Mansoor Siddiqui

• Led enterprise-wide GRC frameworks for corporate and SAP applications, aligned with SOX, ISO
27001, NIST, and NCA ECC (Saudi Arabia) standards.
• Established centralized governance using RBAC, ABAC, and PAM across S/4HANA, Ariba,
SuccessFactors, Fiori, and third-party systems.
• Integrated GRC controls into the application lifecycle in partnership with IT, legal, compliance, and
business owners.
• Maintained centralized risk registers with real-time KRI monitoring and executive reporting.
• Introduced AI/ML for continuous risk assessment, predictive analytics, and SoD rule mining in SAP
GRC/IAG.
• Led audits, vendor compliance reviews, and engineered automated workflows with real-time
dashboards to accelerate audit closure.
• Directed SAP role redesigns to enforce least privilege and mitigate SoD conflicts.
• Implemented IAM (Azure AD, Okta) with SSO and zero-trust architecture, enhancing identity
governance.
• Integrated SAP GRC and IAG with SOC workflows for real-time compliance tracking.
• Reduced security incident response time by 20% through streamlined processes.
• Deployed predictive behavior analytics to strengthen SOC response.
• Developed GRC risk scoring tools, automated governance pipelines, and monitoring dashboards for
continuous compliance.

• Led design and execution of SOX/ICOFR control frameworks for SAP, Azure, and multi-cloud
platforms, ensuring alignment with global standards (SOX, SOC 2, ICoFR, ISO 27001, NCA ECC).
• Built and deployed AI/ML-driven control monitoring for early detection of deviations, SoD violations,
and UAR review triggers, automating remediation workflows.
• Designed scalable IT control frameworks, standardized testing scripts, robotic testing utilities, and
centralized repositories to maintain full audit traceability.
• Directed IT, financial, and security audits, developing automated workflows for control evidence
collection, remediation tracking, and reporting.
• Spearheaded SOC 2 readiness and cybersecurity risk assessments, closing compliance gaps in
partnership with IT, Security Operations, and business process owners.
• Integrated dynamic dashboards (Power BI, SAP IAG) for real-time visibility into financial,
operational, and security governance metrics.
• Collaborated with Enterprise Risk Management to develop ERM frameworks, risk scoring tools, and
decision-support mechanisms for transactions, investments, and joint ventures.
• Provided expert guidance on IT governance, risk management, and compliance, driving alignment
with regulatory mandates and strengthening organizational risk posture.

• Directed global network and endpoint security threat management strategy, integrating AI/ML
driven identity governance, continuous controls monitoring, and vulnerability management.
• Led development of security frameworks, policies, standards, and guidelines, ensuring compliance
with ITGC, SoD principles, and regulatory mandates.
• Implemented SAP GRC & IAG automation for provisioning, SoD remediation, access risk analytics,
and emergency access governance.
• Delivered deep-dive risk assessments for critical business initiatives, identifying technical,
architectural, and operational risks with actionable remediation strategies.
• Advanced PAM integrations and privileged access controls across SAP, cloud, and hybrid
environments, reducing high-risk exposure.
• Developed and maintained security metrics programs to inform leadership decisions, mitigate
vulnerabilities, and track compliance posture.
• Consulted on GRC, IDM, SAP HANA, cloud architecture, authentication, integration technologies,
and SAP security best practices.
• Educated developers on secure SDLC practices and embedded security in product lifecycles.
• Designed, evaluated, and optimized SAP access control protocols, including role design,
provisioning, SoD management, and user access reviews.
• Managed security tool development, vulnerability testing, penetration assessments, and
architecture documentation.
• Collaborated with global compliance teams and auditors to resolve regulatory gaps and strengthen
alignment with corporate security and ITGC requirements.

• Directed global network and endpoint security threat management strategy, integrating AI/ML
driven identity governance, continuous controls monitoring, and vulnerability management.
• Led development of security frameworks, policies, standards, and guidelines, ensuring compliance
with ITGC, SoD principles, and regulatory mandates.
• Implemented SAP GRC & IAG automation for provisioning, SoD remediation, access risk analytics,
and emergency access governance.
• Delivered deep-dive risk assessments for critical business initiatives, identifying technical,
architectural, and operational risks with actionable remediation strategies.
• Advanced PAM integrations and privileged access controls across SAP, cloud, and hybrid
environments, reducing high-risk exposure.
• Developed and maintained security metrics programs to inform leadership decisions, mitigate
vulnerabilities, and track compliance posture.
• Consulted on GRC, IDM, SAP HANA, cloud architecture, authentication, integration technologies,
and SAP security best practices.
• Educated developers on secure SDLC practices and embedded security in product lifecycles.
• Designed, evaluated, and optimized SAP access control protocols, including role design,
provisioning, SoD management, and user access reviews.
• Managed security tool development, vulnerability testing, penetration assessments, and
architecture documentation.
• Collaborated with global compliance teams and auditors to resolve regulatory gaps and strengthen
alignment with corporate security and ITGC requirements.

