SAP Authorization Manager, Security Consultant

VANGARD AG

SAP Security Consultant responsible for end-to-end SAP authorization management with a focus on compliance and governance. Collaborating with various departments to ensure secure access rights management.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeBern • 🇨🇭 SwitzerlandJuniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in SAP Authorization Management, including role construction, Segregation of Duties (SoD), and compliance. Proficient in user and role administration within SAP S/4HANA and experienced in leading authorization projects and audits.

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SAP Authorization ManagementRole ConstructionSegregation of Duties (SoD)SAP S/4HANASAP GRC Access Control

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Hard Skills

PFCGSU01SU10Authorization ObjectsRoot-Cause AnalysisAudit-Proof DocumentationS/4HANA AuthorizationsGRC Tools ImplementationAuthorization StandardsRole Models Design

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsMeticulous ApproachCollaboration with Business Units

Tools & Technologies

SAP S/4HANASAP GRC Access Control

Industry Keywords

Compliance RequirementsSegregation of Duties (SoD)Authorization ManagementInternal AuditIT Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

You are responsible for SAP authorization management end-to-end — from design through role construction to ongoing operations.
You act as the subject-matter authority on access, Segregation of Duties (SoD) and compliance.
Develop, maintain and further develop the company-wide SAP authorization concept.
Define role models, naming conventions and authorization standards.
Ensure Segregation of Duties (SoD) and compliance requirements, including support for audits.
Technically build and maintain single and composite roles in SAP S/4HANA.
User and role administration including Profile Generator (PFCG), SU01, SU10.
Analyze and remediate authorization issues — from ST01 traces to root-cause analysis.
Contribute to or lead authorization projects — new concept design, rollouts, S/4HANA migrations.
Implementation or further development of GRC tools (SAP GRC Access Control) is an advantage.
Manage external partners in authorization projects.
Work closely with business units, HR, Internal Audit and IT Security.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Several years of experience in SAP authorization management — you know PFCG, SU01 and authorization objects inside and out
Proven experience in designing and building SAP role models — not just operational support
Knowledge of S/4HANA authorizations and the differences compared to ECC is an advantage
Experience with SAP GRC Access Control (ARA, ARM, EAM) is an advantage — but not a requirement
Understanding of SoD risks, compliance requirements and audit-proof documentation
Structured, meticulous approach — authorizations tolerate no half measures
Strong communication skills at all levels — with developers as well as with management or internal audit
Fluent German, both written and spoken.

Benefits

Comp & perks

A role with genuine subject-matter responsibility — not just ticket handling
Freedom to shape the design and further development of authorization management
Hybrid working model with real flexibility, location Bern or Zurich
A well-coordinated team with short decision-making paths
Competitive compensation with development prospects