SAP Platform Security Manager

Accenture; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 294,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture is seeking a Platform Security professional to design, build, test and deploy SAP security solutions across SAP S/4 environments. You will adapt methods, lead engagements, and deliver secure ERP configurations while maintaining client relationships and ensuring project objectives are met.

Role requires deep SAP security expertise, ability to work independently, and willingness to travel. The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits in the U.S. market.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in SAP S/4 environments or SAP cloud environments.
• Experience creating technical documentation.
• Experience with SAP S/4 Hana, BTP security, Fiori & Hana DB and/or SAP SaaS applications security.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience (minimum 12 years).
• Travel may be required (0–100%).

Responsibilities

• Oversee and configure security in SAP S/4 with focus on application security, SAP GRC, and vulnerability management.
• Lead engagement or workstream planning and verify deliverables meet objectives.
• Step into a lead role for components of engagements or a workstream.
• Contribute to client relationships and provide direction to teams.
• Plan engagements, align expectations, and verify contractual deliverables.
• Demonstrate knowledge of SAP security domains and provide independent task delivery.

Skills

SAP S/4 environments

SAP cloud environments

SAP Hana/BTP security

Fiori & Hana DB security

Security documentation

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP GRC

Security Bridge

Onapsis

IAS/IAG security

Job description

Accenture Overview

We are a global collective of innovators applying the New every day to improve the way the world works and lives. Help us show the world what’s possible as you partner with clients to unlock hidden value and deliver innovative solutions. Empowered with innovative tools, continuous learning, and a global community of diverse talent and perspectives, we drive success in a new business architecture that disrupts conventional practices. Our expertise spans 40+ industries across 120+ countries and impacts millions of lives every day. We turn ideas into reality.

We Are Platform Security professionals develop and deliver solutions to strengthen the SAP cybersecurity considerations of enterprise applications; including the design, built, test and deployment of SAP application Security Roles, SAP GRC Access and Process Control solutions, data protection through role based security, and ERP vulnerability management solutions that minimize the impact of internal and external manipulation of applications and protect sensitive data.

We are currently looking for professionals for our Platform Security practice with extensive experience in the following:

You Are

A Security and Risk professional developing and delivering solutions that protect SAP systems and data by establishing policies, practices, and tools that secure the ERP/SAP landscape. SAP Platform Security professionals develop and deliver solutions - including design and implementation of SAP Application role-based security, SAP GRC solutions, and SAP vulnerability management with compliance / audit experiences.

A professional at this position level within Accenture has the following responsibilities: Adapts existing methods and procedures to create possible alternative solutions to moderately complex problems. Understands the strategic direction set by senior management as it relates to team goals. Uses considerable judgment to determine solutions and seeks guidance on complex problems. Primary upward interaction is with the direct supervisor. May interact with peers and/or management levels at a client and/or within Accenture. Understand delivery methodologies and ability to execute. Determines methods and procedures on new assignments with guidance. Manages small teams and/or work efforts at a client or within Accenture.

The Work (Role Responsibility)

• Ability to oversee and step in to configure security and associated solutions in SAP S/4 focused on application security, SAP GRC, and SAP vulnerability management to meet unique client security requirements.
• Lead engagement or workstream planning and verify that deliverables meet contract and work plan objectives.
• Ability to step into a lead role such as take responsibility for small components of engagements or a workstream.
• Contribute to a strong client relationship through interactions with client personnel
• Communicate expectations and provide direction to the client and engagement team.
• Actively plan engagements, align deliverable expectations, contribute to engagement planning and verify that deliverables meet contract and work plan objectives.
• Demonstrate knowledge an industry (e oil and gas) or technical specialty niche (e.g BTP, SAP GRC process controls)
• Demonstrate experience 1) independently completing SAP S4 implemention complex security-related tasks (ex. An upgrade to S/4HANA); 2) making major contributions in assuring deliverables meet contract and work plan objectives and; 3) taking on tasks of increased complexity
• Ability to take a broad view of the position and take initiative to communicate, interact, and cooperate with others to verify all aspects of a task are addressed
• Ability to independently create written deliverables and participate in presentations
• Ability to recognize, qualify and communicate opportunities to sell "add-on" work
• Strong understanding of information security management principles, SAP application security implementation methodologies, SAP GRC Access or Process controls, and SAP vulnerability management.

Here’s What You Need (Basic Qualifications)

• Minimum 5 years of experience in SAP S/4 environments and/or SAP cloud environments

• Minimum 5 years of experience creating technical documentation

• Minimum 5 years of experience with SAP S/4 Hana, BTP security, Fiori & Hana DB and or SAP SaaS applications security experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience. (If Associate’s Degree, must have minimum 6 years work experience)

• Travel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 0 to 100% depending on business need and client requirements.

Bonus with these skills and experiences (Preferred)

• Experience with SAP S/4 Hana, BTP, SAP IAG/IAS security experience
• Prior experience working in a consultant/advisory capacity. Big Four experience preferred
• Knowledge of internal controls, with relation to SAP Security and SAP Access/Process Controls
• Experience with SAP data protection solutions such as NextLabs and / or SAP vulnerability tools such as Security Bridge, Onapsis and or Identity and Access Management integrations.
• Certifications such as CISA, CISM, CISSP
• Proven success in contributing to a team-oriented environment
• Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment
• Desire to work in an environment fostering teaming
• Excellent leadership, communication (written and oral), and interpersonal skills
• Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below. We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 09/20/2026. Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here:

U.S. Employee Benefits | Accenture (https://www.accenture.com/us-en/careers/local/benefits)

Role Location Annual Salary Range California $94,400 to $293,800 Cleveland $87,400 to $235,000 Colorado $94,400 to $253,800 District of Columbia $100,500 to $270,300 Illinois $87,400 to $253,800 Maine $80,400 to $216,200 Maryland $94,400 to $253,800 Massachusetts $94,400 to $270,300 Minnesota $94,400 to $253,800 New York $87,400 to $293,800 New Jersey $100,500 to $293,800 Virginia $87,400 to $270,300 Washington $100,500 to $270,300

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