• Led network-based penetration testing and vulnerability assessments using RFS methodologies,
delivering actionable remediation guidance to project leads and clients.
• Provided cybersecurity advisory services covering breach prevention, technical risk assessments,
and ITGC/SOX compliance alignment.
• Designed and implemented security frameworks for SAP S/4HANA, Ariba, and multi-module
landscapes (HR, MM, SRM, BI/BW, APO, GTS, Solman), integrating ABAP, Java, and HANA security
controls.
• Directed GRC advisory programs for Fortune 500 clients, including SoD rule reengineering, role
cleanup, risk mitigation, and access control optimization.
• Built custom risk scoring dashboards integrating SAP, Azure, and IAG datasets, enabling predictive
conflict detection through ML-enhanced simulations.
• Managed structural authorizations and advanced role provisioning via PFCG, BI Analysis
Authorizations, and SAP GRC 10.1 upgrades/migrations.
• Produced monthly audit reports on privileged access, invalid logons, and unauthorized
table/program access; implemented controls to restrict sensitive HR data visibility.
• Configured and tested security for end-user, interface, and background job processes, ensuring
application integrity and availability in multi-data center environments.
• Coordinated technical integration across infrastructure support areas, aligning technology
strategies with business goals and regulatory requirements.
• Developed training materials and delivered security/SAP GRC training to end users, managers, role
owners, and SoD administrators.
• Established centralized GRC governance for risk ownership, control testing, and compliance
tracking, standardizing processes across global implementations.

• Led network-based penetration testing and vulnerability assessments using RFS methodologies,
delivering actionable remediation guidance to project leads and clients.
• Provided cybersecurity advisory services covering breach prevention, technical risk assessments,
and ITGC/SOX compliance alignment.
• Designed and implemented security frameworks for SAP S/4HANA, Ariba, and multi-module
landscapes (HR, MM, SRM, BI/BW, APO, GTS, Solman), integrating ABAP, Java, and HANA security
controls.
• Directed GRC advisory programs for Fortune 500 clients, including SoD rule reengineering, role
cleanup, risk mitigation, and access control optimization.
• Built custom risk scoring dashboards integrating SAP, Azure, and IAG datasets, enabling predictive
conflict detection through ML-enhanced simulations.
• Managed structural authorizations and advanced role provisioning via PFCG, BI Analysis
Authorizations, and SAP GRC 10.1 upgrades/migrations.
• Produced monthly audit reports on privileged access, invalid logons, and unauthorized
table/program access; implemented controls to restrict sensitive HR data visibility.
• Configured and tested security for end-user, interface, and background job processes, ensuring
application integrity and availability in multi-data center environments.
• Coordinated technical integration across infrastructure support areas, aligning technology
strategies with business goals and regulatory requirements.
• Developed training materials and delivered security/SAP GRC training to end users, managers, role
owners, and SoD administrators.
• Established centralized GRC governance for risk ownership, control testing, and compliance
tracking, standardizing processes across global implementations.

• Led SAP security redesign for the PSU SIMBA project, implementing a GRC-first framework to
streamline access governance across FI/CO, HCM, BW HANA, SRM, and Portal modules.
• Established policy-aligned role governance models for Central User Administration (CUA) and
Solution Manager environments.
• Implemented compliance controls for identity lifecycle management, transaction authorization
workflows, and cross-module security models.
• Directed security team initiatives to standardize and strengthen SAP access controls across
finance, HR, analytics, and procurement systems.

• Redesigned SAP Fiori and Gateway access architecture to ensure SoD compliance, audit readiness,
and full access traceability.
• Developed security and control matrices to support ITGC requirements and risk-based access
reviews.
• Standardized roles for developers and IT functional teams, improving access governance and
operational efficiency.
• Produced security protocol documentation to formalize and sustain governance practices.

