SAP Security Lead

Key Responsibilities:

1. Delivery Management

• Manage the delivery of SAP Security Service for AMS engagement including Incident, Problem, Change, Service Request across SAP Landscape
• Ensure high service availability and performance, with adherence to defined SLAs
• Lead root cause analysis and drive permanent resolution for recurring issues

• Manage transition and steady-state support phases for new or expanding engagements

• Lead the design and implementation of SAP security architecture, including authorization concepts, role design, and segregation of duties (SoD) analysis.
• Conduct comprehensive security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and recommend robust solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure integration of security practices throughout the SAP landscape.
• Provide expert guidance on SAP GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) tools and best practices.
• Mentor and develop junior security consultants, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
• Stay current with the latest SAP security trends, threats, and mitigation strategies.

• Act as the primary point of contact for Business/Client stakeholders, managing expectations and ensuring satisfaction
• Participate in regular governance meetings, provide reporting, insights, and continuous improvement updates
• Build trusted advisor relationships between IT and business leaders

• Manage and mentor a team of SAP consultants and support analysts across onshore/offshore models
• Drive knowledge management, skill enhancement, and competency development within the team
• Support resource planning, onboarding, and performance management

• Experience in estimation, planning and delivery of different sizes of projects like roll outs, mergers and landscape enhancements
• Experience in role design and different kind of role design concepts like; enabler and master derived
• Experience in Go live and Hypercare support as well as handover to steady-state support
• Ensure compliance with contract terms, scope, and deliverables

• Identify automation, innovation, and shift-left opportunities to enhance delivery efficiency
• Support the adoption of tools such as SAP Solution Manager, ChaRM, Focused Build, and AI/ML-based ticket resolution

• Experience:12-15 years in SAP Security with at least 5 years in AMS leadership roles
• Strong knowledge of SAP Security and GRC (ECC or S/4HANA), and familiarity with key modules
• Strong understanding of SOX, ITGC, and audit compliance frameworks.

• Exposure to cloud SAP Security platforms such as SAP BTP, SAP IAG, etc.

• Experience in managing large SAP Security AMS engagements across multi-country landscapes
• Proficiency in ITIL processes and tools for service management
• Strong problem-solving, escalation management, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Excellent communication, leadership, and presentation abilities
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA is an added advantage.