Security and Authorisations Consultant

• Practice SAP

• Technologies SAP Technology Jobs

• Location Zurich, Switzerland

• Type Contract

Job Title: SAP Security & Authorisations Consultant (UAM / CSV)
Location: Brussels (on-site 3 days per week)
Contract Duration: 3 months (initial)
Engagement Type: Contract (via System Integrator)
Project Phase: Testing & Enhancement (Post-Implementation)

Role Overview

An SAP Security & Authorisations Consultant is required to support a critical programme currently in the testing phase, with a substantial backlog of security and compliance enhancements. The consultant will operate within a system integrator environment, collaborating with a distributed, international stakeholder group.

The role requires strong expertise in User Access Management (UAM) and Computer System Validation (CSV) within regulated or compliance-sensitive environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute and refine User Access Management (UAM) processes, including:
  • User provisioning, deprovisioning, and role assignments
  • Role-based access control (RBAC) optimisation
  • Segregation of Duties (SoD) analysis and remediation
• Support Computer System Validation (CSV) activities:
  • Ensure SAP security controls align with validation requirements
  • Contribute to validation documentation (IQ/OQ/PQ support where relevant)
  • Maintain audit-ready traceability of access and control mechanisms
• Participate actively in the testing phase:
  • Support UAT and SIT cycles from a security perspective
  • Identify, document, and resolve security defects and gaps
  • Implement and validate outstanding enhancements
• Liaise with international project teams:
  • Coordinate with functional, technical, and compliance stakeholders
  • Communicate effectively across multiple geographies and time zones
• Work within a system integrator delivery model:
  • Align with structured delivery frameworks and governance
  • Adhere to client-specific compliance and documentation standards

Required Skills & Experience

• Extensive SAP Security & Authorisations experience
• Strong hands-on expertise in:
  • UAM (User Access Management) processes
  • SoD frameworks and risk mitigation
  • Role design and optimisation (PFCG)
• Proven experience in CSV (Computer System Validation) environments
  • Preferably within pharma, life sciences, or regulated industries
• Experience supporting testing phases (SIT/UAT) in SAP programmes
• Ability to operate in international, cross-functional teams
• Strong documentation and audit support capability

Desirable Skills

• Experience with SAP GRC (Access Control)
• Familiarity with S/4HANA environments
• Exposure to audit processes and regulatory frameworks (e.g., GxP)

Working Model

• 3 days per week on-site in Brussels
• 2 days remote
• Immediate or short-notice availability preferred

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