SAP Access Management & Governance Lead

Overview

The SAP Access Management & Governance Lead will be responsible for defining, governing, and enhancing SAP access management strategies across a global landscape. Collaborating with various stakeholders, this role focuses on ensuring secure access governance, regulatory compliance, and effective risk management while leading initiatives aimed at modernizing SAP security capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Own and govern the global SAP Access Management framework and operating model.
  • Define and maintain SAP access governance policies, standards, procedures, and controls.
  • Manage the Segregation of Duties (SoD) governance framework and access risks.
  • Establish governance for the complete SAP role lifecycle, including design and review processes.
  • Ensure the SAP environment remains audit-ready and compliant with regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborate with business owners and technology teams on access governance matters.
  • Lead initiatives to modernize SAP security and identity governance capabilities.
  • Establish KPIs, KRIs, and governance reporting for SAP access management.

Requirements

  • Strong experience in SAP Security, Access Management, and Governance.
  • In-depth understanding of SAP authorization concepts and access controls.
  • Hands-on experience with Segregation of Duties (SoD) and access risk management.
  • Demonstrated experience in managing SAP user access lifecycle and role governance.
  • Strong knowledge of SAP security controls and compliance requirements.
  • Experience working across complex global SAP environments.
  • Strong stakeholder management and governance skills.
  • Experience with SAP GRC Access Control or equivalent access governance solutions is preferred.