SAP Technical Solution Architect D&S (Defence and security) DFPS

Next Ventures are currently exercuting a search fior a SAP Technical Solution Architect with D&S (Defence and security) (DFPS) proven SAP defense/military experience or A&D industry experience.

Industry
Defence, Aerospace, Public Security, Government

Contract Details

• Duration: Initial 12-month contract with extensions (programme duration up to 3 years)
• Work Model: On-site / hybrid (dependent on security requirements)
• Remote Working: Possible, subject to programme security constraints
• Travel: Willingness to travel within Europe approximately once per month
• Location: EU-based projects
• Eligibility:
  • EU or UK passport holders
  • Willingness to undergo security clearance process

Security Clearance

• SC or DV clearance (or eligibility to obtain), depending on programme requirements

The role :

The SAP D&S Technical Solution Architect – Enterprise Integration is responsible for the technical architecture, design, and integration strategy for SAP Defence & Security (DFPS/D&S) within a highly secure, regulated environment.

The role focuses on enterprise integration, ensuring SAP D&S integrates seamlessly with SAP S/4HANA and non-SAP systems used across defence, logistics, maintenance, and operational platforms. The architect will work closely with functional DFPS consultants, SAP architects, cybersecurity teams, and defence stakeholders to deliver a robust, scalable, and secure integration landscape.

Key Responsibilities

Architecture & Integration Design

• Define and own the end-to-end SAP D&S enterprise integration architecture.
• Design integration patterns between SAP DFPS/D&S and:
  • SAP S/4HANA (MM, PM, EAM, FI, SD, PP)
  • SAP EWM / WM
  • SAP HR/HCM / SuccessFactors
  • External defence systems (logistics, fleet management, readiness systems).
• Establish standards for synchronous and asynchronous integrations.

SAP Integration Technologies

• Design and implement integrations using:
  • SAP PI/PO or SAP Integration Suite (CPI)
  • IDocs, RFCs, Web Services, APIs
  • Secure file transfer and message-based integrations
• Support interface design for defence-specific add-ons and legacy platforms.

Security & Compliance

• Ensure integration designs comply with:
  • Government and military security classifications
  • Secure network zoning and data segregation
  • Defence cybersecurity policies
• Work closely with security teams on:
  • Authentication, authorisation, encryption
  • Role-based access control (SAP GRC, PFCG)
  • Secure interface handling and audit logging

Project Delivery

• Support full lifecycle delivery:
  • Architecture design
  • Build oversight
  • Integration testing
  • Cutover and go-live
• Produce technical design documents and interface specifications.
• Support system integration testing (SIT), UAT, and performance testing.

Collaboration & Governance

• Act as the technical counterpart to DFPS/D&S functional leads.
• Guide development teams and SI partners on integration standards.
• Participate in architecture boards and technical design authorities.

Required Skills & Experience

Essential

• 7+ years SAP technical architecture experience.
• Strong hands-on experience with:
  • SAP PI/PO and/or SAP Integration Suite (CPI)
  • SAP S/4HANA technical integration
  • IDoc, API, RFC, SOAP/REST interfaces
• Experience integrating SAP with non-SAP, defence, or secure systems.
• Proven experience working in secure, regulated, or classified environments.
• Strong understanding of SAP authorisation concepts and secure system design.

Desirable

• Experience with SAP Defence & Security (DFPS/D&S).
• Knowledge of defence standards (e.g. NATO, MoD frameworks).
• Experience with SAP EAM / PM / Logistics integration in MRO or fleet environments.
• Exposure to SAP GRC, SAP Solution Manager, or Focused Build.
• Previous work on long-term public sector or defence programmes.

Soft Skills

• Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Comfortable working with military and government personnel.
• High attention to detail and documentation discipline.
• Ability to operate calmly in complex, highly controlled environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• SAP technical certifications preferred.
• Active or eligible SC/DV security clearance highly advantageous.

Key Deliverables

• Enterprise integration architecture and design documentation.
• Interface and middleware technical specifications.
• Security-compliant integration designs.
• Support for SIT, UAT, go-live, and hypercare.
• Knowledge transfer and technical documentation.

More information is available on application

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