SAP Security Analyst

Government of Alberta

. Develop, maintain, and enhance SAP security policies, standards, roles, and access management practices .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeEdmonton • CanadaJuniorMid-Level💰 CA$76,613 - CA$100,492 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in SAP Security Policies, User Management, and Access Provisioning, with a strong focus on Risk Assessment and Mitigation Strategies. Proven ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and adapt to emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence integration.

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SAP Security PoliciesUser Management and Access ProvisioningSAP Governance, Risk & Controls (GRC)Role Based User SecurityProactive Problem Solving

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Hard Skills

SAP Security PoliciesUser ManagementAccess ProvisioningRisk AssessmentRole DevelopmentUser SecurityContent Management SystemsArtificial Intelligence IntegrationData-Driven ToolsAutomation

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadership SkillsCritical ThinkingNegotiation Skills

Tools & Technologies

SAPDocumentumOpenTextPeopleSoftGRCERAHCMPayrollFinanceSCM

Industry Keywords

Security StandardsAccess Management PracticesStakeholder EngagementEmerging TechnologiesComplex Environments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, maintain, and enhance SAP security policies, standards, roles, and access management practices
Translate business requirements into practical security solutions aligned with organizational needs and security standards
Lead Security Threat and Risk Assessments throughout system lifecycles
Identify risks and support mitigation strategies
Investigate and resolve escalated access and security issues across production and non-production environments
Collaborate with IT, security teams, system integrators, service providers, and business partners
Support major enterprise initiatives, including ERA service-provider selection
Provide security expertise and engage diverse stakeholders
Support 1GX/ERA production and non-production environments across GRC, ERA, HCM/Payroll, Finance, LMS, and SCM platforms

Requirements

What you’ll need

University graduation in a related field such as Business Administration, Information Technology, or Computer Science
Minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible related experience
Experience in user management and access provisioning, user risk monitoring, and role development in SAP
Experience with Role Based user Security using SAP Governance, Risk & Controls (GRC)
Experience with user security using Documentum or other Content Management systems
Experience with user security in systems such as OpenText and PeopleSoft
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities
Strong leadership skills and experience working with diverse stakeholder groups
Ability to work in a highly complex/ambiguous environment
Proactive problem solving, systems thinking, critical thinking, and negotiation skills
Verbal and written facilitation skills
Ability to understand and adopt new features related to Artificial Intelligence integration within systems
Knowledge of emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence, automation, and data-driven tools, or strong willingness to learn and adapt
Final candidates must undergo security screening
Must reside in Alberta to work remotely

Benefits

Comp & perks

Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
Alberta Public Service benefits
Professional learning and development
Positive workplace culture and work-life balance