Security and Authorisations Consultant

Zurich, Zürich, Switzerland April 15, 2026 Contract

Job Title: SAP Security & Authorisations Consultant (UAM / CSV)
Location: Brussels (on-site 3 days per week)
Contract Duration: 3 months (initial)
Engagement Type: Contract (via System Integrator)
Project Phase: Testing & Enhancement (Post-Implementation)

Role Overview

An SAP Security & Authorisations Consultant is required to support a critical programme currently in the testing phase, with a substantial backlog of security and compliance enhancements. The consultant will operate within a system integrator environment, collaborating with a distributed, international stakeholder group.

The role requires strong expertise in User Access Management (UAM) and Computer System Validation (CSV) within regulated or compliance-sensitive environments.

Key Responsibilities

Execute and refine User Access Management (UAM) processes, including:
- User provisioning, deprovisioning, and role assignments
- Role-based access control (RBAC) optimisation
- Segregation of Duties (SoD) analysis and remediation
Support Computer System Validation (CSV) activities:
- Ensure SAP security controls align with validation requirements
- Contribute to validation documentation (IQ/OQ/PQ support where relevant)
- Maintain audit-ready traceability of access and control mechanisms
Participate actively in the testing phase:
- Support UAT and SIT cycles from a security perspective
- Identify, document, and resolve security defects and gaps
- Implement and validate outstanding enhancements
Liaise with international project teams:
- Coordinate with functional, technical, and compliance stakeholders
- Communicate effectively across multiple geographies and time zones
Work within a system integrator delivery model:
- Align with structured delivery frameworks and governance
- Adhere to client-specific compliance and documentation standards

Required Skills & Experience

Extensive SAP Security & Authorisations experience
Strong hands-on expertise in:
- UAM (User Access Management) processes
- SoD frameworks and risk mitigation
- Role design and optimisation (PFCG)
Proven experience in CSV (Computer System Validation) environments
- Preferably within pharma, life sciences, or regulated industries
Experience supporting testing phases (SIT/UAT) in SAP programmes
Ability to operate in international, cross-functional teams
Strong documentation and audit support capability

Desirable Skills

Experience with SAP GRC (Access Control)
Familiarity with S/4HANA environments
Exposure to audit processes and regulatory frameworks (e.g., GxP)

Working Model

3 days per week on-site in Brussels
2 days remote
Immediate or short-notice availability preferred