SAP Security & GRC

Our team is composed of highly skilled professionals who specialize in SAP security. With a deep understanding of the different security tools, methodologies, and best practices involved, we are well-equipped to implement and configure comprehensive ERP GRC solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of each organization, ensuring seamless access management, risk mitigation, and compliance adherence.

Our expertise allows us to optimize IT ecosystems, streamline user access management while ensuring compliance, and perform SoD reviews and SAP ITGC audits. We also offer security and authorizations related services for ERP systems and support S/4HANA transitions, including SAP HANA security such as user and privileges management, HANA audit in XSC or XSA environment.

We have experience in Solman Security such as SAP Security Optimization Service, SAP EarlyWatch Alert evaluations, and System Recommendations for SAP Security Notes. With our focus on ERP GRC tools, we provide expertise in access control, including segregation of duties (SoD) management, risk analysis, provisioning, and compliance reporting and emergency access management. Additionally, our team excels in SAP GRC Process Control, offering services for risk and control assessments, documentation and testing, issue management, and compliance reporting.

Importance of SAP Security

SAP security is of utmost importance to safeguard critical business data, ensure compliance with regulations, mitigate risks, and protect organizations from financial losses, legal consequences, and reputational damage. By implementing comprehensive security measures, organizations can create a secure SAP environment and maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of their data and systems.

Significant areas of security

Authorization and Access Control

Maintaining proper authorization and access control within SAP systems is essential. It is important to ensure that only authorized users have access to the system and possess the necessary privileges required to perform their job functions. Strict access controls minimize internal threats and mitigate the risk of unauthorized access.

Process Control

Process control is essential for standardizing and optimizing business processes. It ensures compliance with regulations, mitigates risks, improves efficiency, and enables continuous improvement. By monitoring performance and implementing controls, organizations can streamline operations, enhance productivity, and make informed decisions to drive success.

Compliance

Companies using SAP systems often need to comply with strict regulatory requirements and industry standards, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) or ISO 27001 (Information Security Management System). SAP security measures should align with these requirements to ensure compliance and avoid penalties.

Vulnerability and Patch Management

Like any software, SAP systems can have vulnerabilities and flaws that could be exploited. Exploiting such vulnerabilities may allow unauthorized access or data breaches. Therefore, it is crucial for organizations to regularly monitor SAP security updates and promptly apply patches to address any identified vulnerabilities.

Threat Detection and Monitoring

Continuous monitoring of SAP systems helps identify any suspicious activities, potential breaches, or unauthorized access attempts. Implementing robust threat detection mechanisms, such as intrusion detection systems and security event monitoring, enhances the overall security posture of SAP environments.

Data Protection

SAP systems store and manage sensitive business data, including financial information, operational processes, and personal data. Ensuring data security is crucial for organizations as any loss or unauthorized access to this information can lead to substantial financial losses, legal complications, and reputational damage.

Our services:

  • Optimization of ERP ecosystems from a complexity perspective
  • Optimization of authorization design to simplify user access management, while enabling compliance through SoD reviews
  • Expertise in several GRC solutions
  • SAP Security Audit and SAP Security baseline implementation
  • SAP Basis review, security parameter review
  • Working closely with PwC Cyber and Data services

Our services for R/3 systems and SoD setup for audit support and S/4HANA transitions

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Major Andrea

Major Andrea

Partner, PwC Hungary

Peter Durojaiye

Peter Durojaiye

Partner, PwC Hungary

Gyimesi Csaba

Gyimesi Csaba

Igazgató, PwC Hungary

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