SAP Security/GRC Senior Consultant Role - Digital Platforms - Germany

The Role

As a SAP Security/GRC Consultant, you will work closely with diverse clients to assess their SAP security risks, design and implement tailored SAP Security and Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) solutions, and drive successful project delivery. You will act as a trusted advisor, helping clients align SAP security frameworks with business objectives and compliance mandates.

• Lead SAP Security and GRC assessment, design, and implementation projects for clients across industries.
• Conduct client workshops and requirements gathering sessions to understand business and security needs.
• Design and configure SAP security roles, authorizations, and GRC Access Control components (Access Risk Analysis, Emergency Access Management, Access Request Management).
• Develop and enforce Segregation of Duties (SoD) policies to mitigate risks and ensure compliance.
• Deliver SAP Security and GRC gap analysis, risk assessments, and remediation plans.
• Support clients during audits by preparing documentation, reports, and facilitating access reviews.
• Provide strategic advice on SAP security best practices, compliance frameworks (SOX, GDPR, HIPAA, etc.), and process improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Basis, functional consultants, and IT auditors to implement secure SAP landscapes.
• Conduct end-user training sessions and knowledge transfer workshops.
• Stay abreast of SAP security trends, new releases, and regulatory changes to provide proactive consulting.

Requirements

• 5-8 years of consulting experience is necessary.
• 3+ years of SAP Security and GRC consulting experience with multiple end-to-end implementations.
• Hands-on expertise with SAP ECC and/or S/4HANA Security.
• Strong experience configuring SAP GRC Access Control modules (Access Risk Analysis, Emergency Access Management, Access Request Management).
• Excellent client-facing and communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven track record of managing multiple client engagements and delivering quality results on time.
• Functional / Content Skills
• Strong knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) , Business Process controls, IT General Controls and IT governance.
• Deep understanding and practical experience Analysis and Design/Re-Design of Business process and IT General controls in SAP and Non-SAP landscape.
• Strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of the overall context of underlying business processes and technologies.
• Understanding the purpose, procedures and ways of work of internal/external audits.
• Ability to support audits and to provide the right information & data, and to mitigate and/or solve identified deficiencies and gaps.
• Technical Skills (Data, Technology, Implementation)
• Ability to retrieve and analyze and report/present data from various sources.
• Understanding of data structures, sources, flow and integration across infrastructure platforms, functional domains, and application landscapes/service.
• Up-to-date understanding of Concepts & Integration of Cloud Services, and multi-cloud environments
• Tool Skill Requirements
• A variety of ERP systems (SAP & Non-SAP), Operating systems, Databases and financial applications
• Identity and Access Management solutions and monitoring solutions such as Splunk, Qualys, Tripwire, but also in Authorization & SoD
• Analytics & reporting in area of ITGC/GRC
• IT Service Management Tools, Market Leader (SNOW, BMC, JIRA, ..)
• Experience with SAP Identity Management (IdM).
• Knowledge of cloud-based SAP security and hybrid environments.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Experience in global delivery and working with offshore resources.
• Project-related mobility/willingness to travel
• Qualifications and certifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• More than 7 years of experience in Financial / IT compliance, risk management, IT audit and/or IT controls; strong experience in an audit firm (e.g. Big Four).
• SAP Security or GRC certifications are a plus (e.g., SAP Certified Technology Associate – SAP Access Control).

Given that this is just a short snapshot of the role we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the requirements listed above. We are looking for team members who strive to make an impact and are eager to learn. If this sounds like you and you feel you have the skills and experience required, then please apply now.

Benefits