IT Operations Security and Compliance Architect

We help the world run better
At SAP we keep it simple: you bring your best to us and well bring out the best in you. Were builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce and we need your unique talents to help shape whats next. The work is challenging but it matters. Youll find a place where you can be yourself prioritize your wellbeing and truly belong. Whats in it for you Constant learning skill growth great benefits and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.

What youll do

This position as Operations Security and Compliance Architect / Expert offers the unique opportunity to drive and contribute to cross-projects in IT Operations supporting SAPs strategy to be customer zero in using our own cloud products and services.

The role aims to proactively drive and support the execution of mission-critical project in SAPs own IT organization supporting the change to our journey to the cloud and AI.

Youll be part of an international diverse team working in a role thats pivotal to our continued IT operations governance as well as security and compliance posture.

• You will play a key role in the transformation of the companys security journey contributing on a highly professional level to security projects and tools
• Create executable blueprints and concepts according to SAPs global security/compliance strategy and drive execution within IT Operations
• Coach and help subject matter experts in IT Operations to implement these concepts and play an integral part in crucial implementations yourself
• Co-develop and run our custom/internal tools for daily operation (incl. automation AI agents)
• Support the IT protect security program within IT operations as key subject matter expert and architect
• Support continuous improvement initiatives optimizing workflows and implementing tools and methodologies that enhance end-to-end process efficiency

What you bring

• Bachelors / Masters degree in cybersecurity computer science business informatics or related discipline.
• At least 5 years experience working in IT security / compliance / or related functions or highly regulated environments
• Proven track in successfully creating concepts and driving implementations in security programs through multiple organizations

• Hands-On experience with SAPs operations tools and processes
• Hands-On Experience and knowledge in core cybersecurity areas like Enterprise Vulnerability Management (EVM)
• Experience and knowledge about NIST framework and implementation is a plus

• Certification in the following areas is a plus: Security: CISSP CISM CRISC CISA.
• Fluent written and spoken English skills German is a plus

Meet your team

The Compliance Security and Process Governance team in is a team within CPIT supporting IT Operations and CPIT itself to run and operate solutions in the most efficient compliant and secure way. It is offering a wide range of services covering security/compliance lifecycle service management data volume management and hybrid operation topics

Bring out your best
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database analytics intelligent technologies and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide we are purpose-driven and future-focused with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries people or platforms we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP you can bring out your best.

We win with inclusion
SAPs culture of inclusion focus on health and well-being and flexible working models help ensure that everyone regardless of background feels included and can run at their best. At SAP we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.

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Requisition ID: 441107 Work Area: Information Technology Expected Travel: 0 - 10% Career Status: Professional Employment Type: Regular Full Time Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid