SAP Security GRC Lead

Job Title: SAP Security-GRC Lead

Location: Charlotte, NC 28202

Responsibilities:
We are looking for an experienced SAP Security Lead with strong SAP GRC implementation expertise to lead the security and compliance workstream for a major SAP program. This role is responsible for end-to-end delivery of SAP Security design and SAP GRC solutions, including access risk management, role design, and audit compliance. The candidate will serve as the key onsite lead, coordinating with business stakeholders, SAP functional teams, auditors, and offshore resources.
Key Responsibilities:
Drive the design, configuration, and deployment of SAP GRC Access Control components (ARA, ARM, BRM, EAM).
Conduct risk analysis and remediation for Segregation of Duties (SoD) and critical access.
Collaborate with business and functional leads to gather security requirements and translate them into compliant SAP security roles.
Lead the design and build of SAP roles and authorizations (ECC, BW, HANA DB, etc.).
Define and implement user provisioning workflows, firefighter access, and access request processes.
Manage user provisioning and access controls, ensuring least-privilege principles.
Align SAP security and GRC controls with internal IT policies and regulatory compliance requirements (SOX, GDPR, etc.).
Support GRC rule set customization, role derivation strategy, and SoD risk mitigation design.
Coordinate with offshore security team for role build, testing, and support.
Coordinate with other SAP functional modules like MM, SD, PP, FICO and ABAP for seamless integration.
Perform validation and reconciliation in coordination with business and IT stakeholders
Support cutover planning and Go-Live readiness for security aspects.

Requirements:
Minimum 10 years of experience including 5+ years leading SAP Security/GRC implementations/deployments
Solid knowledge of compliance frameworks (SOX, IT GDPR) and audit processes.
Knowledge of non-SAP systems integration with SAP GRC (e.g., Active Directory, ticketing tools).
Participate in team meetings to discuss project updates and progress.
Involvement in process improvements, system enhancements, and general problem solving to improve customer experience and team effectiveness
Project-Specific Requirements:
Well versed with Implementation onsite-offshore delivery models.
Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities.