SAP S/4HANA Security Architect / Security Lead

SAP S/4HANA Security Architect / Security Lead
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Employment Type: Contract
Experience: 15+ Years
Work Model: Onsite / Hybrid / Remote

Job Summary
We are looking for a highly experienced Senior SAP S/4HANA Security Expert / Security Architect with 15+ years of SAP security experience to lead security activities for a large and complex S/4HANA project.
The ideal candidate will be a senior-level SAP Security professional who can identify the right security solution, make architectural decisions, resolve complex security issues, and provide technical direction to other team members. This is a high-intensity project requiring strong ownership, deep S/4HANA security expertise, and the ability to work effectively in a demanding environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead SAP Security architecture and solution design for SAP S/4HANA environments.
Analyze complex security requirements and identify the appropriate technical solutions.
Provide expert guidance and direction to SAP Security team members and other technical teams.
Design, implement, and review SAP roles, authorizations, and security models.
Support S/4HANA security architecture, including business role design and authorization concepts.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex SAP Security and authorization issues.
Review security designs and ensure alignment with project requirements and SAP best practices.
Work closely with functional, technical, infrastructure, and business teams to understand security requirements.
Provide technical leadership during implementation, testing, cutover, and post-go-live activities.
Mentor and guide junior and mid-level SAP Security consultants.
Identify security risks and recommend appropriate remediation strategies.
Support integration-related security requirements across SAP and third-party systems.
Participate in security governance, design reviews, and technical decision-making.
Take ownership of critical security deliverables and ensure timely completion in a fast-paced project environment.
Required Skills & Experience
15+ years of overall SAP experience, with extensive experience in SAP Security.
Strong hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA Security and Authorizations.
Deep understanding of SAP authorization concepts, role design, and access controls.
Strong experience in SAP Security architecture and solution design.
Ability to independently analyze complex requirements and recommend the right solution.
Proven experience providing technical leadership and mentoring other SAP Security resources.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.