Sap Security And Authorizations Specialist (F / M / D), It

Hexagon Ab; Johannesburg; Remote; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sensor and software solutions is looking for an experienced SAP Security and Authorizations Specialist in Johannesburg. In this role, you will optimize user access management, ensure compliance with security policies, and collaborate with IT and business stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have at least 7 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree in IT, alongside strong knowledge of SAP security frameworks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of hands-on experience in SAP Security and Authorizations.
• Strong knowledge of SAP RBAC concepts and user authorization management.
• Ability to design and implement internal controls for user access.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain role-based access rights for SAP users.
• Administer user accounts and manage role allocation processes.
• Conduct audits and ensure compliance with internal security policies.

Skills

User access management

SAP security

Role design

Audit management

Compliance frameworks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Tools

SAP user accounts

SAP transaction codes (SU01, PFCG)

Job description

SAP Security and Authorizations Specialist (f / m / d) Job Description SAP Security and Authorizations Specialist (f / m / d)Summary We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented SAP Security and Authorizations Specialist to manage and optimize user access within our SAP landscape.

This role is responsible for designing and maintaining role-based access, administering user authorizations, ensuring compliance with security policies, and supporting audit readiness.

The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with IT, business stakeholders, and audit teams to uphold secure, compliant, and efficient access to SAP systems while continuously improving security processes and controls.

Job Responsibilities Role Design and Maintenance :

• Collaborate with GPOs to design and implement role-based access rights.
• Maintain and update role definitions and permission sets based on business evolution User Access Management :
• Administer user accounts, roles, and authorizations in SAP.
• Manage user role allocation and removal processes in line with organizational policies.

Collaboration and Support :

• Work closely with IT teams, SAP CoE, and SAP functional experts to resolve access-related issues.
• Provide training and support to end-users regarding access management processes and policies.

Audit Management :

• This role will also be responsible for management and resolution of all audit related topics for the applications concerned.
• As part of audit management, internal controls need to be designed, documented and tested.
• Ensure that appropriate mitigation measures are implemented where required.

Security Compliance :

• Conduct regular audits and reviews of user access rights to ensure compliance with internal requirements.
• Monitor and report on security incidents related to user access.
• Evaluation and prioritization of new requirements.

Documentation and Reporting :

• Develop and maintain documentation for user access processes, policies, and role definitions.
• Generate regular reports on user access metrics and compliance status for management review.
• Identify areas for process improvement within user access management and implement best practices.
• Stay updated on SAP security trends, tools, and technologies to enhance access management strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of hands-on experience in SAP Security and Authorizations.
• Proven experience in user access management, role design, and SAP security audits.
• Strong knowledge of SAP role-based access control (RBAC) concepts and user authorization management.
• Business fluent in English.
• Proficiency in managing SAP user accounts, profiles, roles, and authorizations.
• Familiarity with SAP transaction codes related to security (e.g., SU01, PFCG, SUIM, ST03N, etc.
• Ability to design, test, and implement internal controls for user access.
• Understanding of audit principles and compliance frameworks (e.g., SOX, GDPR, ITGC).
• Experience in preparing for and responding to internal and external audits.
• Ability to define and implement mitigating controls where segregation of duties (SoD) conflicts exist.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

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Apply now Information at a Glance Apply now Business Unit : Division IT Services Country / Region : South Africa Workplace : Johannesburg, remote Job Function : IT Req ID : About Hexagon Hexagon is a global leader in sensor, software and autonomous solutions.

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Our technologies are shaping urban and production ecosystems to become increasingly connected and autonomous – ensuring a scalable, sustainable future.

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