SAP GRC, IAM & Security Lead

About the job

We are

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20 years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 16,700 , and has 57 offices in 22 countries within key global markets.

Our challenge

We are seeking a highly skilled Functional Consultant – SAP GRC & Security to lead and support enterprise-wide governance, risk, compliance, and security initiatives across SAP landscapes.

This role requires deep expertise in SAP GRC (Access Control, Process Control, Risk Management) and SAP Security, along with hands-on experience integrating SAP environments with IAM/IDM, SSO, and SSL-based authentication frameworks.

The ideal candidate will drive secure access management, compliance enforcement, and identity governance while ensuring seamless integration with enterprise security platforms.

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Lead design and implementation of SAP GRC solutions including:
• Access Control (ARA, ARM, EAM)
• Process Control
• Risk Management
• Manage SAP Security administration, including role design, authorization concepts, and user provisioning
• Design and implement segregation of duties (SoD) controls and compliance frameworks
• Integrate SAP systems with enterprise IAM/IDM platforms for identity lifecycle management
• Design and support SSO (Single Sign-On) solutions using SAML, OAuth, or similar protocols
• Ensure secure communication using SSL/TLS configurations and certificate management
• Collaborate with enterprise security teams to align SAP security with Zero Trust and identity governance strategies
• Design and implement automated user provisioning, access request workflows, and approvals
• Support audit readiness, compliance reporting, and regulatory requirements (SOX, GDPR, etc.)
• Integrate SAP with third-party security and monitoring platforms
• Develop functional specifications and work with technical teams on enhancements and integrations
• Conduct risk analysis, access reviews, and remediation activities
• Support S/4HANA transformations, including GRC and security redesign
• Lead testing (SIT/UAT), documentation, and end-user training
• Provide production support and continuous improvement for SAP security frameworks

Requirements:

• 7 years of SAP experience with strong expertise in SAP GRC and SAP Security
• Hands-on experience with GRC Access Control, Process Control, and Risk Management modules
• Proven experience implementing SAP Security role design and authorization frameworks
• Experience integrating SAP with IAM/IDM platforms (e.g., SailPoint, Okta, Azure AD, SAP IDM)
• Strong experience in SSO implementation (SAML, OAuth, Kerberos, etc.)
• Knowledge of SSL/TLS protocols, certificate management, and secure communications
• Experience working in regulated environments with audit and compliance requirements
• Strong understanding of identity and access governance frameworks
• Experience in SAP S/4HANA security and GRC implementations
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and stakeholder management skills

Functional & Technical Expertise

• SAP GRC (Access Control, Process Control, Risk Management)
• SAP Security (roles, profiles, authorizations)
• SoD analysis and compliance enforcement
• IAM/IDM integrations (user provisioning & lifecycle management)
• SSO technologies and identity federation
• SSL/TLS and certificate-based security
• Audit, compliance, and regulatory frameworks

Tools & Platforms

• SAP GRC Suite
• SAP S/4HANA
• IAM Tools (SailPoint, Okta, Azure AD, SAP IDM, etc.)
• SAP Fiori (security & role management)
• Jira / Azure DevOps
• MS Office Suite

Preferred, but not required:

• Experience in financial services or highly regulated industries
• Knowledge of cloud identity platforms and hybrid identity architectures
• Experience with SAP Fiori security and UI authorization frameworks
• Understanding of Zero Trust Architecture and modern IAM strategies
• SAP certifications in GRC, Security, or S/4HANA
• Experience working with global teams and large enterprise programs

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 60 offices in 20 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

SYNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.