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.