SAP Basis and Security Administrator

FT. COLLINS 8, L.L.C.
Fort Collins, CO, United States
2 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Internship / Graduate position
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Compensation
$78,000.0 - $125,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Artificial Intelligence Software Applications Microsoft Azure Computer Programming Data Integrity Extract Transform Load (ETL) Data Security Monitoring of Systems Identity and Access Management Python (Programming Language) Performance Tuning Role-Based Access Control
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Release Management Reliability Engineering Reverse Engineering SAP (Applications) SAP Implementation User Provisioning Software Windchill SAP Application Management Services Enterprise Software Applications Performance Monitor SAP S/4HANA Software Version Control Workday

Job description

A Level 2 SAP Basis and Security Administrator is responsible for supporting the stability, performance, and security of SAP landscapes while enabling standardized and secure access during a global SAP rollout. The role supports day-to-day Basis activities such as system monitoring, transports, patching, upgrades, and environment refreshes, while also administering SAP security through role-based access, user provisioning, and Segregation of Duties controls. This position works closely with application teams, infrastructure, and SAP security governance to support system changes, testing cycles, cutover, and hypercare activities across regions. A strong focus is placed on operational excellence, compliance, and ensuring consistent technical and security processes as part of an enterprise-wide SAP S/4HANA transformation., * System Lifecycle Management: Independently manage system (e.g. SAP, Windchill, Workday, etc.) upgrades and environment refreshes; troubleshoot installation issues and optimize configurations; Take ownership of application updates, patches, and upgrades to ensure optimal performance and security; Identify inefficiencies in application workflows and recommend improvements.

  • Performance and Reliability Engineering: Analyze performance metrics to identify trends; implement tuning recommendations and validate improvements.
  • Security and Compliance Administration: Manage role-based access controls and support internal audits; resolve segregation of duties (SoD) conflicts; Configure and manage user roles, access controls, and permissions to ensure application (e.g. SAP, Windchill, Workday, etc.) security.
  • Change and Transport Management: Coordinate change deployments across systems (e.g. SAP, Windchill, Workday, etc.); troubleshoot transport errors and maintain logs.
  • Collaboration and Knowledge Transfer: Collaborate with other team members; contribute to SOPs and knowledge bases; Plan, execute, and oversee small application-related projects, such as system migrations, tool upgrades, or workflow automation; Define project goals, allocate resources, monitor timelines, and ensure deliverables are achieved., * Software Installation and Configuration: Independently install, configure, and optimize enterprise software solutions; Customize settings to meet business requirements and ensure integration with existing systems.
  • Performance Monitoring and Optimization: Manage updates, patches, and upgrades for software applications to ensure optimal performance; Analyze performance metrics, identify bottlenecks, and implement tuning strategies. Recommend improvements based on trend analysis.
  • Security and Access Management: Implement role-based access controls (RBAC), enforce security policies, and support compliance audits.
  • Change and Release Management: Coordinate releases, manage version control, and ensure rollback readiness. Participate in change advisory boards (CABs).
  • Troubleshooting and Root Cause Analysis: Perform root cause analysis and implement long-term fixes; Address complex application issues and make decisions regarding configurations and workflows; Document findings and share knowledge with peers.
  • Automation and Scripting: Develop and maintain automation scripts for provisioning, monitoring, and reporting. Integrate with CI/CD pipelines.
  • Infrastructure and Architecture Planning: Plan and execute infrastructure changes, including scaling, redundancy, and failover strategies.
  • Documentation and Knowledge Sharing: Create detailed documentation for systems and processes; Provide guidance to junior administrators and assist in building their technical and project management skills; Contribute to internal knowledge bases and peer training.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with developers, QA, and security teams to resolve issues and implement changes.
  • Audit and Compliance Readiness: Manage SoD conflicts, prepare for audits, and ensure adherence to policies and standards., Hybrid Mid level Mid level Big Data * Fintech * Information Technology * Business Intelligence * Financial Services * Cybersecurity * Big Data Analytics Supports management of credit and non-credit data domains across onboarding, standardization, quality monitoring, and enhancement. Responsibilities include designing data schemas, monitoring data quality and SLAs, gathering stakeholder feedback, assessing data-asset impacts, and coordinating structured data solutions with technology and business teams. TransUnion, Supports alternative data operations by monitoring source and furnisher quality, investigating customer issues, identifying root causes, implementing corrective actions, managing escalations, and coordinating customer integration projects. The role serves as an internal contact for data-source issues, partners with customers to audit reported data, communicates with stakeholders, and recommends solutions to improve operational performance and data reliability.

Requirements

  • Hands-on experience with SAP Basis administration, including system monitoring, transports (TMS), system refreshes, patching, upgrades, and performance tuning across ECC and S/4HANA landscape.
  • Ability to support global SAP implementations and rollouts, including build, test, cutover, and hypercare activities across multiple environments and regions.
  • Working knowledge of SAP Security and GRC, including role-based access control, user provisioning, Segregation of Duties (SoD) analysis, and audit support.
  • Experience supporting security role design and access models, including business roles, task-based roles, and alignment to global security strategy standards.
  • Experience administering and supporting NextLabs for data protection, access control enforcement, and compliance with regulatory and engineering data security requirements.
  • Basic understanding of cloud platforms such as IBP, BTP, and Azure.

Benefits & conditions

Posted Yesterday Be an Early Applicant In-Office Fort Collins, CO, USA 78K-125K Annually Entry level In-Office Fort Collins, CO, USA 78K-125K Annually Entry level Administer SAP Basis and security across ECC and S/4HANA environments, including monitoring, transports, upgrades, patching, refreshes, performance tuning, role-based access, user provisioning, SoD remediation, and audit support. Support global implementations, testing, cutover, and hypercare. The role also manages NextLabs, automation, infrastructure changes, documentation, troubleshooting, compliance readiness, and small application projects while collaborating with infrastructure, application, QA, and security teams. The summary above was generated by AI

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Estimated annual base pay: $78,000(minimum) - $102,000(midpoint) - $125,000(maximum)

All Levels are eligible for the benefits below:

  • All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
  • 401(k) match (4.5%)
  • Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
  • Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
  • 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays.
  • Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
  • Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
  • Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
  • Member referral bonus
  • Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
  • Voluntary benefits, including:
  • Home / Auto Insurance discounts
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