Director of SAP Technology

Who We Are

At Corebridge Financial, we believe action is everything. That’s why every day we partner with financial professionals and institutions to make it possible for more people to take action in their financial lives, for today and tomorrow.

We align to a set of Values that are the core pillars that define our culture and help bring our brand purpose to life:

• We are stronger as one: We collaborate across the enterprise, scale what works and act   decisively for our customers and partners.
• We deliver on commitments: We are accountable, empower each other and go above and beyond for our stakeholders.
• We learn, improve and innovate: We get better each day by challenging the status quo and equipping ourselves for the future.
• We are inclusive: We embrace different perspectives, enabling our colleagues to make an impact and bring their whole selves to work.

Who You’ll Work With:

The Information Technology organization is the technological foundation of our business and works in collaboration with our partners from across the company. The team drives technology and digital transformation, partners with business leaders to design and execute new strategies through IT and operations services and ensures the necessary IT risk management and security measures are in place and aligned with enterprise architecture standards and principles.

About the Role:

As part of the Enterprise IT team, this leader manages/oversees the technical delivery of the SAP platform including:

• Platform/application-level security

• Vulnerability management

• Related IT Control oversight

• Infrastructure management for Corebridge’s SAP finance platform in collaboration with our PaaS partner (SAP ECS) and our AMS provider

• Oversight of technical production support activities and any related root cause analyses

The Finance Technical Leader is responsible for comprehensive management of SAP landscape, including implementation, deployment, support, critical updates and administration of SAP systems. The leader will supervise a globally disbursed team of Basis administrators and collaborate with various application management teams to maintain and ensure the SAP environment is optimized and secure.  Additionally, will manage the SAP security team overseeing security access management and ensuring compliance with internal policies and industry regulations.

As an SAP Audit Control owner oversees the design, implementation, and maintenance of SAP system controls, ensuring adherence to internal policies, regulatory requirements (like SOX), and their alignment to industry best practices. This leader will also manage risks and actively participates in internally directed and external audits. 

The Finance Technical Leader also supports the SAP change management team in executing change management strategies and plans to ensure successful implementation of SAP changes and improvements.

Responsibilities:

This is a senior level role that will interact with key IT and operations leader along with risk & compliance on strategic finance transformation projects.

• Manage end-to-end SAP Environment including implementation, deployment, support, and administration.

• Manage onshore and offshore SAP Basis Administrators to support SAP operations.

• Enforce company change control policies, patch management, and information security standards.

• Lead a team of Basis administrators to deliver ongoing maintenance and support for SAP systems.

• Participate in production support activities and resolve technical issues with clear communication and thorough root cause analysis.

• Keep up to date with the latest SAP security trends, patches, and vulnerabilities to ensure the protection of SAP environments. 

• Manage the SAP Security team to maintain the safety and security of SAP Financial applications and the HANA database.  

• Provide guidance to the security team on security provisioning, role-based access control, user administration, and supporting all security related audit and compliance activities.

• Oversee and manage SAP controls assessment initiatives, ensuring they are conducted effectively and efficiently. 

• Ensure SAP systems comply with internal controls, regulatory requirements, identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to SAP system controls.

• Prepare SAP environments for audits, ensuring all SOP documentation and controls are in place. 

• Ensure compliance with company Information security office standards and requirements.

• Assist with managing software budgeting, procurement, contracts and driving expense reduction initiatives

• Support SAP change management team to maintain SAP Solution Manager and other relevant tools used for change and release management, ensuring they are configured and utilized effectively. 

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent)
• 15+ years or more of relevant experience and an undergraduate degree in Computer Science or Information Systems. 10+ years of industry experience

• In-depth understanding of the design and deployment of SAP S4HANA, SAP Rise, SAP BODS, SAP BusinessObjects reporting/analytic solutions, SAP Security design, implementation and Operation, SAP Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC),  SAP Change Management Methodology, & SAP BTP (including Clean Core concepts) is required

• Knowledge of SAP Finance, SAP Treasury, SAP Insurance subledger accounting (FPSL), insurance collections & disbursement (FSCD), & SAP BDC (including Datasphere & SAC/SACP) is preferred.

