We are seeking a distinguished Chief SAP Security Architect to design and oversee our client's SAP security strategy. This role demands a unique blend of in-depth SAP knowledge, advanced security expertise, and strategic leadership capabilities.
1. Strategic Security Architecture: Develop and implement a comprehensive SAP security strategy aligned with the organization's business objectives and industry best practices.
2. Security Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate potential security risks associated with SAP systems, ensuring robust protection against cyber threats.
3. Security Architecture Design: Design and architect secure SAP systems, incorporating the latest security technologies and methodologies.
4. Security Compliance and Governance: Define and enforce SAP security policies, standards, and governance across the organization, ensuring compliance with legal regulations and industry standards.
5. Threat Intelligence and Response: Stay abreast of emerging cyber threats and SAP security vulnerabilities, developing proactive strategies for threat detection and response.
6. Partnership and Vendor Management: Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with security technology vendors and SAP, ensuring access to the latest security solutions.
7. Thought Leadership: Represent the organization in industry forums, contribute to thought leadership publications, and stay at the forefront of SAP security trends and technologies.
8. Team Leadership and Development: Oversee a team of Senior SAP Security Consultants, fostering a culture of continuous learning and high performance.
1. Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. Minimum of 15 years of relevant professional experience can also be considered in lieu of a degree.
2. Unparalleled expertise in SAP Security, with extensive experience in SAP ECC, SAP HANA, and/or SAP S/4HANA.
3. In-depth understanding of SAP security administration, including user management, authorization concepts, data privacy, and system hardening.
4. Comprehensive knowledge of SAP security technologies such as SAP NetWeaver AS ABAP, SAP Gateway, and SAP Fiori.
5. Proven track record of designing and implementing large-scale, secure SAP solutions.
6. Exceptional problem-solving skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to balance short-term operational needs with long-term strategic goals.
7. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing C-suite executives and managing high-stakes client relationships.
8. Proven ability to manage enterprise-wide projects, coordinate cross-functional teams, and navigate complex organizational dynamics.
9. Fluency in English, both written and verbal.
This position requires a Chief SAP Security Architect with a level of expertise who can craft our client’s SAP security strategy, inspire innovation in the field, and lead our highest-performing SAP security professionals. If you are a globally recognised SAP security expert with a passion for shaping the future of enterprise security, we encourage you to apply.
Applicants must have an active NV1 AGSVA clearance or can achieve NV1 clearance.