Lead, IT Analyst SAP- Security Admin

Overview
HanesBrands (NYSE: HBI) makes everyday apparel that is known and loved by consumers around the world for comfort, quality and value. Among the company’s iconic brands are Hanes, the leading basic apparel brand in the United States; Bonds, which is setting new standards for design and sustainability; Maidenform, America’s number one shapewear brand; and Bali, America’s number one bra brand. HBI employs 48,000 associates in 29 countries and has built a strong reputation for workplace quality and ethical business practices. The company, a longtime leader in sustainability, has set aggressive 2030 goals to improve the lives of people, protect the planet and produce sustainable products. 

In the role of Lead Analyst, SAP Security, you will collaborate closely with internal IT and business associates located in the US, Europe and Asia to support the global SAP landscape across S/4, HANA, MDG, FIORI, ECC, BW, BTP, IBP, GRC, Datasphere, Solution Manager, IAS/IPS etc. He/She will responsible for projects, day to day support and continuous improvements. This role will also proactively identify and implement improvements in the security design and processes to optimize the environment, improve responsiveness and provide excellent customer experience. This position would also work closely with audit/sox team and requires exposure to industry best practices, technology trends and the ability to balance security with business enabling capabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Supports account setup and maintenance, role development, authorization management in SAP landscape (S/4, HANA, MDG, FIORI, ECC, BW, BTP, IBP, GRC, Datasphere, Solution Manager, IAS/IPS etc)
• Performs on-going review, analysis and plans for improving SAP system security conforming to SAP documented best-practices and functional needs.
• Documents issues, gaps, resolution activities with root-cause analysis
• Provide strategic thinking based on subject matter expertise (SME) for next generation ERP Finance Solutions data design and migration.
• Participate in Global Design workshops and interface with functional workstreams (RTR, PTP, OTC), the S/4 leadership team, System Integrators (SI) and more to capture & analyze business processes, workflows, policies, master data elements, and functionality identifying risk mitigation opportunities. Implementing roadmap for operational controls during roll outs.
• Collaborates with internal functional application management, solution and technical teams to streamline security related changes and has a customer focused mind set.
• Experience with SOD, SOX and audit best practices. Maintains a best practice model for security design and deployment
• Maintains and develops Audit controls to ensure the governance and compliance of the systems is maintained
• Be the owner and performer of the controls, such as reviewing user access and critical roles, and perform annual control testing
• Works with Internal auditors and fulfil any data requests in a timely manner.
• Remediate and mitigate any audit issues as needed.
• Monitor, investigate, and report on security events and incidents,
• Builds, maintain and communicates appropriate SAP security policies, processes and procedures.
• Manage the change management process for SAP security related changes like role creation/changes.
• Prioritizes workload effectively in a fast-paced environment while balancing day-to-day support activities with project needs and timelines.
• Collaborates with the IT project management office to provide the necessary inputs around demand, capacity and resource allocation.
• Assists in the development and maintenance of SAP security policies, standards, and procedures; and assist in resolving security policy issues and implementing security procedures.
• Maintains and updates Role-Matrix, Security Runbooks.
• Provides visibility and reporting into SLAs, trends, root cause and opportunities.
• Research ERP security technologies and trends to maintain subject matter expertise and always seeks to improve processes and approach to security.

Minimum Education/ Experience

Bachelor's degree with 7+ years relevant work experience OR Master's 5+ years relevant work experience; 4+ years of equivalent work experience can be substituted for Bachelor's degree.

