Business Processes Senior Consultant - CoE SAP Cybersecurity

SAP SE; South Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in County Dublin is seeking a Senior Consultant to work in SAP Cybersecurity. The role involves leading security workshops, advising clients on best practices, and managing operational support. The ideal candidate has strong SAP Basis skills, experience in secure architecture, and excellent communication abilities. This position offers opportunities for constant learning and career growth.

Benefits

Constant learning and skill growth

Great benefits

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• 4–5 years of hands-on SAP Basis experience.
• Experience with secure architecture design.
• Familiarity with security technologies like IPS, IAS, Kerberos.

Responsibilities

• Leading workshops on SAP security architecture.
• Acting as a trusted advisor for SAP security best practices.
• Identifying and communicating risks and compliance gaps.

Skills

Strong troubleshooting skills across NetWeaver ABAP

Proven ability to learn quickly

Excellent communication skills

Strong customer focus

Collaborative approach

Education

Honours degree in IT, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP Basis

NetWeaver

Java

Python

ABAP

Job description

Business Processes Senior Consultant - CoE SAP Cybersecurity

We help the world run better At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.

Senior CoE SAP Cybersecurity Consultant

What you'll build

As part of SAP’s Center of Expertise, you will help customers plan, design, build, and run secure SAP landscapes. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading workshops on SAP security architecture: Single Sign-On, secure network design, encryption, and system hardening
• Acting as a trusted advisor, influencing clients on SAP security best practices
• Identifying and communicating risks and compliance gaps
• Supporting audit and compliance initiatives
• Contributing to the evolution of SAP’s support portfolio
• Expanding your expertise across the SAP security domain
• Managing day-to-day operational support

What you'll bring

We seek a proactive consultant with strong SAP Basis skills and a passion for security. You should be comfortable working across NetWeaver ABAP, Java, HANA, and SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP).

Our customers rely on us to secure their hybrid and cloud landscapes. Your role will be critical in ensuring their data remains protected in a rapidly evolving digital environment.

Experience Requirements

• 4–5 years of hands‑on SAP Basis experience
• Proven ability to learn quickly and deliver impactful results
• A mentoring mindset and collaborative approach

Technical Skills

• Strong troubleshooting skills across NetWeaver ABAP, Java, and SAP BTP
• Experience with secure architecture design: network topology, DMZ, firewalls, WAF
• Familiarity with security technologies:
  • IPS, IAS, Kerberos/SPNEGO, OAuth, SAML, SSL/TLS, SSH, X.509
  • Encryption and digital signatures
• Programming experience in one of the following would be advantageous:
  • Java, Python, or ABAP (preferred)
• Honours degree in IT, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong customer focus and teamwork orientation

Where you belong

SAP began in 1972 with five visionaries who set out to revolutionize enterprise software. Today, SAP is a global leader in business applications, driving innovation, fostering equality, and creating opportunities across borders and industries.

We value entrepreneurial spirit, creativity, and long‑term relationships with our employees. A diverse and inclusive workforce keeps us competitive and empowers us to transform industries, elevate economies, and improve lives.

Bring out your best

SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end‑to‑end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose‑driven and future‑focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.

We win with inclusion

SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well‑being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.

SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e‑mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: [e-mail].

For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program, according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements.

Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Please note that any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process.

Requisition ID: 438667 | Work Area: Consulting and Professional Services | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Limited Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid

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