SAP Security Lead Architect (m/f/d)

ZipRecruiter; Uxbridge; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading firm in digital transformation is seeking an experienced SAP BTP Security Architect for a freelance opportunity focused on global digital transformation projects. The role involves designing security frameworks, managing IAM, and conducting security assessments across Europe. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in SAP security and must possess an EU passport, as travel may be required. This is a remote position with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in SAP security integrated projects.
• Extensive knowledge of SAP BTP security platform.
• EU passport required and willing to work during CET timezone.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement secure authorization frameworks and policies for SAP BTP.
• Configure and manage user authentication and authorization within SAP BTP.
• Ensure secure integrations between SAP BTP services and other systems.
• Perform security risk assessments and audits for SAP BTP.
• Monitor adherence to security standards and regulatory requirements.
• Offer technical support and troubleshooting for security issues.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver secure solutions.

Skills

SAP BTP Expertise

BWZ Knowledge

IAM & Authentication

SAP Security Fundamentals

Integration Technologies

Compliance & Standards

Troubleshooting & Problem-Solving

Communication

Job description

Overview

We\'re currently looking for an experienced SAP BTP Security Architect (m/f/d) for a freelance opportunity across Europe.

Our client (consumer goods) is looking to enlarge the ERP Security & governance project team. The company is currently going through a global digital transformation project based on SAP technology. SAP S4, BTP and cloud integrated solutions.

The candidate must at least have 10+ year of experience in SAP security integrated projects and extensive knowledge of SAP BTP security platform.

Role: Senior SAP BTP Security Architect (m/f/d)

Location: remote, with occasional travel across Europe

Duration: Initial 3-month contract, rolling contract that will be extended over 2026 and onwards.

EU passport required and must be willing to work during CET timezone

Candidates located within the EU-Nearshore are due to project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design and Implement Security Frameworks: Develop and implement secure authorization frameworks and policies for SAP BTP and BWZ environments, including user and role management.
• Manage and Access Management (IAM): Configure and manage user authentication, authorization, and services within SAP BTP, leveraging solutions like SAP Cloud Services.
• Secure SAP BTP & Integrations: Ensure secure integrations between SAP BTP services and other SAP modules or external systems using technologies like SAML, OAuth, and JWT.
• Conduct Security Assessments: Perform security risk assessments, vulnerability analysis, and audits for SAP BTP and BWZ, providing mitigation strategies.
• Ensure Compliance and Governance: Monitor adherence to security standards, regulatory requirements (e.g., SOX, GDPR), and internal policies.
• Provide Expert Support and Troubleshooting: Offer technical support, troubleshoot access issues, and provide trusted advisory to internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Teams: Work with developers, Basis teams, and business stakeholders to deliver secure solutions and support ongoing projects.

Required Skills and Experience

• SAP BTP Expertise: Strong hands-on experience with SAP BTP security architecture, including the SAP BTP cockpit.
• BWZ Knowledge: Experience with SAP Build Workzone (BWZ) security features and its integration with other SAP components.
• I AM & Authentication: Proficiency with and Access Management concepts and technologies such as SAP Cloud Services, SAML, OAuth, and SCIM.
• SAP Security Fundamentals: A solid understanding of SAP security concepts, including user/role administration, authorization objects, and segregation of duties (SoD).
• Integration Technologies: Familiarity with integration protocols and tools.
• Compliance & Standards: Knowledge of IT compliance standards and regulatory frameworks like SOX, and GDPR.
• Troubleshooting & Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex security issues.
• Communication: Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills