SAP Solution Architect Security

Billerud; Solna kommun; On-site; SEK 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Billerud seeks a SAP Solution Architect Security to take overall responsibility for SAP security architecture, authorization concepts, and Identity & Access Governance across our SAP landscape. You will collaborate with stakeholders, project teams, security specialists, and external partners to ensure compliant, scalable security solutions.

The role blends strategic architecture with hands-on expertise in SAP security, access governance, and identity management, making it ideal for someone who

Qualifications

• University degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Documented experience working with SAP Security and Authorizations.
• Deep understanding of SAP authorization concepts, role design, and access governance.
• Experience supporting audits, compliance activities, and regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of identity integrations involving SAP solutions, Azure AD, IAS/IPS, or enterprise IAM platforms.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain SAP security architecture, authorization concepts, and access governance processes across SAP platforms.
• Design and optimize roles, authorizations, and identity integrations for SAP S/4HANA, SAP BTP, and related solutions.
• Ensure compliance with Segregation of Duties (SoD), internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Support identity and access governance processes, including role lifecycle management, risk analysis, and access provisioning.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, project teams, auditors, and external partners to secure compliant and scalable solutions.
• Support SAP transformation initiatives by embedding security-by-design principles in projects, upgrades, and rollouts.
• Drive continuous improvements within SAP security, governance, and identity management practices.

Skills

SAP security

Identity management

Audit support

Regulatory compliance

SoD knowledge

English fluency

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Technology

Tools

SAP IAG

SAP GRC

Azure AD

IAS/IPS

Enterprise IAM

Job description

Job Description

At Billerud we believe that when we have tomorrow in mind, we will do our very best today. It is thanks to our employees that we are a world-leading company within the field of renewable paper and packaging materials. Do you want to realize your true value and work for a sustainable tomorrow? Join us!

At Billerud we believe that when we have tomorrow in mind, we will do our very best today. It is thanks to our employees that we are a world-leading company within the field of renewable paper and packaging materials. Do you want to realize your true value and work for a sustainable tomorrow? Join us!

Are you passionate about SAP security, identity management, and building secure solutions that enable business transformation? A unique opportunity to shape and develop Billerud’s future global SAP landscape in a true greenfield transformation.

As part of Billerud's SAP S/4HANA journey, we are looking for a SAP Solution Architect Security to take overall responsibility for SAP security architecture, authorization concepts, and Identity & Access Governance across our SAP landscape.

About The Role

As SAP Solution Architect Security, you will be responsible for shaping and governing SAP security and access management across Billerud's SAP ecosystem. Working closely with business stakeholders, project teams, security specialists, and external partners, you will ensure that authorization models, identity integrations, and governance processes support both business requirements and compliance standards.

The role combines strategic architecture responsibilities with hands‑on expertise in SAP security, access governance, and identity management, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working at the intersection of business, technology, and risk management.

Your Main Tasks Will Be

• Define and maintain SAP security architecture, authorization concepts, and access governance processes across SAP platforms.
• Design and optimize roles, authorizations, and identity integrations for SAP S/4HANA, SAP BTP, and related solutions.
• Ensure compliance with Segregation of Duties (SoD), internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Support identity and access governance processes, including role lifecycle management, risk analysis, and access provisioning.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, project teams, auditors, and external partners to secure compliant and scalable solutions.
• Support SAP transformation initiatives by embedding security‑by‑design principles in projects, upgrades, and rollouts.
• Drive continuous improvements within SAP security, governance, and identity management practices.

You report to: Manager Global SAP Applications.

While the preferred location for this role is Solna, the position can also be based in one of our mills in Sweden. Frequent travel to our Solna office is an essential part of the role.

Qualifications

• University degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Documented experience working with SAP Security and Authorizations.
• Deep understanding of SAP authorization concepts, role design, and access governance.
• Experience supporting audits, compliance activities, and regulatory requirements.
• Good understanding of Segregation of Duties (SoD), risk management, and internal controls.
• Experience with SAP Identity Access Governance (IAG), SAP GRC, or similar governance tools is considered highly beneficial.
• Knowledge of identity integrations involving SAP solutions, Azure AD, IAS/IPS, or enterprise IAM platforms.
• Understanding of SAP licensing principles and how role design impacts license allocation is an advantage.
• SAP Security or SAP GRC certifications are considered beneficial.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Note: You need to have a permanent Swedish work permit to be considered for this position

Personal qualities

You are an analytical and detail‑oriented professional with a strong interest in security, governance, and risk management. You enjoy solving complex challenges and balancing security requirements with business needs.

You collaborate effectively across organizational boundaries and communicate confidently with both technical specialists and business stakeholders. With a structured and proactive approach, you build trust, drive improvements, and contribute to sustainable and compliant solutions.

As a team player, you thrive in an international environment and are committed to delivering high‑quality results that support both operational excellence and long‑term business goals.

Our values are central to our business, and we believe you recognize yourself in: We care for each other and We do what we say!

Contact

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to Katarina Kopkin, Senior Manager Global Applicants; [e-mail] or if you have any questions regarding the recruitment, please contact Mimmi Jonsson, Sr TAP; [e-mail]

Application information

Selection and interviews will be held on an ongoing basis.

Do you want to help create a sustainable future through your work?

At Billerud, we are fully committed to reduce our and our customers carbon footprint by offering high‑performance paper and packaging materials. We are convinced that the right solutions can be important tools to help fight climate change. That's why we see it as our responsibility to enable the best packaging choices, for a better tomorrow.

Our proud history in the forestry and paper industry goes back more than 150 years. Since then, we’ve grown to what we are today: a world leading company in high‑performing paper and packaging materials - passionately committed to sustainability, quality, and customer value. Our materials are the basis of packaging and paper products used by millions of people around the world, 24 hours a day, all year round.

We serve customers in more than 100 countries through our three business areas Liquid Packaging Board, Paper and Paper Board. Our nine production units are located in Sweden, USA, and Finland and we have around 5,200 employees in 16 countries. Our annual turnover is approximately SEK 40.5 billion and the share is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. At Billerud we always put safety first, care for each other, and do what we say.

Join us in redefining sustainable packaging and drive meaningful change for a better tomorrow.