Specific Skills or Experience Required

• Supports account setup and maintenance, role development, authorization management in SAP
• landscape (S/4, HANA, MDG, FIORI, ECC, BW, BTP, IBP, GRC, Datasphere, Solution Manager, IAS/IPS etc).
• Performs on-going review, analysis and plans for improving SAP system security conforming to SAP documented best-practices and functional needs.
• Documents issues, gaps, resolution activities with root-cause analysis.
• Provide strategic thinking based on subject matter expertise (SME) for next generation ERP Finance Solutions data design and migration.
• Participate in Global Design workshops and interface with functional workstreams (RTR, PTP, OTC), the S/4 leadership team, System Integrators (SI) and more to capture & analyze business processes, workflows, policies, master data elements, and functionality identifying risk mitigation opportunities. Implementing roadmap for operational controls during roll outs.
• Collaborates with internal functional application management, solution and technical teams to streamline security related changes and has a customer focused mind set.
• Experience with SOD, SOX and audit best practices. Maintains a best practice model for security design and deployment.
• Maintains and develops Audit controls to ensure the governance and compliance of the systems is maintained.
• Be the owner and performer of the controls, such as reviewing user access and critical roles, and perform annual control testing.
• Works with Internal auditors and fulfil any data requests in a timely manner.
• Remediate and mitigate any audit issues as needed.
• Monitor, investigate, and report on security events and incidents.
• Builds, maintain and communicates appropriate SAP security policies, processes and procedures.
• Manage the change management process for SAP security related changes like role creation/changes.
• Prioritizes workload effectively in a fast-paced environment while balancing day-to-day support
• activities with project needs and timelines.
• Collaborates with the IT project management office to provide the necessary inputs around demand, capacity and resource allocation.
• Assists in the development and maintenance of SAP security policies, standards, and procedures; and assist in resolving security policy issues and implementing security procedures.
• Maintains and updates Role-Matrix, Security Runbooks.
• Provides visibility and reporting into SLAs, trends, root cause and opportunities.
• Research ERP security technologies and trends to maintain subject matter expertise and always seeks to improve processes and approach to security.

Job Specific Competencies

• SAP Systems Expertise: Proficiency in various SAP modules and systems such as S/4HANA, ECC, BW, FIORI, MDG, BTP, IBP, GRC, Datasphere, Solution Manager, and IAS/IPS.
• Security Audits and Risk Assessments: Ability to conduct regular security audits, risk assessments, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Data Protection and Privacy: Knowledge of data protection regulations and best practices to ensure compliance and safeguard sensitive information.
• Incident Management: Skills in monitoring, investigating, and reporting on security events and incidents.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to provide strategic insights for ERP Finance Solutions data design and migration.
• Collaboration: Working effectively with internal teams, system integrators, and auditors to streamline security changes and ensure compliance.
• Communication: Strong communication skills to build, maintain, and communicate SAP security policies, processes, and procedures.
• Training and Guidance: Providing training and guidance on SAP security issues to other team members.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintaining and updating role matrices, security runbooks, and providing visibility into SLAs, trends, and root causes
• Audit Controls: Developing and maintaining audit controls to ensure governance and compliance of systems.
• SOX and SOD Best Practices: Experience with Segregation of Duties (SOD), Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), and audit best practices.

Core Competencies

• Data Fluency
• Written/verbal communication and listening
• Strong interpersonal and relationship skills
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Results orientation
• Adaptability

Core Values

• Play to Win - We expect to win, working together to drive results. We push ourselves to simplify and innovate. When we fail, learn from it. We will break with the past when necessary to move forward.
• Act Like Owners - We take action. We build relationships across functions so we can see the company holistically and seek out opportunities for improvement. We’re willing to sacrifice in one area if that leads to our overall success.
• Do What’s Right - We behave ethically. We are transparent. We share information about the factors influencing our actions. Our behavior aligns with our values. Our products make the world a better place.
• Create Opportunity for All - With success comes opportunity. Everyone is respected and included. We provide opportunities for all associates to reach their Full Potential

This position requires full COVID-19 vaccination. Applicants may request exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons by contacting HBI_TA@hanes.com.
 

To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and should not require now, or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.

EOE/AA: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly by:

Telephone: 877.999.5553

Email: HBI_TA@hanes.com.