SAP Security Associate Manager/Manager
We Are
Accenture Security helps organizations prepare, protect, detect, respond, and recover along all points of the security lifecycle. Cybersecurity challenges are different for every business in every industry. Leveraging our global resources and advanced technologies, we create integrated, turnkey solutions tailored to our clients’ needs across their entire value chain. Whether we’re defending against known cyberattacks, detecting and responding to the unknown, or running an entire security operations center, we will help companies build cyber resilience to grow with confidence. Our team of the security sector’s brightest people use the coolest tech to out-hack the hackers and help clients build resilience from within. We blend risk strategy, digital identity, cyber defense, application security and managed service solutions to rethink the entire security lifecycle.
You Are
Passionate about security, love what you do and have a genuine desire to outsmart the bad guys. You have the experience to analyze a clients’ security posture, anticipate security requirements and help find right-sized solutions based on industry leading practices. You have a proven track record working successfully in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. You’re a creative, analytical problem solver with above average documentation skills who can speak to both technical and non-technical audiences. Can apply deep security skills to design, build and protect enterprise systems, applications, data, assets and people for Accenture and our clients. You are eager to put your skills to use by helping us help our clients inject security at every level of their organization.
JOB DESCRIPTION
As an SAP Security Transformation lead within Accenture’s Platform Security Practice, you will help our clients across industries secure their SAP landscapes as they modernize, grow, and innovate. You’ll lead multi-disciplinary teams to design, deliver and integrate SAP security solutions, govern risks, and ensure regulatory compliance. Leveraging Accenture’s global assets, methodologies, and technology, you will play a pivotal role in driving secure SAP transformation programs and building trusted client relationships in the market—supporting the needs of public and private sector clients.
Role Responsibilities:
• Lead and deliver SAP security transformation initiatives (e.g., S/4HANA upgrades, greenfield deployments, cloud integration, security hardening) for public and private sector clients
• Assess, design, and implement SAP security controls, including user and role management, identity and access management (IAM), GRC, and segregation of duties
• Govern, monitor, and remediate SAP security risks using automation, analytics, and best practices
• Define security requirements and translate business needs into technical solutions
• Oversee compliance initiatives (privacy, regulatory, audit) for enterprise platform security
• Engage clients as a trusted advisor: communicate security risks, priorities, and strategies in clear business terms
• Mentor and upskill team members in SAP Security technologies, frameworks, and industry trends
Basic Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 7 years’ experience delivering SAP security solutions (core SAP, S/4HANA, SAP GRC, SAP Cloud, etc.)
• Demonstrated success in leading multi-disciplinary teams to deliver workstreams or projects
• Deep knowledge of SAP security frameworks, access controls, and regulatory requirements
• Have hands on experience in DDM (dynamic Data Masking)
• Have supported engagement with SAP Fiori, Build work zone (BWZ)
• Proficient in integration with IAS services (Azure etc.)
• Track record working with clients in highly regulated industries (public sector or government preferred)
• Strong client relationship, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience in project management, including planning, budgeting, and risk management
Preferred Requirements:
• Industry certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM)
• Hands-on experience with security tools such as SAP GRC, Identity Management, SIEM solutions, etc.
• Experience with SAP security in cloud and hybrid environments (SAP BTP, Azure, AWS, GCP)
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British Columbia/Ontario $90,850 to $140,850
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Ottawa, Ontario
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