SAP Security Consultant

Maitsys Inc.; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Maitsys Inc. seeks an experienced SAP Security Consultant to oversee SAP security across our client landscape, focusing on roles, authorizations, GRC, and compliance.

You'll partner with business and IT stakeholders, serve as the primary liaison with audit teams, and manage SoD analysis, user provisioning, and security documentation. Hybrid work with strong on-site presence in Atlanta.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of hands-on SAP Security and GRC Access Control experience.
• Proven leadership of SAP security initiatives across ECC, S/4HANA, BW, and Fiori.
• Strong SoD, risk management, and audit control knowledge.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; stakeholder management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee SAP security and compliance across SAP S/4HANA and related systems.
• Define and maintain SAP role-based access controls and authorization concepts.
• Coordinate with business and IT stakeholders to align security with operations.
• Serve as liaison between audit teams and IT; deliver controls and evidence.
• Manage user provisioning, SoD analysis, and role design optimization.
• Support upgrades, enhancements, and integrations with security guidance.
• Develop and maintain SAP security policies and documentation.
• Mentor junior security analysts and coordinate cross-functional workload.

Skills

SAP Security

GRC Access Control

Stakeholder management

Audit reporting

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

S/4HANA

ECC

BW

Fiori

SAP Cloud (BTP)

Azure AD integration

SAP Identity Management

Job description

We are seeking an experienced SAP Security Consultant to oversee and manage all aspects of SAP security across our client’s landscape. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in SAP roles, authorizations, GRC, and compliance, as well as demonstrated experience in managing stakeholder and audit expectations. This position requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to balance technical and business priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• SAP security and compliance initiatives across SAP S/4HANA and related systems.
• Define, implement, and maintain SAP role-based access controls and authorization concepts.
• Partner with business and IT stakeholders to ensure alignment of security standards with operational requirements.
• Serve as the primary liaison between audit teams and IT, ensuring timely delivery of controls, evidence, and documentation.
• Oversee remediation of audit findings and ensure continuous compliance with internal and external standards (e.g., SOX).
• Manage user provisioning, segregation of duties (SoD) analysis, and role design optimization.
• Support project teams during system upgrades, enhancements, and integrations by providing expert guidance on SAP security impacts.
• Develop and maintain SAP security policies, procedures, and best practices documentation.
• Mentor junior security analysts and coordinate workload across cross-functional teams.

Required Qualifications

• 15+ years of hands-on experience in SAP Security and GRC Access Control.
• Proven experience in leading SAP security initiatives across multiple SAP modules (ECC, S/4HANA, BW, Fiori, etc.).
• Strong understanding of SoD, risk management, and audit control frameworks.
• Prior experience managing stakeholder expectations and delivering audit/compliance reports.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to translate business needs into technical requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAP Cloud (BTP) or hybrid landscapes.
• Familiarity with SAP Identity Management or Azure AD integration.
• Prior consulting experience in the biopharma, manufacturing, or regulated industries.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and collaborative global team.
• Exposure to large-scale SAP programs and cross-functional initiatives.
• Hybrid work flexibility with a strong on-site presence in Atlanta for key meetings and stakeholder interactions.