SAP CyberSecurity Analyst

Applied Materials Indianapolis, IN
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January 27, 2024
Applied Materials
Indianapolis, IN
FULL_TIME

About Applied


Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale enables customers to transform possibilities into reality. At Applied Materials, our innovations make possible the technology shaping the future.


The ERP applications (SAP) threat landscape remains increasingly complex, requiring constant vigilance to secure crown Jewels like SAP. This position will follow the NIST framework guidelines and use the SAP Secure Operations map to identify the areas that require attention, identify the gaps, and coordinate to remediate/mitigate the same. This position will collaborate with various stakeholders within IT (Basis, Security, Development, DB, Infra, and Functional teams) to assess vulnerabilities for Application, Infra, Code, and Config and work with the teams to address them for closure. This position will assess the security controls of applications & processes, develop integration plans and projects, and execute initiatives to address them. This position will work closely with business managers and IT to communicate the importance and need for enhanced SAP security controls and process improvements. The ideal candidate is passionate about cybersecurity and continuously seeks opportunities to enhance the security of crown jewels. This position is both a driver and a team player.


Key Responsibilities



  • Good understanding of SAP Basis and security concepts, such as system configuration, vulnerability and patch management, system monitoring, authorization concepts, and user maintenance.

  • Excellent knowledge in developing, implementing, and maintaining security assessment processes & tools to review security controls for mission-critical engineering and ERP applications. (SAP)

  • Strong understanding of information security management principles, SAP application security implementation methodologies, role-based access controls, distributed systems administration, and system recovery.

  • Conduct cybersecurity assessments and implement remedial measures on SAP Systems closely aligned with the application teams.

  • Conduct security assessments on internal applications/infrastructure and deliver reports detailing assessment observations and associated recommendations for information security program development to help the client meet security and compliance standards.

  • Align standards, frameworks, and security with overall business and technology strategy.

  • Identify security design gaps in existing and proposed architectures and recommend changes or enhancements.

  • Partner with the SAP application and infrastructure  team and collaborate to enhance/implement necessary information security controls

  • Review the design of new and existing functionality for security vulnerabilities and suggest best practices and improvements.

  • Perform proactive research to identify, categorize, and produce reports on new and existing threats.

  • Continuously and proactively assesses the ERP and engineering applications for cybersecurity weaknesses and prioritizes plans to enhance security controls.

  • Develop, monitor, and manage cybersecurity metrics for SAP.


Skills



  • Good experience in SAP Basis, Security, and audit areas

  • Knowledge of common information security management frameworks, such as ISO/IEC 27001, ITIL, and COBIT, as well as those from NIST, including 800-53 and Cybersecurity Framework


Applied Materials is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.


Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's Degree

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Years of Experience:

4 - 7 Years

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Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

Yes

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. 


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