SAP Basis Product Specialist

Client HCL America

Role - SAP Basis Product Specialist

Location: Remote

Duration: 12+ Months

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Key Responsibilities

1. Management of SAP RISE managed infrastructure:

• Collaborate with business teams, SAP ECS and IT cross-functional teams to design and optimize the SAP portfolio of cloud-based software and services.
• Ensure scalability, high availability, and performance of SAP systems are deployed as project deliverable and planned for longer term sustainability of support and operations.

1. Technical owner and management of SAP cloud solutions

• Understanding of cloud applications and their interdependencies with the ERP core including IBP, SAC, Datasphere, Ariba and BTP.
• Coordinate/communicate with functional product owners for issue resolution, maintenance or upgrades.
• Escalation for critical incidents requiring cross team collaboration and technical leadership.

1. BASIS Administration:

• Aligning with SAP ECS Roles and Responsibilities, oversee and manage the BASIS support activities, including system provisioning, version/patch management, transport management, and performance monitoring.
• Manage transformation project deliverables with the systems integrator along with defining strategies around managing SAP applications in both private and public cloud.
• Establish metrics to monitor system health, problem resolution, and implement security measures.

1. Security and Compliance:

• Develop and enforce SAP security policies, access controls, and authorization mechanisms.
• Working with project System Integrator, develop user roles, authorization and user access/provisioning processes aligned to best practices and security policies.
• Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with compliance teams to ensure adherence to industry standards and regulations.

1. Solution Architecture:

• Work closely with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into SAP architectural solutions.
• Design end-to-end solutions that align with business goals, considering scalability, maintainability, and security.
• Evaluate and recommend SAP modules, components, and integration patterns.

1. Technical Leadership:

• Provide technical guidance to project teams, developers, and administrators.
• Mentor junior team members and foster knowledge sharing.
• Stay updated on SAP trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.

1. Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, functional consultants, and project managers.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, presenting architectural proposals and justifications.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
• SAP certification (e.g., SAP Certified Technology Associate) preferred.
• Proven experience as an SAP Architect, BASIS Administrator, or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of SAP landscapes, modules, and integration.
• Experience with S/4 HANA in an SAP RISE Managed Infrastructure with at least 10 years of managing SAP landscapes.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform), and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience and strong technical understanding of SAP security concepts and role-based authorization.
• Proficient with SAP GRC-related tools and processes to support IT controls and access management
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to handle complex technical challenges.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience leading and supporting SAP applications with a managed service partner (AMS)