Senior SAP SuccessFactors Security Consultant (RBP / IAM)

This is a remote position. For a Scandinavian SAP consulting company, we are looking for an experienced SAP SuccessFactors Security Consultant to support a large-scale authorization and security transformation initiative for a public-sector client (University environment). This role is focused on defining and designing security and authorization frameworks from scratch, rather than maintaining existing setups. Project Scope: The selected consultant will play a key role in shaping the SAP SuccessFactors security landscape, including: • Definition of Role-Based Permissions (RBP) architecture • Design of role and group models • Establishment of SoD (Segregation of Duties) framework and rulebook • Definition of IAM/IDM processes and integrations • Creation of security governance, approval flows, and access management processes • Preparation of audit-compliant documentation and controls The consultant will also support proposal preparation and help define the target operating model for security and access management. Key Responsibilities: • Design and implement SAP SuccessFactors RBP and authorization concepts • Define security architecture across SuccessFactors modules (scope to be confirmed) • Establish SoD controls, critical access definitions, and compliance processes • Define and document user lifecycle management processes • Collaborate on IAM/IDM integrations (e.g., Entra ID, SailPoint or similar) • Support audit readiness and documentation • Define access request, approval, and change management processes • Contribute to security governance and reporting frameworks Requirements • Strong hands-on experience with SAP SuccessFactors security and RBP design • Proven experience in designing authorization models from scratch • Experience with SoD, audit, and compliance frameworks • Solid understanding of IAM/IDM concepts and integrations • Experience working in enterprise or public-sector environments • Ability to work independently in a greenfield / undefined environment • Strong stakeholder communication skills • Fluent English required Originally posted on Himalayas