Canadian Pacific is a transcontinental railway in Canada and the United States with direct links to major ports on the west and east coasts. CP provides North American customers a competitive rail service with access to key markets in every corner of the globe. CP is growing with its customers, offering a suite of freight transportation services, logistics solutions and supply chain expertise. Visit cpr.ca to see the rail advantages of CP.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

• The SAP Security Specialist will be a part of CP’s Enterprise Security team and will be responsible for performing a variety of day-to-day and project-related SAP security activities;
• Leadership accountability for inputs and outputs of safety, service, productivity and financial metrics.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

• Administer and support the SAP security functional area for the existing SAP environment and new implementations by performing user and role administration activities;
• Plan and execute security development for all SAP systems;
• Work on SAP security projects and day-to-day access requests, incidents and work orders in an effective and efficient manner;
• Participate in user acceptance testing and help to ensure smooth transport of code to the production environments;
• Coordinate project planning activities with the SAP functional teams and manage workload for complete and timely delivery of assigned tasks;
• Evaluate, mentor and provide feedback to junior staff;
• Gather requirements, design, document and implement SAP security processes within the guidelines of CP’s security standards and threat assessments;
• Participate in training efforts for the team and business groups;
• Ability to take a broad view of a position and take initiative to communicate, interact and co-operate with others to ensure that all aspects of a task are addressed;
• Document SAP security-related processes, procedures, standards and guidelines;
• Assist with the execution of CP’s information security strategy and roadmap;
• Participate in the rotational after-hours on-call support;
• Ensuring that all implemented security changes adhere to the approved policies, standards and practices;
• Ensure compliance with CP’s SOX controls and control-framework;
• Provide insight into leading industry and SAP security practices;
• Stay current with emerging technology trends, and regulations to support business needs;
• Various other duties as required.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• University degree or equivalent in an IT related field;

• Minimum 7 years of core SAP security design, analysis, configuration, compliance and implementation experience;

• Minimum 7 years of SAP security basics, SAP authorization concept, roles/activity groups, role-based access controls and user administration;

• SOD conflict resolution;

• Excellent understanding of SAP HR functional requirements and how it relates to SAP security;

• Experience in SAPECC 6.0, ESS/MSS and GRC 10 environments;

• Experience creating technical documentation;

• Experience managing a technical team;

• Experience adhering and maintaining to SOX controls and working with IT auditors on SAP security related SOX audits;

• Excellent analytical, investigative and problem-solving skills;

• Good planning and project management skills – including the flexibility to effectively work on multiple tasks and to meet a variety of demands on short notice and with stringent timelines;

• Clear and effective oral and written communication skills – including the ability to interpret complex technical matters in simple easy to understand ways;

• Ability to identify priorities and ensure that work is completed within stipulated timeframes.

WHAT CP HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Employer Funded Retirement Plan
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Performance Incentive Program 
• Annual Fitness Subsidy
• Part-time Studies Program

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

As an employer with national presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Drug Test Elements:

CP is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public.  All new hires are required to undergo a drug screen.  We appreciate your cooperation in keeping CP safe and drug-free. 

Background Investigation:

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:    

• Criminal history check
• Reference check
• Last 3 years of driving history
• Last 7 years of employment history
• Social Security number verification

Management Conductor Program:

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CP. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

CP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.