MAHALAKSHMI RAJENDRAKUMAR
Chennai,Tamil Nadu
Summary
Senior SAP Security Professional with 13+ years of expertise across ECC, S/4HANA, Fiori, and SAP Cloud platforms. Specialized in authorization concepts, SoD controls, SAP GRC Access Control, and secure design principles. Proven track record in SAP security design, risk mitigation, governance, audit compliance (SOX, GDPR), and leading security workstreams in large-scale SAP environments. Strong communicator with experience mentoring teams and supporting complex technical landscapes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. SAP Security Associate
Cognizant
03.2023 - 01.2026
- Led SAP security design and implementation across ECC/S4HANA/Fiori/CRM/BW/BODS/HANA landscapes.
- Developed and optimized SoD-compliant roles, profiles, catalogs, and OData authorizations.
- Implemented RBAC aligned with business processes and compliance frameworks.
- Configured and supported GRC (ARA, ARM, BRM, EAM) including SoD risk analysis and mitigation planning.
- Managed user provisioning, role assignments, mass updates, and remediation activities.
- Ensured security governance by defining standards, policies, and audit-ready controls.
- Supported internal/external SOX & GDPR compliance audits with access review cycles.
- Secured integration touchpoints across SAP and non-SAP systems including BTP and APIs.
- Provided security inputs for transports, change management, and system refresh cycles.
- Trained junior consultants on SAP authorization concepts and GRC best practices.
- Recognized for proactive automation initiatives and security process improvements.
Sr. SAP Security Consultant
AstraZeneca Pharma India Pvt. Ltd.
06.2014 - 05.2015
- Designed and maintained SAP security roles during major system transitions.
- Conducted SoD analysis, remediation planning, and compliance reporting.
- Performed role redesign and large-scale EHP7 upgrade adjustments across thousands of roles.
- Handled ChaRM-driven role changes and coordinated secure release management.
- Supported audit requirements through detailed SoX reporting and documentation.
SAP Security Module Lead
Wipro Technologies
06.2010 - 05.2014
- Managed end-to-end user/role administration across multi-module SAP systems.
- Executed transport, access remediation, authorization testing, and RCA.
- Established security governance processes for offshore support models.
- Led transitions and mentored security teams to ensure delivery excellence.
SAP Security Administrator
Tata Consultancy Services
12.2006 - 05.2010
- Performed provisioning, user lifecycle management, role creation, and transports.
- Supported quarterly audits, SoD violation tracking, and compliance documentation.
- Collaborated with functional/Basis/ABAP teams to resolve complex auth issues.
Senior Technical Support Officer
HCL Technologies
11.2004 - 11.2006
- Provided Level 1 SAP & IT support including password resets and account management.
- Supported secure access management and troubleshooting activities for first level support for SAP, Windows and Network related issues.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Saranathan College of Engineering
01.2004
German C1 - undefined
Goethe Institut
Chennai01.2021
High School - undefined
Govt. Girls Hr. Sec. School
Ashok Nagar01.2000
Skills
SAP Security ECC & S/4
HANA DB security
BTP security Trained
Portal Security
BODS & BOBJ
EHANA security
FIORI security
GRC AC
ITIL
Incident & Change Management
Custom Section
2015-2023, Completed German language certification (C1/C2) and taught German at schools/colleges, enhancing communication, mentoring, and leadership skills. Received national-level recognition as Best German Teacher - 3rd Prize (InDAF Association).
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate
- Date of birth: 08/19/82
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital status: Married
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
German
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Fluent
Tamil
Native
Accomplishments
- University 14th Rank in Bharathidasan University exams in B.E. (EEE) in the year 2004
- Best German Teacher award (Bereich: Jugendlichen), recognized by Indian German Teachers' Association (InDAF)
Certification
ITIL V3 Foundation
Timeline
Sr. SAP Security Associate
Cognizant
03.2023 - 01.2026
Sr. SAP Security Consultant
AstraZeneca Pharma India Pvt. Ltd.
06.2014 - 05.2015
SAP Security Module Lead
Wipro Technologies
06.2010 - 05.2014
ITIL V3 Foundation
12-2008
SAP Security Administrator
Tata Consultancy Services
12.2006 - 05.2010
Senior Technical Support Officer
HCL Technologies
11.2004 - 11.2006
German C1 - undefined
Goethe Institut
High School - undefined
Govt. Girls Hr. Sec. School
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Saranathan College of Engineering