Senior SAP Security & Authorizations Lead

On-site in Madrid·Full-time·Added 8 days ago

Straumann Group

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What they offer

Full-time hours
Per the ad.

What they ask for

Have the right to work in Spain
No sponsorship mentioned, and this kind of work is rarely sponsored in Spain.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in Madrid
No relocation package mentioned.
Have senior-level experience
Senior-level role.

The role

As Senior SAP Security & Authorizations Lead, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of SAP security across Straumann Group's global technology landscape. Working within our Global Identity & Access Services team, you'll contribute to our S/4HANA transformation by designing and evolving secure, scalable authorization concepts that support business growth while meeting security and compliance requirements.

This is a highly collaborative role where you'll partner with business stakeholders, SAP specialists, audit and compliance teams, external service providers, and IAM experts around the world. Beyond maintaining a secure SAP environment, you'll help modernize and automate identity and access management processes, improving efficiency, transparency, and governance across our global SAP ecosystem.

What you'll do

Help design and implement the SAP authorization concept for the S/4HANA transformation.
Develop and maintain SAP security, authorization, and governance standards.
Design and manage Segregation of Duties (SoD) controls and support ongoing risk management.
Collaborate with audit, risk, compliance, and business teams to ensure regulatory and governance requirements are met.
Lead SAP user access management, role provisioning, access reviews, and authorization support.
Identify opportunities to simplify, standardize, and automate SAP access management processes.
Drive integrations between SAP platforms, Identity Governance & Administration (IGA), and IT Service Management (ITSM) solutions.
Lead end-to-end service delivery, working closely with internal teams and external service providers to ensure high-quality support.
Coordinate SAP security activities for projects, including S/4HANA initiatives and M&A integrations.
Share expertise through stakeholder guidance, documentation, and knowledge-sharing sessions.
Stay current with SAP security trends, governance practices, and regulatory developments to continuously strengthen our security posture.

Your Role

In this position, you will:

Requirements

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, or a related discipline.
Several years of experience in SAP Security with strong expertise in SAP authorizations, role design, and user access management.
Experience delivering SAP security services in a complex enterprise environment.
Knowledge of SAP Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), including Segregation of Duties concepts.
Experience managing external service providers and collaborating across global teams.
Experience supporting SAP transformation or implementation projects.
Strong stakeholder management, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to balance business requirements with security, compliance, and operational needs.

Nice to have

Master's degree in a relevant discipline.
SAP Security or GRC certifications (such as C_AUDSEC_73, C_GRCAC_12, or C_SECAUTH_20).
Professional security certifications such as CISSP or CISM.
Experience with mergers and acquisitions (M&A) integrations.
Familiarity with SIAM platforms, including SIVIS.
Experience developing training or awareness programmes related to SAP security.

How they hire

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Interview format (video, phone or onsite) and who you will meet are confirmed in advance.
Review timing varies with application volume; some roles are reviewed only after the closing date.

About Straumann Group

The Straumann Group is a Swiss multinational medical device company specializing in dental implants, orthodontics, and digital dentistry. With over 12,000 employees and revenue of CHF 2.6 billion in 2025, it operates in more than 100 countries through a network of subsidiaries and partners. The company is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, and is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (STMN).

Industry: Medical Devices
Founded: 1954
Employees: 10,000–15,000
Headquarters: Basel, Switzerland
In Spain: Barcelona
Website: straumann.com

Good to know if you are moving

Global presence in over 100 countries, offering international career opportunities.
Headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, with a multicultural work environment.
Known for its 'Player Learner' culture, emphasizing collaboration and continuous learning.
Offers roles in sales, engineering, and digital solutions, with positions in Spain including sales and technical roles.
Listed on the Swiss stock exchange (SIX: STMN), indicating financial stability.

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Additional information

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability

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