SAP Security Architect

Job Description :

Airbus started its Digital journey. The objective being to transform the company and to prepare it for the future. This transformation includes new global governance, new ways of working and the implementation of digital business services and platforms. As a part of this transformation journey we have set up a GCC in the silicon valley of India - Bangalore. This state of the art GCC is responsible for driving excellence in IT for Airbus.

Due to expansion of our activities we have a vacancy within Airbus Commercial for an SAP Security Architect within the SAP Security product, under our Critical Assets Protection organisation.

About US :

The Critical Asset & Data Protection organisation is responsible to protect the critical assets and data of our company to keep our competitive advantage and to prevent risks of financial and intellectual property loss, non compliance with regulations.

The Critical Assets Protection team is focusing on the cyber remediation of the top critical applications of Airbus, which includes applications identified by cyber risk analysis, applications under the spectrum of Part IS regulations and SAP Landscapes.

The SAP security team is responsible to reduce the cyber risk on the SAP landscape, which supports a significant number of critical business applications. It is organised in 4 main streams :

• Hardening : Application of security guidelines to reinforce hardening of SAP environment (operating system, database layer, application layer…) including network architecture
• Monitoring : Implementation of monitoring capabilities in SAP landscapes (covering from operating system layer to application layer) and proposing remediations. Management of a dedicated tool (SAP Enterprise Threat Detection) for the SAP application layers.
• Access Control : Reinforce SAP access control from a security point of view applying standards. Identify and remediate the critical risks and defining the security recommendations for access management
• Foundations & Future developments : Drumbeat the deployment of security foundations and provide support to new and existing projects to secure the SAP architecture (Review of ARD, under the lead of DSD), and provide support on deployment of SAP standards.

What you will be doing :

The SAP Security Architect is responsible for the design solution to SAP Security, technical changes and the product roadmap in line with Enterprise Architecture guidelines and Airbus' Security Framework. You will also provide guidance for operational validations. You will ensure the timely delivery of project commitments, and subsequent services concerning SAP security.

You will be working alongside peers elsewhere in the team, and Digital product managers across various domains to improve security, therefore, 'taking people with you' is a key and crucial success factor in this role. More precisely you will work with the Product Manager in charge of the Security for SAP.

Your main tasks and responsibilities will include :

Develop and maintain the organisation's SAP security architecture, ensuring it aligns with industry best practices and meets regulatory requirements.

Define and promote technical, network and security standards within the scope of SAP solutions whether on premise or in the cloud.

Ensures the integration of standards and optimization of SAP GRC modules (e.g., Access Control, Process Control, Risk Management, Audit Management).

Generate and analyze GRC reports for compliance monitoring and audit purposes.

Support internal and external audits related to SAP security.

Develop and implement incident response procedures for SAP security breaches.

Collaborate with security operations centers (SOC) and incident response teams.

Architect and manage SAP identity and access management solutions, including single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and privileged access management (PAM).

Ensures the integration of SAP security with enterprise-wide IAM systems.

Develop the guidelines for user provisioning, de-provisioning, and access reviews processes.

Stay up to date with the latest SAP security trends, vulnerabilities, and emerging threats.

Conduct regular assessments and audits to identify security gaps and recommend remediation actions.

Collaborate internally with the teams focused on Build and RUN activities.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess security risks, develop strategies, and implement solutions to mitigate risks.

Manage and enhance the security infrastructure, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and secure remote access solutions.

Implement and manage zero trust principles and technologies across the organisation's network.

Support security incident response efforts, including investigating and resolving security incidents in a timely manner.

Provide guidance and support to IT teams and end-users on SAP security best practices.

Develop and deliver training and awareness programs to educate employees on SAP security.

Being the link between IT governance, innovative solutions and new initiatives (inside / outside airbus)

Technologies trends monitoring and sharing knowledge with the team (Information & Knowledge management)

This role will involve some travel for business and as such you must be able to travel accordingly.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Qualification & Experience

Graduate / Post Graduate with 10+ years of experience in IT Security , Cyber or equivalent field with SAP expertise .

Experience and deep knowledge of SAP systems (for example SAP ERP, S / 4HANA, SAP Business Warehouse, SAP HANA, SAP BTP, SAP Business Objects , etc.) and their architecture, landscape design and infrastructure needs.

Deep knowledge in network and security standards and solutions applicable to SAP infrastructures and applications on premise and cloud.

Solid experience in endpoint security architecture design and implementation.

Strong knowledge of security principles and technologies, including SAP Security, EPP, EDR, Encryption, Firewalls, IDS / IPS, VPNs, and secure remote access.

Familiarity with zero trust concepts, principles, and technologies.

Excellent understanding of security frameworks, standards, and regulations (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR).

Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively interact with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Relevant certifications such as CISSP or CISM are highly desirable.

Experience in security advisory or consulting roles is a plus.

Success Metrics

Success will be measured in a variety of areas, including but not limited to

Bring innovative cost effective solutions

Achieve the customer satisfaction

Agile mind-set, collaborative way of working.

Consistently ensure the on-time delivery and quality (first-time-right) of the projects.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company :

Airbus India Private Limited

Employment Type : Permanent

Experience Level : Professional

Job Family : Cyber Security

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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to .

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

Skills Required

Ips, Gdpr, Sap Security, Sap Hana, Iso 27001, Sap Erp, Vpns, SAP BTP, Firewalls, secure remote access , Ids, Sap Business Objects, nist, EDR, Encryption, Sap Business Warehouse