Introduction

We are seeking an experienced Security Consultant with a strong cybersecurity background and extensive experience in SAP environments.

This is not a traditional SAP Security, GRC, or authorisation role. Instead, we are looking for a cybersecurity specialist who understands SAP landscapes and can apply advanced security principles to identify vulnerabilities, assess risk, and advise on mitigation strategies.

The successful candidate will support enterprise clients by researching SAP-related vulnerabilities, advising on defence strategies (including scenarios where patching is not immediately possible), and responding to real-world security challenges.

This is a senior, advisory and research-driven role requiring strong technical depth and the ability to translate complex threats into practical business guidance.

Employment Type: Contract (12 months, with possible renewal) OR potential permanent role.
Location: South Africa (Hybrid/Remote)

Duties & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Identify, analyse, and respond to security vulnerabilities within SAP environments
Advise on defensive strategies, including mitigation approaches where patches are unavailable or delayed
Research newly disclosed vulnerabilities and assess their technical and business impact
Develop and document system hardening and risk mitigation strategies
Produce customer-facing security bulletins summarising threats and recommended actions
Conduct security assessments and compile detailed, actionable reports
Triage and respond to customer security queries and emerging threats
Support clients with both proactive security posture improvements and reactive incident-related concerns
Collaborate with broader cybersecurity teams to align SAP-related risks with enterprise security strategies

Desired Experience & Qualification

Required Experience and Skills

10+ years’ experience in IT, with a strong foundation in cybersecurity
Proven experience working with or securing SAP environments (e.g. ECC, S/4HANA, BW, Fiori)
Background may include SAP Basis or technical SAP roles earlier in career
Strong experience in vulnerability management, threat analysis, and risk mitigation
Experience within large corporate or enterprise environments
Ability to assess and respond to security risks beyond standard vendor patching
Experience conducting technical assessments and producing high-quality reports

Preferred Qualifications / Certifications

CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)
GIAC certifications (e.g. GSEC, GEVA, GPEN, GSNA)
SAP-related knowledge or certifications (advantageous, not core focus)
Additional cybersecurity certifications are beneficial

Key Attributes

Strong analytical and investigative mindset
Research-driven, with the ability to stay ahead of emerging threats
Ability to operate in a client-facing advisory capacity
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
High attention to detail and governance
Excellent technical writing skills

Additional Notes

Ideal profile: Cybersecurity specialist with prior SAP technical experience (e.g. SAP Basis)
Experience in SAP vulnerability research, threat intelligence, or security advisory is highly desirable
Exposure to SAP-focused security environments or organisations is advantageous
This role is focused on cybersecurity, vulnerability management, and advisory, not SAP administration or GRC

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