• Led GRC implementation for S/4HANA global rollout, embedding SoD controls, conflict remediation,
and SOX-aligned security standards.
• Oversaw audit gap remediation, defect resolution, and quality control cycles, managing offshore
teams for efficient execution.
• Contributed to UAs 20/Twenty project, supporting global testing across AP, PTP, MM, OTC, and
other modules, and driving security redesign mapping efforts.
• Identified and remediated critical vulnerabilities in UA processes and SOX controls, improving
compliance and risk posture.
• Provided cross-platform security support for SOLMAN, Fiori, BOBJ, and S/4HANA, enhancing
integration and operational efficiency.

• Led SAP security governance for enterprise transformation programs (CFIN, EHS, CRM, PLM),
implementing CHaRM processes and Fiori access controls for a secure development lifecycle.
• Directed GRC policy updates and SAP Access Control workflow customizations, ensuring robust
compliance and risk coverage.
• Coordinated identity integrations via CUA, conducted risk-based reviews, and advised on control
design and authorization mapping.
• Managed security role design workshops with stakeholders, aligning organizational levels, field
specifications, and localization requirements to best practices.
• Oversaw onshore/offshore security build efforts, ensuring timely delivery and comprehensive
testing of security authorizations.
• Redesigned Firefighter and IS Support strategy, optimizing privileged access governance and
operational responsibilities.
• Developed Fiori catalogs/groups and security measures aligned with business workflows across S/4
and SuccessFactors.
• Delivered security documentation, audit mechanisms, and knowledge-sharing sessions,
standardizing governance across ERP transformation initiatives.

• Implemented and configured SAP GRC 10.1 (Access Control), establishing approval workflows for
provisioning, Firefighter usage, HR triggers, and compliance processes.
• Designed custom SoD rulesets (HISD and global aligned) with tailored Risk IDs and functions to
meet audit and regulatory requirements.
• Developed risk mitigation workflows, compliance documentation, and standardized role design
processes across ECC, BW, HR, SRM, and finance-related modules.
• Provided end-to-end security support for production and non-production ECC, SRM, BI/BW, GRC,
and EP environments.
• Collaborated with Controllers and compliance teams to identify high-priority risks and implement
mitigation strategies.
• Designed and maintained SAP security roles across MM/INV/WM, SRM, BI/BW, HR, PM, PS, VM, and
Finance modules.
• Delivered training sessions for business managers and key stakeholders, enhancing security
awareness and operational execution.
• Supported system enhancements, UAT cycles, and troubleshooting for security and compliance
related issues.

• Led SoD testing, WRICEF risk assessments, and GRC remediation initiatives during SAP global
rollout, aligning with SOX and regulatory requirements.
• Mapped compliance controls and documentation in collaboration with audit and regulatory teams,
ensuring process and control alignment.
• Reviewed functional/technical specifications and WRICEF integration points to ensure compliance
with 3Ms business processes and development standards.
• Provided Go-Live SoD support, implementing mitigation controls for users and roles, and resolving
GRC SoD issues in partnership with audit teams.
• Developed and maintained SOPs for IDM user requests, ensuring SoD clearance and process
standardization.
• Conducted risk analyses at user/role levels, recommending adjustments to GRC rulesets and
executing SOX/IT control testing.
• Created and executed test scripts in HP ALM Quality Center to validate transactional and reporting
controls.
• Produced job aids, advisory recommendations, and best practice guidance for SAP controls,
particularly in finance-related processes.

• Directed global SAP Security and GRC rollout, integrating LDAP and SSO with Firefighter logging
and aligning with internal audit and regulatory requirements.
• Established global compliance frameworks for CRM, OMNI, and audit processes, supporting multi
region deployments (Europe, China, Mexico, Brazil, US).
• Designed and implemented global/local role structures based on job responsibilities, mitigating
risks and preventing financial exposure through targeted controls.
• Developed SOPs for user access, role, and transport management; configured Access Enforcer
workflows, custom attributes, and Firefighter module settings for hourly monitoring and automated
reporting.
• Managed go-live activities including integrations, upgrades, ECATT-based mass user provisioning,
and Analysis Authorization implementation.
• Led risk assessments and SoD conflict remediation, applying restrictions on sensitive transactions
(e.g., PA20) and segregating payroll/time entry functions.
• Coordinated with audit teams to identify risks, establish mitigation controls, and standardize
approval workflows.
• Delivered training and documentation for audit teams, offshore security teams, and stakeholders
to ensure GRC process adoption and continuity.
• Mentored team members, fostering security governance knowledge across the organization.

