Accenture

SAP Platform Security Consultant

Accenture$70K — $205K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years experience in SAP S/4 HANA/Fiori, SAP BTP SAP GRC Access Controls with a focus on SAP S/4 implementations
  • 3 years of experience creating technical documentation
  • 3 years of SAP Fiori, SAP BTP and HANA DB security experience
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience (minimum 10 years) required
  • Ability to travel as needed, varying from 0 to 100%.
  • Consultant/advisory experience, particularly with Big Four firms preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Adapts methods to create solutions for complex problems
  • Aligns team goals with strategic direction from senior management
  • Determines procedures on new assignments with guidance
  • Manages small teams or assignments within the company
  • Contributes to strong client relationships through effective communication
  • Configures SAP security solutions to meet specific client needs
  • Conducts security assessments and ensures project deliverables meet objectives

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan with employer match
  • Bonus opportunities based on performance
  • Paid holidays and vacation time
  • Long-term disability coverage
Full Job Description

Platform Securityprofessionals develop and deliver solutions - including the design and implementation of SAP application Security Roles, implementation of SAP Access and Process Control, Segregation of Duties Analysis Rules, Security Role Provisioning solutions, Security Analytics, Automated External Application Scanning, and Automated Source Code Analysis - that minimize the impact of internal and external manipulation of applications to access, steal, modify, or delete sensitive data.

You Are:

A Security and Risk professional developing and delivering solutions that protect SAP systems and data by establishing policies, practices, and tools that prevent unauthorized access, use, disclosure, modification, or disruption. SAP Platform Security professionals develop and deliver solutions - including design and implementation of SAP Security Roles, Segregation of Duties Analysis Rules, Security Role Provisioning solutions, Security Workflow, Business Process Controls, Security Analytics, Enterprise GRC Solutions, Automated External Application Scanning, and Automated Source Code Analysis. A professional at this position level within Accenture has the following responsibilities:

  • Adapts existing methods and procedures to create possible alternative solutions to moderately complex problems.

  • Understands the strategic direction set by senior management as it relates to team goals.

  • Uses considerable judgment to determine solutions and seeks guidance on complex problems. Primary upward interaction is with the direct supervisor. May interact with peers and/or management levels at a client and/or within Accenture.

  • Determines methods and procedures on new assignments with guidance. Decisions often impact the team in which they reside.

  • Manages small teams and/or work efforts (if in an individual contributor role) at a client or within Accenture.

The Work (Role Responsibility):

  • Contribute to a strong client relationship through interactions with client personnel

  • Understand engagements as they relate to client's business

  • Configure security and associated solutions in SAP S/4 to meet unique client security requirements

  • Demonstrate knowledge in some areas of industry or functional specialty

  • Communicate client expectations to the engagement team

  • Conduct security assessments

  • Assume responsibility for small components of engagements. May have a greater role in small engagements

  • Contribute to engagement planning and verify that deliverables meet contract and work plan objectives.

  • Deliver services that meet Accenture Project Manager specifications

  • Recognize and communicate opportunities to sell "add-on" work to client

  • Strong understanding of SAP/ERP implementation principles, SAP application security implementation methodologies, role-based access controls, SAP GRC compliance processes (segregation of duties, provisioning, emergency access)

  • Demonstrate experience 1) independently completing complex security-related tasks (ex. An upgrade to S/4HANA); 2) making major contributions in assuring deliverables meet contract and work plan objectives and; 3) taking on tasks of increased complexity

  • Ability to take a broad view of the position and take initiative to communicate, interact, and cooperate with others to ensure that all aspects of a task are addressed

  • Ability to independently create written deliverables and participate in presentations

  • On-site, regular client travel is anticipated for this position, depending on client requirements

Here What You Need (Basic Qualifications):

Minimum 3 years of experience in SAPS/4 HANA/Fiori, SAP BTP SAP GRC Access Controls, with a focus on SAP S/4 implementations

 Minimum 3 years of experience creating technical documentation

 Minimum 3 years of experience with SAP Fiori, SAP BTP and HANA DB security experience

Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 10 years) work experience. (If Associates Degree, must have minimum 6 years work experience)

Travel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 0 to 100% depending on business need and client requirements.

 Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Skills):

 Prior experience working in a consultant/advisory capacity. Big Four experience preferred

 Knowledge of internal controls, with relation to SAP Security and SAP Access/Process Controls

Experience with SAP IAG/IAS, SAP vulnerability management process and tooling (e.g. Onapsis, Security Bridge, identity and access management integrations,

 Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment

 Proven success in contributing to a team-oriented environment fostering teamwork

Demonstrated leadership, management skills, strong, communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below. We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 09/20/2026. Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here:

U.S. Employee Benefits | Accenture

Role Location Annual Salary Range California $70,350 to $205,800 Cleveland $59,100 to $164,600 Colorado $63,800 to $177,800 District of Columbia $68,000 to $189,300 Illinois $59,100 to $177,800 Maine $54,400 to $151,400 Maryland $63,800 to $177,800 Massachusetts $63,800 to $189,300 Minnesota $63,800 to $177,800 New York $66,300 to $205,800 New Jersey $68,000 to $205,800 Virginia $59,100 to $189,300 Washington $80,200 to $189,300

About Accenture

Accenture plc is a multinational professional services company that provides services in strategy, consulting, digital, technology, and operations. The company has more than 537,000 employees serving clients in more than 120 countries. Accenture operates across five business segments: Communications, Media & Technology; Financial Services; Health & Public Service; Products; and Resources. The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, and has offices worldwide.
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Net Income
$5.2 billion
Founded
1989
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+11.2%
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$44.7 billion
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