Job Description:
An SAP Security SME (Subject Matter Expert) is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security measures within an organization's SAP systems, acting as a leading expert on all aspects of SAP security, including user access controls, role management, compliance regulations, and threat assessments, ensuring data integrity and protection across the SAP landscape.
Key responsibilities of an SAP Security SME:
Security Architecture Design:
Develop and implement comprehensive SAP security strategies, including user provisioning, role concepts, and access controls aligned with business requirements and compliance standards.
Access Control Management:
Manage user access rights by creating and assigning security roles, reviewing user profiles, and performing regular access reviews to mitigate security risks.
GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance):
Configure and maintain SAP GRC modules to automate security processes, manage risk assessments, and enforce compliance with relevant regulations.
Security Monitoring and Incident Response:
Monitor SAP systems for suspicious activity, investigate security incidents, and implement corrective actions to address potential breaches.
Vulnerability Assessment:
Identify and address security vulnerabilities within SAP systems through regular scans and penetration testing.
Change Management:
Review and approve security-related changes within SAP systems, ensuring proper impact analysis and mitigation strategies.
Training and Awareness:
Educate users on best practices for SAP security, including password management and data protection guidelines.
Project Support:
Provide technical expertise on SAP security during implementation, upgrade, and migration projects.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
Deep understanding of SAP security concepts:
Thorough knowledge of SAP security roles, authorization objects, profiles, and security settings across various SAP modules.
GRC Expertise:
Proficient in configuring and managing SAP GRC modules like Access Control, Risk Management, and Process Control.
Technical Skills:
Familiarity with SAP systems architecture, system administration, and scripting languages.
Compliance Knowledge:
Awareness of relevant data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) and how they apply to SAP security.
Problem-solving and analytical skills:
Ability to diagnose and resolve complex security issues within SAP systems.
Strong communication skills:
Effectively communicate technical security concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
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