SAP Security Specialist

PlanIT Group LLC

$100K — $120K *
Enterprise Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience with SAP GRC Suite including Access Control and Process Control.
  • Expertise in risk analysis, remediation, and compliance as per regulatory frameworks.
  • Hands-on experience with GRC configuration tools and software design processes.
  • Strong technical skills in scripting languages such as PowerShell and Python
  • Ability to develop and deliver audit-ready documentation and reports.

Responsibilities

  • Lead risk analysis and remediation initiatives for business processes.
  • Configure and maintain SAP GRC Access Control roles and SoD matrices.
  • Develop internal controls and conduct risk assessments to ensure control effectiveness.
  • Generate comprehensive compliance reports for regulatory audits.
  • Participate in GRC implementation and upgrade projects using Agile or Waterfall methodologies.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
  • Access to the latest tools and technologies in GRC management.
  • Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Job Description: This role is for an SAP GRC Engineer / Admin

The following details required and desired skills for this position:

SAP GRC Suite Expertise
• Business Process, Risk/Ruleset management, and Process Controls Development and Management
• Hands-on experience of leading the business through risk analysis and remediation
• Deep knowledge of SAP GRC components: Access Control (AC), Process Control (PC), Risk Management (RM), and Audit Management (AM)
• Experience configuring and maintaining GRC solutions (role design, SoD rules, workflow setup, remediation)

Access Control (AC)
• Designing, testing, and maintaining composite and single roles
• Managing SoD matrices, risk analysis, and remediation projects
• Using tools such as Access Risk Analyzer (ARA), Role Manager, and Business Role Builder

Engineering Methodology
• Experience with standard engineering process
• Background in doing requirements discovery and translation from business requirements to technical requirements / deliverable
• Experience with software systems design

Process Control & Risk Management
• Building internal controls, monitoring plans, and audit workpapers
• Configuring continuous control monitoring (CCM) and KPI dashboards
• Conducting risk assessments and documenting control effectiveness

Compliance & Audit
• Understanding of regulatory frameworks (SOX, GDPR, ISO 27001, FISMA, etc.)
• Ability to generate audit-ready reports and evidence
• Coordination with internal and external auditors

SAP Basis & Integration
• Fundamentals of SAP NetWeaver, S/4HANA, and system landscape management
• Transport management (CTS) for GRC objects
• Integration with SAP Identity Management (IdM) and third-party IAM solutions

Technical Tools & Scripting
• Proficiency with GRC configuration tools (PFCG, GRAC, GRPC, GRRM)
• Basic ABAP debugging for security-related enhancements
• Automation scripts (PowerShell, Python, Bash) for user provisioning and report generation

Security Incident Management
• Monitoring GRC alerts, handling violations, and executing remediation steps
• Collaboration with SAP Basis and IT security teams for patches and hardening

Project & Change Management
• Experience leading GRC implementation or upgrade projects (Agile or Waterfall)
• Managing change requests, documentation, and stakeholder communication

Data Analysis & Reporting
• Building regular SoD, risk, and compliance reports (using SAP GRC reporting, Excel, Power BI)
• Analyzing large user-role datasets to identify anomalies

Communication & Training
• Clear documentation of GRC policies, procedures, and role designs
• Conducting training sessions for functional users and auditors
• Liaising with business owners, security teams, and IT partners

Soft Skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Proactive attitude and willingness to stay current with GRC best practices and regulatory changes

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