SAP Security and GRC Lead Consultant

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group seeks a senior SAP Security and GRC consultant to lead design, configuration, and implementation across S/4HANA, ECC, Fiori, and BW.

You will develop security strategies, create and manage SAP role designs, conduct SoD reviews, and drive compliance with GDPR, SOX, HIPAA, and related standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in SAP Security and SAP GRC implementations.
• Proven experience leading SAP Security and GRC projects (design, implementation, support).

Responsibilities

• Lead design, configuration, and implementation of SAP Security and GRC solutions.
• Develop and manage SAP role designs and SoD rules across SAP environments.
• Lead audits and compliance checks, ensure GDPR, SOX, HIPAA alignment.
• Oversee risk mitigation, access control governance, and integration with SAP modules.

Skills

SAP GRC

Access Control

SoD

Role Design

S/4HANA Security

Fiori Security

Regulatory Compliance

GRC Process Control

Risk Management

Audit & Governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

SAP GRC Access Control

BRM/ARM/ARA modules

Process Control

Risk Management

Job description

• Lead the design, configuration, and implementation of SAP Security solutions, ensuring alignment with organizational policies and compliance requirements.
• Develop and implement SAP GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) solutions, focusing on access control, risk management, and process control.
• Create and manage SAP role designs, segregation of duties (SoD) rules, and security roles for various SAP environments (e.g., SAP S/4HANA, ECC, Fiori, BW, etc.).
• Develop security strategies and guidelines that ensure data protection and regulatory compliance (GDPR, SOX, etc.).

Job Description

• Lead the design, configuration, and implementation of SAP Security solutions, ensuring alignment with organizational policies and compliance requirements.
• Develop and implement SAP GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) solutions, focusing on access control, risk management, and process control.
• Create and manage SAP role designs, segregation of duties (SoD) rules, and security roles for various SAP environments (e.g., SAP S/4HANA, ECC, Fiori, BW, etc.).
• Develop security strategies and guidelines that ensure data protection and regulatory compliance (GDPR, SOX, etc.).

Area of Responsibility

• Lead the design, configuration, and implementation of SAP Security solutions, ensuring alignment with organizational policies and compliance requirements.
• Develop and implement SAP GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) solutions, focusing on access control, risk management, and process control.
• Create and manage SAP role designs, segregation of duties (SoD) rules, and security roles for various SAP environments (e.g., SAP S/4HANA, ECC, Fiori, BW, etc.).
• Develop security strategies and guidelines that ensure data protection and regulatory compliance (GDPR, SOX, etc.).

SAP GRC Implementation and Management

• Implement and configure SAP GRC Access Control modules including Access Risk Analysis (ARA), Emergency Access Management (EAM), Access Request Management (ARM), and Business Role Management (BRM).
• Lead the implementation of SAP GRC Process Control and Risk Management, ensuring effective risk mitigation and compliance monitoring.
• Oversee and conduct regular SoD (Segregation of Duties) reviews, security audits, and compliance checks.
• Integrate GRC solutions with other SAP modules and external systems as needed to support holistic risk management.

Project Leadership

• Serve as the lead consultant for SAP Security and GRC projects, managing resources, timelines, and deliverables to ensure successful implementation and optimization.
• Lead requirements gathering workshops, develop project plans, and guide teams through the end-to-end lifecycle of SAP security projects.
• Ensure that projects are delivered on time and within budget, with a strong focus on quality, security, and compliance.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients and stakeholders regarding security, risk, and compliance matters.

Security Governance and Compliance

• Develop and enforce SAP security policies, procedures, and governance frameworks across SAP landscapes.
• Lead internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with regulations such as GDPR, SOX, HIPAA, etc.
• Establish and manage access control governance processes to ensure that sensitive data and systems are adequately protected.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to assess and mitigate security risks, implementing continuous improvements to the security and compliance posture.

Incident Response and Risk Mitigation

• Lead security incident response efforts within SAP environments, including root cause analysis, containment, and resolution of issues.
• Perform risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies to enhance SAP system security.
• Continuously monitor and review SAP system security, access controls, and GRC workflows to address evolving threats and risks.

Training and Knowledge Transfer

• Provide leadership, training, and mentoring to internal teams on SAP Security and GRC best practices.
• Develop training materials and documentation to ensure knowledge transfer to client and internal teams.
• Stay current with SAP Security and GRC trends, tools, and practices, ensuring the organization adopts the latest technologies and processes.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities for process improvement in SAP Security and GRC implementations, recommending enhancements and optimizations.
• Evaluate new security technologies and tools that can improve the organization’s security posture.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that security measures are integrated into broader IT and SAP initiatives.

Education

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• SAP Security and GRC certifications are highly desirable.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in SAP Security and SAP GRC Access Control implementations.
• Proven experience leading SAP Security and GRC projects, including design, implementation, and support.
• Strong hands‑on experience in SAP GRC modules, including Access Control, Process Control, and Risk Management.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA Security, SAP Fiori Security, and other SAP systems (ECC, BW, CRM, etc.).
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, SOX) and security frameworks.

Techno-Functional Skills

• Proficiency in SAP GRC Access Control (ARA, EAM, ARM, BRM), Process Control, and Risk Management.
• Deep understanding of SAP role design, user provisioning, access risk analysis, and segregation of duties (SoD).
• Experience with SAP authorization concepts, roles, and profiles in SAP S/4HANA and ECC.
• Strong knowledge of SAP Security audit tools, including SOD reports, user access reviews, and compliance monitoring tools.
• Familiarity with SAP Fiori and SAP S/4HANA security roles and authorization configurations.
• Troubleshoot authorization issues, conduct user administration, and manage password policies.
• Gather requirements and document S/4 HANA security strategies and frameworks.
• Design and build roles for S/4 HANA and Fiori Gateway systems, ensuring alignment with client needs.
• Perform transportation of roles and analyze missing authorizations using tools like SU53, ST01, and STAUTHTRACE.
• Utilize expertise in USR* and AGR* tables for effective security management.
• Implement table security using authorization groups and maintaining Authorization Object S_TABU_DIS.
• Provide technical expertise to SAP teams and support business stakeholders in accessing necessary approvals.
• Collaborate with functional teams to prepare SAP security reports based on management and departmental needs.
• Support GRC Access Control activities, including firefighter ID management, SOD conflict analysis, and role assignments.
• Ensure compliance with Segregation of Duties controls framework and support audit activities.
• Hands‑on experience in SAP ECC and S/4 HANA security implementation and support.
• Proficiency in SAP Fiori UI5 security and understanding of different business processes.
• Knowledge of SAP CUA for user management and configuration.
• Familiarity with SAP GRC Access Control and its functionalities.
• Ability to resolve tickets within specified Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail for troubleshooting security issues.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with BW/BI security, HANA DB security, and GRC security modules is a plus.