Madhuparna Ray

SAP S/4HANA Implementation Project – Daiichi Sankyo (Pharmaceuticals, Japan)

• Defined and implemented the SAP security architecture, aligning with business requirements, compliance standards (e.g., SOX/JSOX), and segregation of duties (SoD) principles.
• Designed end-to-end role concepts (Master, Derived, Composite roles) for different modules [e.g., FI, MM, SD, MDM (BP, MAT, FI)] and ensure proper role mapping.
• Provided security support during Unit Testing, System Integration Testing (SIT), and User Acceptance Testing (UAT); resolved authorization errors.
• Ensured smooth transition of user roles and access configurations during cutover; supported final role transport and user provisioning activities.
• Handled hyper care issues related to authorizations, emergency access (firefighter IDs), and user provisioning.

SAP S/4HANA 2022 Upgrade Project – Daiichi Sankyo (Pharmaceuticals, Japan)

• Successfully managed and executed security-related activities during the SAP S/4HANA 2022 upgrade process with the latest S/4HANA functionalities and version-specific requirements.
• Conducted risk assessments and security gap analysis during the upgrade, ensuring a seamless transition from the legacy SAP system to S/4HANA 2022.
• Implemented segregation of duties (SoD) analysis for SAP S/4HANA 2022 and managed remediation efforts for identified conflicts.
• Configured profiles and authorizations for new Fiori applications and S/4HANA modules as part of the upgrade.
• Conducted extensive security testing post-upgrade to ensure proper functionality and compliance with security policies.

Sap Enhancement Project – Astellas Meppel Divestment (Pharmaceuticals, Japan)

• Independently led SAP GRC Security activities for a high-profile divestiture project, ensuring compliance with JSOX controls and pharmaceutical industry standards.
• Spearheaded the design and separation of authorizations during the divestment process, maintaining strict adherence to security and audit protocols.
• Managed complex SAP landscapes including S/4HANA, ECC, Ariba, Greenlight, SuccessFactors, Concur, and SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC).
• Conducted bi-annual User Access Review (UAR) audits and compiled monthly JSOX compliance reports to support regulatory requirements.
• Performed detailed user-level risk analysis using FC&G jobs and monitored high-risk change requests.
• Gained hands-on experience handling extensive user bases, supporting over 150,000 users across multiple integrated SAP systems.

SAP AMS SUPPORT PROJECT - Yamaha Music (Musical Instruments, Japan)

• Led SAP Basis and Security support operations across multiple SAP landscapes, ensuring system stability and compliance in a post-implementation environment.
• Authored Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and conducted detailed Knowledge Transfer (KT) sessions for junior team members to ensure operational continuity.
• Directed Basis and Security teams handling mass role/authorization changes, system monitoring, SAP Note implementation, job scheduling, transport management, client management, and fire-fighter access provisioning.
• Oversaw critical administrative tasks such as user provisioning, OSS access and connection handling, and Access Control List (ACL) configurations.
• Utilized SAP reports such as CQC (Customer Quality Check) and Early Watch Alerts to proactively address system performance and security risks.

S/4 Hana implementation Project - Yamaha Music (Musical Instruments, Japan)

• Experienced in the design, build, and configuration of roles and authorizations within SAP S/4HANA systems, with strong focus on system security and compliance.
• Expertise in managing complex Role Matrices, including Master, Derived, and Composite roles, aligned with business needs and Segregation of Duties (SoD) principles.
• Proficient in resolving authorization issues with best practices and root cause analysis to ensure smooth user access and system integrity.
• Hands-on experience with SAP Fiori authorizations, including configuration and support throughout Unit Testing, SIT, UAT, Go-Live, and post-Go-Live phases.
• Skilled in user administration and access provisioning across platforms like SAP BTP and Identity Authentication Service (IAS).

SAP AMS support project - KAO Corporation (Pharmaceuticals, Japan)

• Provided end-to-end SAP Basis and Security support across ECC and S/4HANA landscapes, ensuring system integrity and user compliance.
• Investigated and resolved missing authorizations, maintaining secure access while supporting seamless user experiences.
• Managed technical tasks such as mass user administration, client open/close requests, job error handling, fire-fighter ID provisioning, and transport request imports.
• Utilized JP1 Job Monitoring Tool to track and troubleshoot scheduled jobs, ensuring uninterrupted business operations.
• Efficiently handled incidents and service requests using ServiceNow (SNOW),JIRA ensuring timely resolution of tickets.