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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # SAP Security Architect and Team Lead - **Company:** Babcock International - **Location:** Portsmouth, UK (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cloud Services, SAP (Applications), SAP NetWeaver Business Warehouse, SAP Project System, SAP Security, SAP Solution Manager, SAP Ariba - **Published:** August 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.babcockinternational.com/talentcommunity/apply/1285819401/?locale=en_GB ## About the Role Essential experience of the SAP Security Architect and Team Lead * Leading SAP security design and configuration across large programmes, change portfolios, or system integrator environments, with more than three implementations. * Demonstrated ability to lead and manage mixed teams including permanent staff, contractors, and third-party suppliers. * Expert knowledge of SAP Authorisation concepts, including Single/Composite roles and derivation. * Strong SAP security technical skills across major functional and technical components. * Experience supporting user access across multiple SAP modules and systems (ECC, S4, IDM, BTP, BW, Ariba, PO/PI/CPI, IAS/IPS)., We value difference and don't have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and/or willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you., The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role. Must be British Nationals, hold British passport (no dual nationals). ## Description As a SAP Security Architect and Team Lead, you'll play a vital role in safeguarding the systems that underpin some of the UK's most important defence, aerospace, and engineering programmes. This is a chance to take ownership of SAP security across a complex enterprise environment, shaping strategy, leading talented specialists, and ensuring our critical operations stay protected. This role offers tremendous scope for personal growth, professional recognition, and exposure to enterprise-scale technology landscapes an opportunity to build a career with real impact. Day-to-day, you'll influence key organisational decisions, guide a highly capable team, and contribute directly to projects that support national security. * Lead the design, configuration, and support of SAP Security and Authorisations across ERP and cloud solutions. * Manage, mentor, and develop a team of SAP security specialists to ensure high performance and effective resource allocation. * Deliver solution design, audit preparation, and compliance activities across multiple SAP systems and modules. * Oversee internal and external SAP security audits, ensuring robust governance and alignment with best practice. * Collaborate as a core member of the SAP Solution Architect/Design Team and Change Control Board. 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