SAP Security Business Systems Consultant

About Abb Vie

Abb Vie (NYSE:

ABBV) is a global, research‑based biopharmaceutical company formed in 2013 following separation from Abbott. Abb Vie combines the focus and passion of a leading‑edge biotech with the expertise and capabilities of a long‑established pharmaceutical leader to develop and market advanced therapies that address some of the world’s most complex and serious diseases. Abb Vie employs approximately 25,000 people worldwide and markets medicines in more than 170 countries.

The SAP Security Business Systems Consultant is responsible for ensuring Abb Vie maintains a compliant and stable SAP security environment. The SAP security and GRC control owner for all Abb Vie SAP SOX, serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external audit walkthroughs, questions or issues, and ensures audit requests are fulfilled. Oversees day‑to‑day SAP Security processes by overseeing managed service provider to ensure incidents and service requests are processed within service level agreement.

Generates new security and GRC design proposals and leads those efforts to investigate, identify, and implement state‑of‑the‑art technology platforms that drive efficiency and security gains for multiple business areas. Responsibilities include evaluating alternatives to satisfy business security objectives, estimating and planning security and GRC projects, and managing and oversight of onshore and offshore SAP security/GRC analysts.

• Lead, participate or coordinate end‑to‑end execution of SAP security & GRC solutions, related projects and technology implementations; introduce best practice and process improvement ideas.
• SAP security and GRC control owner for all Abb Vie SAP SOX; monitor day‑to‑day security incidents and tasks to ensure high customer satisfaction and ensure vendor meets all service levels.
• Review and approve security or GRC changes implemented by team of security analysts to ensure alignment to security standards and global templates.
• Identify, monitor, and implement SAP ABAP system and HANA database hardening standards; apply cybersecurity principles & controls to SAP environments.
• Understand and adhere to corporate standards regarding applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies, including code of conduct, safety, SOX compliance, data security, and the software development lifecycle.
• Handle SAP system life cycle (SLC) process, documentation (in Solution Manager), testing (Quality Center), ticketing (Service Now).
• Manage SAP projects and teams; possess working knowledge of all aspects of the SAP ASAP methodology including Applications, Integration, Data, Security, Change Management, Training, and Communications.

• Bachelor’s Degree with 6 years experience, Master’s Degree with 5 years experience, Ph.D. with no required experience.
• Extensive SAP security & GRC knowledge across multiple SAP technologies including GRC
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  HANA, SRM, BW, HANA Database 2.0, Fiori, SAC, EWM, GTS, Nakisa, Solution Manager, among others.
• Detailed design, implementation, and operational experience with SAP technical components including SAP Single Sign‑on and the SAP GUI client.
• Understanding of core business processes and key security controls; experience with SOX compliance requirements, Segregation of Duties, and other control principles.
• Knowledge of applicable regulations and standards affecting pharmaceutical products (e.g., GMP).
• Ability to resolve complex issues in high‑stress and high‑pressure situations.
• Critical thinking ability.
• Work experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Ability to travel globally.

• Builds strong relationships with peers and cross‑functional partners to enable higher performance.
• Learns fast, grasps the essence, and can change course quickly where indicated.
• Raises the bar and is never satisfied with the status quo.
• Creates a learning environment, open to suggestions and experimentation for improvement.
• Embraces ideas of others, nurtures innovation, and manages innovation to reality.

Compensation range is based on the position’s job grade. Base pay will reflect factors such as geographic location and may be modified in the future.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. This job is eligible to participate in short‑term incentive programs.

Abb Vie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans, Disabled.