Manager, SAP Security

Genmab; Utrecht; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Genmab is seeking an experienced SAP Security Expert to fortify SAP security controls in a highly regulated pharma/biotech setting. The role reports to the Director of SAP Platforms and covers SAP ECC/S/4HANA security, GxP, SOX, GDPR, and audit readiness across SAP landscapes.

The candidate will design roles, administer users, and implement SAP GRC and Pathlock solutions, collaborating with CoE and AMS teams to ensure compliant access controls and robust security documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 5–7 years of hands-on SAP Security and Authorizations experience, preferably in pharma, biotech, or other regulated industries.
• Strong knowledge of SAP GRC Access Control.
• Solid understanding of SAP S/4HANA security concepts and SAP Fiori authorization design.
• Experience supporting SAP bolt‑on applications such as BlackLine, BTP Security etc.
• Experience working in GxP‑regulated environments.
• Exposure to Pathlock access control.
• Strong documentation, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, build, and maintenance of SAP security and authorization concepts across ECC and SAP S/4HANA systems
• Design and maintain SAP roles in accordance with GxP, SOX, and Genmab internal control frameworks
• Perform SAP user administration including provisioning, de-provisioning, emergency access, and periodic access reviews
• Configure, support, and operate SAP GRC and Pathlock solutions for access control and segregation of duties monitoring
• Support SAP S/4HANA and SAP Fiori security, including catalogs, groups, and roles
• Support security integration with SAP bolt-on applications such as BlackLine
• Participate in internal and external audits by preparing evidence, reports, and explanations related to SAP access controls
• Support system validation activities including impact assessments, risk assessments, and change documentation
• Maintain SAP security documentation such as role concepts, procedures, and control descriptions
• Work in close coordination with SAP Center of Excellence (CoE) team members, including technical and functional SAP teams, for all security and access requirements
• Coordinate day-to-day SAP security activities with external consultants providing additional capacity through the Application Management Service (AMS) team

Skills

SAP Security

SAP GRC

S/4HANA Security

Fiori Authorization

GxP Compliance

SOX Compliance

GDPR Compliance

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

BlackLine

Pathlock

SAP GRC Access Control

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

At Genmab, we are dedicated to building extra[not]ordinary® futures, together, by developing antibody products and groundbreaking, knock-your-socks-off KYSO antibody medicines® that change lives and the future of cancer treatment and serious diseases. We stride to create, champion and maintain a global workplace where individuals’ unique contributions are valued and drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our patients, care partners, families and employees.
Our people are compassionate, candid, and purposeful, and our business is innovative and rooted in science. We believe that being proudly authentic and determined to be our best is essential to fulfilling our purpose. Yes, our work is incredibly serious and impactful, but we have big ambitions, bring a ton of care to pursuing them, and have a lot of fun while doing so.
Does this inspire you and feel like a fit? Then we would love to have you join us!

Role

Genmab is seeking an experienced SAP Security Expert to support and enhance SAP security controls within a highly regulated pharma/biotech environment. The role, which reports to the Director of SAP Platforms, requires strong hands‑on expertise in SAP Security, SAP GRC, and SAP S/4HANA, with a solid understanding of compliance requirements such as GxP, SOX, GDPR, and audit expectations. The successful candidate will be a subject‑matter expert within SAP security while working closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure robust, compliant, and audit‑ready access controls across SAP landscapes.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, build, and maintenance of SAP security and authorization concepts across ECC and SAP S/4HANA systems
• Design and maintain SAP roles in accordance with GxP, SOX, and Genmab internal control frameworks
• Perform SAP user administration including provisioning, de‑provisioning, emergency access, and periodic access reviews
• Configure, support, and operate SAP GRC and Pathlock solutions for access control and segregation of duties monitoring
• Support SAP S/4HANA and SAP Fiori security, including catalogs, groups, and roles
• Support security integration with SAP bolt‑on applications such as BlackLine
• Participate in internal and external audits by preparing evidence, reports, and explanations related to SAP access controls
• Support system validation activities including impact assessments, risk assessments, and change documentation
• Maintain SAP security documentation such as role concepts, procedures, and control descriptions
• Work in close coordination with SAP Center of Excellence (CoE) team members, including technical and functional SAP teams, for all security and access requirements
• Coordinate day‑to‑day SAP security activities with external consultants providing additional capacity through the Application Management Service (AMS) team
  

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 5–7 years of hands‑on SAP Security and Authorizations experience, preferably in pharma, biotech, or other regulated industries
• Strong knowledge of SAP GRC Access Control
• Solid understanding of SAP S/4HANA security concepts and SAP Fiori authorization design
• Experience supporting SAP bolt‑on applications such as BlackLine, BTP Security etc.
• Experience working in GxP‑regulated environments
• Exposure to Pathlock access control
• Strong documentation, analytical, and communication skills
  

For US based candidates, the proposed salary band for this position is as follows:
$117,600.00---$176,400.00
The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as discretionary bonuses and long‑term incentives.

When You Join Genmab, You’re Joining a Culture That Supports Your Physical, Financial, Social, And Emotional Wellness. Within The First Year, Regular Full‑time U.S. Employees Are Eligible For

• 401(k) Plan: 100% match on the first 6% of contributions
• Health Benefits: Two medical plan options (including HDHP with HSA), dental, and vision insurance
• Voluntary Plans: Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Time Off: Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and 12 weeks of discretionary paid parental leave
• Support Resources: Access to child and adult backup care, family support programs, financial wellness tools, and emotional well‑being support
• Additional Perks: Commuter benefits, tuition reimbursement, and a Lifestyle Spending Account for wellness and personal expenses
  

Further details on eligibility for compensation and benefits based on role will be provided during the recruitment process

About Genmab

Genmab is an international biotechnology company with a core purpose to improve the lives of patients through innovative and differentiated antibody therapeutics. For 25 years, its hard‑working, innovative and collaborative team has invented next‑generation antibody technology platforms and harnessed translational, quantitative and data sciences, resulting in a proprietary pipeline including bispecific T‑cell engagers, antibody‑drug conjugates, next‑generation immune checkpoint modulators and effector function‑enhanced antibodies. By 2030, Genmab’s vision is to transform the lives of people with cancer and other serious diseases with Knock‑Your‑Socks‑Off (KYSO®) antibody medicines.
Established in 1999, Genmab is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark with international presence across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit Genmab.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X.
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