SAP GRC Tech Architect - 00071121131

Description - External

About the role

We are seeking a Technology Architect specializing in SAP Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) to design, implement, and optimize enterprise governance, risk, and compliance solutions. This role will focus on SAP GRC Access Control, Process Control, Risk Management, and Testing while supporting Finance, Accounts Receivable, and Order-to-Cash business processes.

In this role you will

• Design end-to-end SAP GRC architectures integrating Access Control, Process Control, Risk Management, and Testing capabilities.
• Configure and optimize SAP GRC Access Control solutions, including authorization and access-risk controls.
• Implement and enhance SAP GRC Process Control to automate control execution, monitoring, and remediation.
• Develop SAP GRC Risk Management frameworks to identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate enterprise risks.
• Coordinate SAP GRC testing to validate control effectiveness, identify gaps, and recommend remediation.
• Partner with Finance and Accounting stakeholders to align GRC controls with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Support controls across Accounts Receivable, Order-to-Cash, and related financial processes.
• Review existing security and control designs and recommend improvements to strengthen audit readiness and reduce risk.
• Translate business and compliance requirements into scalable SAP GRC technical solutions.
• Document solution architecture, configurations, technical decisions, and operational procedures.
• Provide technical guidance and mentor team members on SAP GRC architecture, controls, and best practices.
• Evaluate new SAP GRC capabilities and recommend opportunities to improve control automation and reduce manual effort.
• Partner with IT Operations, Security, and functional teams to ensure stable and reliable SAP GRC integrations.

Work Model: Hybrid - Kohler, W

What you need to have to be considered

• Extensive hands-on experience with SAP GRC, including Access Control, Process Control, Risk Management, and Testing.
• Strong experience designing and implementing end-to-end SAP GRC solutions.
• Solid understanding of Finance and Accounting processes, particularly Accounts Receivable and Order-to-Cash.
• Strong knowledge of compliance, audit, access controls, risk management, and internal control frameworks.
• Experience analyzing risk indicators, control effectiveness, and compliance findings and translating them into actionable solutions.
• Experience integrating SAP GRC with enterprise applications and financial systems.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with technical, functional, security, audit, and business stakeholders.

These will help you stand out

• SAP GRC implementation and architecture experience in complex enterprise environments.
• Experience improving control automation and reducing manual compliance activities.
• Strong understanding of financial controls, fraud-risk mitigation, and audit readiness.
• SAP Certified Specialist in Governance, Risk and Compliance or an equivalent SAP GRC certification.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $83,250 - $112,500, depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.

Benefits:

Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Additional employment information

Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

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About Cognizant:

Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization's unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.