SAP S/4HANA Security Consultant (Security Weaver / Pathlock) - REMOTE

SAP S/4HANA Security Consultant

(Security Weaver / Pathlock)

Engagement Details

Role: SAP S/4HANA Security Consultant (Security Weaver / Pathlock)

Work Timings: 4:30 PM to 1:30 AM

Project Background

We are seeking a senior SAP S/4HANA Security Consultant to work on the security workstream for our brownfield migration.

This person will own security impact analysis, role redesign, Fiori and HANA security implementation, and SoD/risk management using Security Weaver (Pathlock) as the primary governance tool. Experience with SAP GRC Access Control is also acceptable where Security Weaver exposure is limited.

Core Requirements (Must)

Minimum 2–3 full lifecycle ECC S/4HANA brownfield migration projects (hands-on conversion experience).

Direct, hands-on execution of SU25 (Phases 1–4) and role retrofit activities during conversion.

Fiori security implementation experience: catalogs, groups, business roles, OData activation, SICF.

Enterprise role redesign and remediation at scale (analysis and remediation of 1,000+ roles preferred).

SAP Readiness Check and Simplification Item Catalog impact analysis experience.

Hands-on experience with Security Weaver (Pathlock) OR SAP GRC Access Control for SoD analysis, simulation, remediation, and reporting.

Strong understanding of SoD rule design and risk mitigation strategy during ECC S/4 transitions.

Excellent communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

Lead SAP security strategy and execution for ECC S/4HANA transformation (brownfield conversion).

Perform role impact analysis, cleanup, and remediation; execute SU25 conversion steps and validate role behavior in S/4.

Design and implement a Fiori-first security model (catalogs, groups, business roles) and secure OData/SICF services.

Configure and manage Security Weaver (Pathlock) controls; alternatively, align SAP GRC rule sets where applicable.

Migrate SoD rule sets and control frameworks from ECC to S/4; define interim compensating controls.

Conduct workshops with functional teams (FI/CO/MM/SD/EWM), Basis, Development, and Audit to validate security models.

Support cutover, security testing, and post-go-live authorization validation and stabilization.

Preferred Qualifications

8+ years of SAP Security experience (ECC and S/4HANA).

Proven track record in 2+ ECC S/4HANA brownfield conversions.

Experience with Security Weaver (Pathlock) strongly preferred.

SAP GRC Access Control experience in complex enterprise environments.

Experience working in SOX/ITGC-regulated environments and preparing audit evidence.

Excellent communication skills and ability to lead cross-functional workshops.