SAP Platform Security Manager

Accenture•Albany, New York Metropolitan Area

fulltime

Other, Information Technology, and Management

5+ years

About the role

Accenture Overview We are a global collective of innovators applying the New every day to improve the way the world works and lives. Help us show the world what’s possible as you partner with clients to unlock hidden value and deliver innovative solutions. Empowered with innovative tools, continuous learning, and a global community of diverse talent and perspectives, we drive success in a new business architecture that disrupts conventional practices. Our expertise spans 40+ industries across 120+ countries and impacts millions of lives every day. We turn ideas into reality.

We Are Platform Security professionals develop and deliver solutions to strengthen the SAP cybersecurity considerations of enterprise applications; including the design, built, test and deployment of SAP application Security Roles, SAP GRC Access and Process Control solutions, data protection through role based security, and ERP vulnerability management solutions that minimize the impact of internal and external manipulation of applications and protect sensitive data.

We are currently looking for professionals for our Platform Security practice with extensive experience in the following:

You Are A Security and Risk professional developing and delivering solutions that protect SAP systems and data by establishing policies, practices, and tools that secure the ERP/SAP landscape. SAP Platform Security professionals develop and deliver solutions - including design and implementation of SAP Application role-based security, SAP GRC solutions, and SAP vulnerability management with compliance / audit experiences.

A professional at this position level within Accenture has the following responsibilities: Adapts existing methods and procedures to create possible alternative solutions to moderately complex problems. Understands the strategic direction set by senior management as it relates to team goals. Uses considerable judgment to determine solutions and seeks guidance on complex problems. Primary upward interaction is with the direct supervisor. May interact with peers and/or management levels at a client and/or within Accenture. Understand delivery methodologies and ability to execute. Determines methods and procedures on new assignments with guidance. Manages small teams and/or work efforts at a client or within Accenture.

The Work (Role Responsibility)

Ability to oversee and step in to configure security and associated solutions in SAP S/4 focused on application security, SAP GRC, and SAP vulnerability management to meet unique client security requirements.
Lead engagement or workstream planning and verify that deliverables meet contract and work plan objectives.
Ability to step into a lead role such as take responsibility for small components of engagements or a workstream.
Contribute to a strong client relationship through interactions with client personnel
Communicate expectations and provide direction to the client and engagement team.
Actively plan engagements, align deliverable expectations, contribute to engagement planning and verify that deliverables meet contract and work plan objectives.
Demonstrate knowledge an industry (e.g oil and gas) or technical specialty niche (e.g. BTP, SAP GRC process controls)
Demonstrate experience 1) independently completing complex security-related tasks (ex. An upgrade to S/4HANA); 2) making major contributions in assuring deliverables meet contract and work plan objectives and; 3) taking on tasks of increased complexity
Ability to take a broad view of the position and take initiative to communicate, interact, and cooperate with others to verify all aspects of a task are addressed
Ability to independently create written deliverables and participate in presentations
Ability to recognize, qualify and communicate opportunities to sell "add-on" work
Strong understanding of information security management principles, SAP application security implementation methodologies, SAP GRC Access or Process controls, and SAP vulnerability management.

Here’s What You Need (Basic Qualifications)

Minimum 5 years of experience in SAP S/4 environments and/or SAP cloud environments
Minimum 5 years of experience creating technical documentation
Minimum 5 years of experience with SAP S/4 Hana, Fiori & Hana DB security experience
Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience. (If Associate’s Degree, must have minimum 6 years work experience)
Travel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 0 to 100% depending on business need and client requirements.

Bonus With These Skills And Experiences (Preferred)

Experience with SAP S/4 Hana, BTP, SAP IAG, PathLock security experience
Prior experience working in a consultant/advisory capacity. Big Four experience preferred
Knowledge of internal controls, with relation to SAP Security and SAP Access/Process Controls
Experience with SAP data protection tools such as Nextlabs and / or SAP vulnerabilty tools such as Security Bridge, Onapsis
Certifications such as CISA, CISM, CISSP
Proven success in contributing to a team-oriented environment
Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment
Desire to work in an environment fostering teaming
Excellent leadership, communication (written and oral), and interpersonal skills

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We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 03/16/2026.

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