• Led SAP security risk assessments and ITGC/SOX audits across multi-system ERP landscapes,
strengthening internal controls and compliance posture.
• Performed role testing, conflict identification, and transactional data analysis to detect and
remediate SoD violations.
• Advised on SAP Security standards and GRC requirements, guiding upgrades, implementations,
and access governance strategies.
• Coordinated SOX IT testing with business units, IT, and external auditors, managing audit progress,
addressing findings, and validating remediation.
• Conducted continuous audits to assess control effectiveness, reduce operational risks, and
improve compliance confidence.
• Developed audit scopes, reports, and presentations, delivering actionable recommendations and
risk-based remediation plans to senior leadership.
• Reviewed SDLC processes to identify risks in design, testing, and QA phases of ERP
implementations and upgrades.
• Provided ERP advisory services covering risk management, SoD controls, change control, and
business impact analysis.
• Supported process documentation and control design with business process owners for both new
and existing workflows.

• Led ITGC and SAP security control testing across Basis, FI/CO, HCM, and MM/SD modules,
enhancing audit frameworks, SoD compliance, and user access governance.
• Supported SAP GRC 10.0 implementation, including risk analysis, mitigation setup, control
monitoring, and access management alignment.
• Managed external and internal IT audits (SOX, ISO, COBIT) across UNIX, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft, and
Windows platforms, identifying control gaps and driving remediation.
• Conducted SAP transaction code testing for SoD security assessments, improving authentication,
authorization, and provisioning controls.
• Designed audit scopes, programs, and procedures, conducting walkthroughs with process owners,
vendors, and consultants to evaluate control design and operational effectiveness.
• Employed CAATs to analyze SAP and non-SAP datasets, validating compliance with internal policies
and regulatory standards.
• Audited IT infrastructure and applications, including Windows OS, Exchange, virtual servers, UNIX,
SAP ABAP, IDM, and GRC.
• Provided compliance advisory and strategic guidance on IT security frameworks, risk management,
and industry best practices for control design and monitoring.

• Implemented enterprise-wide SAP GRC 10.0 with IDM and SSO integrations, unifying access
provisioning processes across SAP modules, Active Directory, and enterprise portals.
• Designed control architecture for identity governance, SoD rule frameworks, and security matrices
to support audit readiness and compliance.
• Coordinated SAP audits and compliance validation for access policies, SoD risks, and license
administration.
• Managed authorizations helpdesk, escalations, and security incident response, ensuring swift
resolution and operational continuity.
• Directed offshore/onshore SAP security teams, overseeing role/authorization design, policy
reviews, and change control processes.
• Integrated security requirements into the SAP system development lifecycle, aligning with
information security protocols and long-term strategic objectives.
• Established SAP Audit Information Systems (AIS) for internal auditors, enhancing audit capabilities
and data access.
• Advised SAP projects on security, role governance, and best practices, ensuring long-term stability
and scalability of SAP security solutions.

• Designed secure role models across SAP modules, enforcing SoD policies, audit tracking, and
internal control compliance.
• Implemented IDM-to-SAP EP integration with AD synchronization and SSO, automating user
lifecycle processes and improving provisioning efficiency.
• Developed security matrices governing production user requests and access control standards
across MM, SCM, SRM, PM, PS, RE, IDM, BI, SLCM, SEM, FI, CO, Treasury, AIS, and PI.
• Led conflict resolution and role remediation workflows in alignment with internal audit and
quarterly assessment requirements, reducing redundancy and cost.
• Configured SAP GRC Access Control policies in collaboration with business process owners,
covering audit, infrastructure, and HR-related security requirements.
• Administered project team access across environments, ensuring compliance with IT security
standards and control criteria.
• Delivered training and guidance for ITGC documentation reviews, risk assessments, and
infrastructure control processes.
• Managed IDM application implementation with self-service features, account management, SSO,
and automated provisioning workflows with approval governance.

• Managed global SAP security and SoD remediation using APPROVA, ACEVA, and in-house tools,
analyzing conflicts, T-code assignments, and user-role mappings.
• Led SAP GRC 5.x implementation (Access Enforcer/CUP, Firefighter/SPM, Compliance
Calibrator/RAR, Role Expert/ERM) to meet SOX and ITGC compliance requirements.
• Collaborated with audit teams to resolve user-role conflicts in FI/CO and MM Purchasing, and
supported internal/external audits, PCI/SOX reviews, and quarterly IT access audits.
• Established and maintained SOPs, policies, and user request processes, ensuring compliance with
legal, regulatory, and security best practices.
• Directed SAP security projects covering governance, risk, and compliance enhancements;
contributed to the SAP GRC Advisory Council to shape future platform improvements.
• Implemented access governance practices and optimized access control program management in
line with industry security standards.