SAP Security Architect

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission‑critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

Are you passionate about security architecture and driven to protect against the latest threats? We are seeking a Security Architect who will join our team and take the lead on developing, implementing, and maintaining our security strategy around our Enterprise SAP environments.

As our Security Architect, you will work closely with our leadership team to design and implement effective security solutions that not only protect our business objectives and regulatory requirements, but also provide innovative solutions to stay ahead of emerging threats.

You will conduct risk assessments and threat modeling to identify and prioritize risks to our business and IT assets, using your extensive experience in security architecture design and implementation within a Service Provider environment to create a cutting‑edge security architecture framework. You will also work to maintain policies, standards, and guidelines related to information security within our organization, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to implement security controls and technologies such as encryption, authentication, and authorization solutions.

Your role will also involve conducting security reviews of business applications and solutions to ensure they meet our rigorous security standards, as well as performing regular security and risk reviews to identify vulnerabilities and recommend remediation activities.

At the forefront of security trends and technologies, you will advise our senior leadership team on the latest security best practices, and stay ahead of emerging security threats, always keeping our organization one step ahead.

Key Responsibilities

• Security Architecture & Design:
  • Define and implement security architecture for SAP systems including S/4HANA, ECC, Fiori, BW, and SAP Cloud Platform.
  • Design and maintain robust role‑based access control (RBAC) models, segregation of duties (SoD), and least‑privilege access frameworks.
• Governance, Risk, and Compliance:
  • Lead SAP security assessments, risk analysis, and compliance reviews (SOX, GDPR, HIPAA, etc.).
  • Support SAP GRC (Access Control, Process Control, Risk Management) implementation and ongoing management.
• Access Management & Monitoring:
  • Oversee user provisioning, role design, and privileged access management for SAP environments.
  • Collaborate with Identity & Access Management (IAM) and Security Operations Center (SOC) teams for monitoring and incident response.
• Project Leadership & Collaboration:
  • Provide security leadership on SAP transformation, upgrades, and cloud migration projects.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert and liaison between security, SAP technical teams, and business stakeholders.
• Documentation & Policy Development:
  • Develop and maintain SAP security standards, guidelines, and procedures.
  • Create technical documentation and support internal/external audit requests.

Future at Kyndryl

Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career, from a Junior Architect to Principal Architect – we have opportunities for that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands‑on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms.

Who You Are

You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer‑focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in security architecture design and implementation within a Service Provider organization
• 7+ years of experience in SAP security and architecture, including multiple SAP modules and technologies
• Deep understanding of SAP authorizations, user provisioning, and security best practices
• Experience with SAP GRC Access Control and audit reporting tools
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance frameworks (SOX, GDPR, NIST, ISO 27001)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience with security frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, or CIS Controls

Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

• Bachelor\’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
• SAP certifications (e.g., SAP Certified Technology Associate – System Security Architect)
• Exposure to SIEM, SOAR, and endpoint detection within SAP landscapes
• Prior experience in a regulated industry (finance, healthcare, energy)
• Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CCSP
• Deep understanding of security technologies, such as firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, vulnerability scanners, and endpoint protection
• Strong knowledge of cloud security concepts and technologies, such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) with SAP

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single‑handedly: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state‑of‑the‑art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well‑being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company‑wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non‑profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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