SAP Security Architect - Local to CA - only w2

Job Title: SAP Security Architect

Duration
: 12 months (with potential extension)

Location:
California PST time zone, Los Alamitos, CA – 2-3 days per week Hybrid onsite model

The Security Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and governing the security framework, access controls, and compliance standards for the SAP landscape (e.g., S/4HANA, BTP, Fiori). The lead will ensure that the SAP systems are secure against internal and external threats while aligning with business processes, audit requirements, and IT strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategy and Design: Define and maintain the security architecture roadmap, including Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Segregation of Duties (SoD) frameworks, and security policies.
• Authorization Management: Configure, manage, and optimize complex SAP security roles, profiles, and authorizations across various modules (S/4HANA, GTS, BRIM, BW, GRC).
• System Protection: Implement security controls for SAP landscapes, including cloud integration (BTP), SAP Fiori apps, and network security.
• Compliance & Risk Mitigation: Conduct security audits, risk assessments, and vulnerability assessments, ensuring compliance with standards such as GDPR and SOX.
• Identity Management: Integrate SAP with enterprise Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems (e.g., SAP GRC).
• Project Leadership: Provide technical expertise during, upgrades, and modernization initiatives.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Experience: Requires minimum 12+ years of experience in SAP security administration and architecture.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of SAP authorization concepts, SAP Fiori security, SAP BTP security, and SAP GRC.
• Security Expertise: Strong knowledge of authentication mechanisms (SAML, OAuth, SSO), data protection, and encryption protocols.
• Leadership: Ability to lead teams, collaborate with business stakeholders, and drive technical visions to success.

Typical Qualifications & Background

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience in SAP S/4HANA migrations and implementation.
• Experience in role-redesign for a brownfield implementation program is a must
• Proven experience in leading security projects within complex, multi-system environments