SAP Security Scrum Master / Project Manager

Next Gen IT, Inc. is seeking a Scrum Master / Project Manager II to support a client SAP business-as-usual team. The role manages high-priority SAP OTC enhancement initiatives end to end, including planning, backlog management, stakeholder coordination, delivery tracking, risk and issue management, budgeting, and communication across matrixed teams using Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with impacted SAP OTC, RTR, PTP, & PTD impacted teams to define and manage project backlog, priorities, dependencies, timelines, and delivery plans
• Establish and manage project plans across schedule, cost, scope, quality, risks, issues, assumptions, and dependencies
• Coordinate project activities across matrixed teams using Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery approaches as appropriate
• Identify logical dependencies across multiple workstreams, determine critical path activities, and communicate key tasks and milestones to team members and stakeholders
• Proactively identify variances to plan and develop mitigation or corrective action plans in partnership with project team members
• Monitor project deliverables against approved scope, schedule, and budget, and escalate concerns with clear impact statements and recommended options
• Identify, document, communicate, and manage project risks throughout the lifecycle, including gaining stakeholder alignment on risk response plans
• Engage stakeholders at the appropriate level and cadence to support informed decision-making and timely issue resolution
• Tailor communications based on audience needs and synthesize project information into concise, actionable updates
• Maintain accurate project artifacts, including status reports, RAID logs, schedules, financial forecasts, decision logs, change requests, and communication plans
• Record and monitor project actuals and forecasts against the project budget, escalating budget risks or financial impacts as needed
• Recommend process deviations or adjustments when appropriate and gain consensus from impacted stakeholders
• Leverage project management best practices, technical knowledge, and organizational awareness to mitigate delivery risks and improve outcomes
• Mentor others on project management methods, practices, and tools, while actively seeking opportunities to improve delivery effectiveness

Requirements:

• The ideal candidate has prior SAP project management experience, familiarity with security and compliance domains, with the ability to manage work across both Agile and Waterfall delivery models
• This role requires strong communication, facilitation, analytical, and organizational skills, along with the ability to proactively identify risks, manage dependencies, and drive continuous improvement
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent work experience may be considered
• Seven or more years of IT work experience, including significant experience managing technology projects
• Prior SAP project management experience with a working understanding of SAP technology, integrations, and related technical requirements
• Experience supporting projects in security, compliance, identity/access management, or related domains
• Knowledge of Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, and hybrid delivery methodologies required
• Agile SaFE certifications will be considered a plus
• Experience working in the pharmaceutical, life sciences, healthcare, or similarly regulated industry preferred
• Experience with Jira or similar Agile lifecycle management tools preferred
• PMP, Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), PMI-ACP, or related project management/agile certification preferred
• Experience with Service Now / SPM tool preferred