• Able to see big picture/strategic thinker

• Strong leadership/influencing and negotiation skills

• Work with leaders across business lines & IT disciplines; Leads both domestic and globally distributed teams.

• Identifies issues within immediate team and gathers information to determine root cause

• Administers, interprets, and executes policies and procedures to ensure success of initiative and programs.

• Strong vendor management skills

• Comfortable working in a dynamic, rapidly changing and oft-times ambiguous environment.

• Must maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive information

• Excellent communication (written and oral) and people skills.

• Understanding of application systems design and integration in a large heterogeneous enterprise environment

• Experience with modern IT monitoring capabilities

• Additional preferred experience with

  • DevOps

  • DevSecOps

  • Test Automation

  • Application Modernization

  • Quality Assurance methodology and technologies

Compensation

The anticipated salary range in Jersey City, New Jersey for this position is $180,000 to $210,000 at the commencement of employment.  Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered will ultimately be dependent on multiple factors, which may include the candidate’s geographic location, skills, experience and other qualifications

In addition, the position is eligible for a discretionary bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.

Corebridge also offers a range of competitive benefits as part of the total compensation package, as detailed below.

Work Location

This position is based in Corebridge Financial’s Houston, TX or Jersey City, New Jersey office and is subject to our hybrid working policy, which gives colleagues the benefits of working both in an office and remotely.
 

Estimated Travel

May include up to 25% travel.

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This role is deemed a “covered associate” under SEC Rule 206(4)-5, 17 CFR § 275.206(4)-5, Political contributions by certain investment advisers, and other federal and state pay-to-play rules. Candidates for the role must not have made any political contributions that, under 17 CFR § 275.206(4)-5 or other federal or state pay-to-play regulations, would disqualify the candidate or Corebridge Financial from conducting Corebridge Financial’s business, or that would otherwise create a conflict of interest for Corebridge Financial. Applicants who are selected to move forward with the application process will be required to disclose all U.S. political contributions they and their household family members have made over the past two years.

Why Corebridge?

At Corebridge Financial, we prioritize the health, well-being, and work-life balance of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits and wellness program is designed to support employees both personally and professionally, ensuring that they have the resources and flexibility needed to thrive.

Benefit Offerings Include:

• Health and Wellness: We offer a range of medical, dental and vision insurance plans, as well as mental health support and wellness initiatives to promote overall well-being.
• Retirement Savings: We offer retirement benefits options, which vary by location.  In the U.S., our competitive 401(k) Plan offers a generous dollar-for-dollar Company matching contribution of up to 6% of eligible pay and a Company contribution equal to 3% of eligible pay (subject to annual IRS limits and Plan terms). These Company contributions vest immediately.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling services and resources are available to all employees.
• Matching charitable donations: Corebridge matches donations to tax-exempt organizations 1:1, up to $5,000.
• Volunteer Time Off: Employees may use up to 16 volunteer hours annually to support activities that enhance and serve communities where employees live and work.
• Paid Time Off: Eligible employees start off with at least 24 Paid Time Off (PTO) days so they can take time off for themselves and their families when they need it.

Eligibility for and participation in employer-sponsored benefit plans and Company programs will be subject to applicable law, governing Plan document(s) and Company policy.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Corebridge Financial, is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and we comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment laws. All applicants will be considered for employment based on job-related qualifications and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The Company is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. At Corebridge Financial, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to building a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Through a wide variety of programs and initiatives, we invest in each employee, seeking to ensure that our colleagues are respected as individuals and valued for their unique perspectives.

Corebridge Financial is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees, including any accommodations needed on the basis of physical or mental disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs.  If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to complete any part of the application or hiring process, please send an email to TalentandInclusion@corebridgefinancial.com.  Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

To learn more please visit: www.corebridgefinancial.com

Functional Area:

IT - Information Technology

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