(Senior) Risk Specialist (f/m/d)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Sep 25, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 3, 2026.
We help the world run better
At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging - but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.
What you'll build
As a Government Security (Senior) Risk Specialist (f/m/d) for Government Security (GS2) you will closely collaborate with all functions at SAP contributing to internal programs enabling SAP’s success in Public Sector and Restricted Industries markets. Your responsibilities include:
- Run and mature programs to monitor adherence to national security regulations which may impact SAP directly or indirectly through its engagements with customers and partners in the Sovereign Cloud environment
- Run analysis and report KPI’s that demonstrates SAP’s path of improvement to fulfil national security regulations in the US and abroad when delivering Sovereign Cloud capabilities
- Contribute to the National Security Governance risk management scheme with dedicated German focused risk reporting out of SAP SE on Sovereign Cloud
- Advise SAP employees in Sovereign Cloud and supporting fields at SAP in Germany on questions regarding national security protection measures
- Oversee the compliant administration, secure registry management, and legally sound handling of restricted materials and sensitive official data within the department
- Continuously collaborate with other corporate functions at SAP to ensure cross-border collaboration of SAP employees for SAP’s Sovereign Cloud customers in public sector and restricted industries
- Be advocate in SAP SE to strengthen understanding and posture of SAP National Security Services Inc. with all other SAP affiliates in Germany
What you bring
- Apprenticeship or Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, Political Science, or related field
- 5 years + Prior experience or strong familiarity with strict regulatory frameworks regarding the tracking, filing, and processing of sensitive documents and restricted information
- Business Experience in cooperation with public institutions and authorities is a plus
- Excellent communication and liaison skills
- Excellent German language skills both in written and spoken language; English skills both in written and spoken language
- Regular mandatory on-call duty for night-time and weekend coverage required
- Residing in Walldorf or (direct) surroundings
- Willingness to go through personal security clearance (Government process)
Where you belong
SAP Government Security and Secrecy (GS2) organization is part of the SAP Customer Services and Delivery Board Area. This organization ensures strict liability fulfillment of customers’ national security requirements, business enablement in sensitive industries and compliance with Critical Infrastructure as well as Telecommunication regulations for SAP world-wide.
Bring out your best
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.
We win with inclusion
SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone - regardless of background - feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.
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Requisition ID: 457966 | Work Area: Administration | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time