you to apply for the positions for which you meet the qualifications.

Murphy Oil Corporation is looking for highly skilled and hands-on Application & Data Security Specialist to support the development and execution of our enterprise data security and cyber resilience strategy. This role will focus on securing critical business applications, sensitive data, and supporting the organization’s readiness to withstand and recover from cyber disruptions. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in application security (with emphasis on DevSecOps and open-source environments), data protection (including SAP and cloud ecosystems), and disaster recovery/cyber resilience planning.

This position will work cross-functionally with Enterprise Architecture, Enterprise Applications, Data & AI, and Business Technology teams to ensure data is securely managed across the lifecycle. It will also align with Legal and Compliance teams to address data privacy, sovereignty, and regulatory obligations.

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with a proven ability to propose and implement effective solutions within budget and deadline constraints. Thrives in fast-paced, high-pressure environments, showing adaptability to shifting priorities and evolving business needs. Equally capable of working independently or collaboratively, with a strong commitment to knowledge sharing and team development. Skilled in influencing positive change through a constructive and non-confrontational approach.

emphasize the importance of clear communication, honoring commitments, fostering collaboration across the organization, recognizing the contributions of others, constructively challenging data, encouraging innovation, and proactively proposing solutions. The path of contribution includes leading defined initiatives, working semi-autonomously to drive meaningful results, advancing technical expertise, cultivating business acumen, building a strong professional reputation, and consistently demonstrating Murphy’s core values.

The Specialist, IT Application & Data Security will work in our Houston Corporate office and may work two (2) days a week remotely.

Data & SAP Security

Cyber Resilience & Disaster Recovery

Licenses/ Certifications

Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, SABSA, TOGAF, or AWS/GCP/Azure Security are a plus

The individual is required to follow all applicable safety precautions. Work is performed almost entirely in a controlled (i.e., inside) environment and does not typically subject the incumbent to any hazardous/extreme elements; some positions may require regularly moving or transporting items weighing up to 25 lbs. around the office for various needs. The successful candidate must be able to complete all essential physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

PURPOSE

We believe in providing energy that empowers people.

We challenge the norm, tap into our strong legacy and use our foresight and financial discipline to deliver inspired energy solutions.

We see a future where we are an industry leader who is positively impacting lives for the next 100 years and beyond.

Do Right Always

Think Beyond Possible

Stay With It

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