SAP Deployment & Cutover Sub-Lead

accenturefederalservices; United States; On-site; USD 126,000 - 243,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Federal Services seeks an experienced Deployment & Cutover Sub-Lead to guide the transition to SAP S/4HANA. You will develop a comprehensive cutover strategy, coordinate cross‑functional teams, and ensure minimal business disruption during go‑live.

Responsibilities include overseeing BASIS activities, leveraging AWS expertise, monitoring progress, and proactively addressing risks. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years SAP BASIS administration experience.
• Strong knowledge of AWS cloud infrastructure.
• Familiarity with SAP application lifecycle.
• Experience leading large ERP deployments, esp. SAP S/4HANA.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute cutover strategies for SAP S/4HANA deployment.
• Coordinate cross-functional deployment activities to minimize disruption.
• Oversee BASIS activities during system deployment and cutover.
• Leverage AWS and lifecycle knowledge to optimize processes.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation plans for cutover.
• Provide progress updates to stakeholders during transition.

Skills

SAP BASIS

AWS Cloud

SAP S/4HANA

ERP Deployments

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

System Migrations

Data Validation

Job description

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations.

Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands‑on experience, certifications, industry training and more.

Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!

The work:

As the Deployment & Cutover Sub-Lead, you will play a pivotal role in guiding the organization through a seamless transition from its legacy systems to the new SAP S/4HANA production environment. You will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive cutover strategy, ensuring that all technical and business processes are migrated efficiently and with minimal disruption. Your work will involve close collaboration with cross‑functional teams to coordinate activities, manage timelines, and address any issues that arise during the transition. You will also be expected to monitor progress, provide status updates, and implement contingency plans as needed to guarantee a successful go live.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and execute cutover strategies to ensure a seamless transition from the legacy environment to the new SAP S/4HANA production system
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to coordinate deployment activities and minimize business disruption
• Oversee and support BASIS activities related to system deployment and cutover
• Leverage AWS and SAP lifecycle knowledge to optimize deployment processes -Identify and mitigate risks associated with cutover and deployment
• Monitor progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders throughout the transition
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues during cutover to ensure system stability and performance

Here's what you need:

• 7+ years of experience with SAP BASIS administration, a strong understanding of AWS cloud infrastructure, and a deep familiarity with the SAP application lifecycle
• Exposure to tools and processes such as system migrations, data validation, and post-cutover support will be highly beneficial
• Experience leading or supporting large‑scale ERP deployments, particularly those involving SAP S/4HANA, will help you anticipate challenges and proactively resolve them

Nice to have:

• Ability to navigate complex technical environments and coordinate with diverse stakeholders will be key to ensuring a smooth and effective transition for the organization
• Bachelor's degree in a related field

Eligibility requirements:

• US Citizen (no dual citizenship)
• Active Secret Clearance
• Willingness to travel up to 25%

As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia . The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here.

The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia is:

$126,300 - $243,100 USD

What We Believe

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