Senior Penetration Tester, SAP Business Technology Platform

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What you`ll do: 

SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) is SAP’s multi-cloud PaaS offering and the technological foundation of SAP cloud products. Thousands of customers are running critical business applications on it. Keeping our customers’ data secure and managing it in accordance with laws and regulations and mitigating cybersecurity risks is of highest importance. 

As a Senior Penetration Tester, you will conduct advanced security evaluations on various applications and systems to identify vulnerabilities and recommend corrective measures. Your expertise will directly contribute to strengthening our organization’s security posture. You will consistently think ahead and out-of-the-box to anticipate new threats and vulnerabilities and contribute to developing cutting-edge defensive strategies. 

• Conduct thorough penetration tests on BTP infrastructure and services identifying security vulnerabilities. 

• Perform manual and automated security assessments using industry-standard tools. 

• Provide actionable recommendations to mitigate risks. 

• Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to integrate security best practices into SDLC processes. Contribute to the continuous improvement of security processes, methodologies and tools. 

• Prepare detailed reports and presentations on findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders. 

• Keep abreast of emerging threats, trends, and new technologies in the cybersecurity landscape. 

• Mentor junior team members and provide guidance in developing their technical skills. 

• Support incident response investigations and provide expertise during security breaches. 

• Develop an understanding of the BTP infrastructure and services’ technical architectures 

What you bring: 

• Good university degree (bachelor, diploma, master, PhD), preferably in cyber security, computer science, or related field. 

• At least 5 years’ experience in penetration testing or at least CTF activities, secure software development or security management. 

• Being analytical, structured and a good communicator. 

• Fluent written and verbal skills in English, German is a plus. 

• Security Certifications like CEH, CE(P)T, PenTest+, OSWE, OSCP are appreciated but no prerequisite  

Meet your team: 

The Security and Risk Management team in SAP Business Technology Platform is covering almost every security and compliance domain across three L1 units. Our services have high visibility and create real security impact for BTP.  

We are taking a risk-based approach to security, supporting thousands of colleagues across the BTP organization. We strive to find efficient and technically sound solutions. 

We build breakthroughs together

SAP innovations help more than 400,000 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 200 million users and more than 100,000 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, we build breakthroughs, together.

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 and more equitable world.
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EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Requisition ID: 393240  | Work Area: Solution and Product Management  | Expected Travel: 0 - 10%  | Career Status: Professional  | Employment Type: Regular Full Time   | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid.