Government Security Officer - JAPAN

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PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

SAP Government Security and Secrecy (GS2) organization is part of the SAP CEO Board Area. Thisorganization ensures strict liability fulfilment of customers’ national security requirements, business enablement in sensitive industries, Classified Information Management and compliance with Critical Infrastructure as well as Telecommunication regulations for SAP world-wide. SAP GS2 business unit is looking for a “Government Security Officer - JAPAN (f/m/d)”.

EXPECTATIONS AND TASKS

• Fulfil the role of a Government Security Officer, within the Government Security & Secrecy Office for SAP Japan (SAP Japan Co Ltd). Accountable for the ongoing management and maintenance of the respective national security programmes and initiatives, including as promulgated through Government Lead Departments and Industry Regulators

• Support the Regional Manager National Security Governance across all of SAP Japan. Act as an internal trusted advisor to ensure protection of SAP’s business in Japan, involving national and public security agencies within the public sector, its supply chain and related strategic sensitive markets including, but not limited to, Aerospace & Self Defence Forces, Healthcare, Utilities, Cyber Security and National Critical Infrastructure protection.

• Support and enable establishment and maintenance of effective internal communications protocols and procedures to manage obligations for national and industrial security supporting Japanese national security programmes and initiatives.

• Undertake the role of the GS2 Local Secrecy Officers, supporting the Regional Manager in all interactions to SAP’s Japan businesses to enable compliance with related global SAP policies.

• Maintain and deepen established working relationships with customers’ senior security representatives and security authorities across Japan.

• Support the local business as a senior, trusted advisor and subject matter expert in direct customer engagements that involve national security.

• Maintain the GS2 internal stakeholder relationships, such as Field legal, Integrated Regulatory Office, Compliance and Privacy offices, in support of regional regulatory obligations and related Critical Infrastructure/Classified Information Management (CI/CIM) deals.

• Support GS2 facilitation and maintenance of security clearances and Requests for Visit in accordance with multi- and bi-lateral security treaties and instruments across SAP Japan

• Leverage deep Government and Industry experience in support of SAP sales strategies and Deal Approval Risk Assessments

• Develop and maintain a strong network of contacts in relevant authorities and security organisations and with other security professionals for the benefit of SAP as a trusted partner within the local markets.

• Lead initiatives to constantly improve of SAP’s operations and capacity to support customers in highly regulated markets.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Significant management and executive experience managing a security function in Government ministries/agencies, regulated industries or companies operating in a national security setting.

• Attainment of undergraduate/postgraduate academic, or relevant professional qualifications is highly desirable, particularly in related disciplines including, but not limited to, Information Assurance, Information Security, Cyber Security and Risk Management

• The sensitivities of the relationships with Government across APJ jurisdictions mean that the position requires Japanese citizenship.

• Ability to obtain and maintain any Personal Security Clearances necessary to execute on tasks assigned to the position, as may be required by the Japanese authorities in the future.

Essential knowledge, skills, and experience

• Excellent organisational awareness and detailed planning skills

• Experience in functional organisations, accountable for:

1. document safeguarding
2. information assurance, including as may be defined in Japanese Government security policy, including Security Policy Frameworks and or any other relevant Policy/Legislation

• Excellent communication and influencing skills with government authorities, regulators, and security organisations.

• Excellent communication & presentation skills pitched to all levels, including executive management, in a multi-national, multicultural setting, are essential.

• Demonstrable experience and proven track record in Government and heavily regulated markets with an existing network of stakeholders.

• Programme/project management qualifications are highly regarded.

• Willingness to travel within APJ and potentially abroad, including Germany

Further highly desirable knowledge, skills, and experience

• Controlled goods/information registration and ongoing management such as ITAR/EAR regulations

• Physical and site security, as defined in relevant Japanese Government security policy, such as Site Physical Security Installation or Design and subsequent certification experience.

• The role is not technical, but an appreciation of common technical security measures, particularly for Information Security and Cyber Security, is highly regarded.

LOCATION

Tokyo - Japan

EXPECTED TRAVEL

10-50%

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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
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Requisition ID: 403789  | Work Area: Administration  | Expected Travel: 0 - 10%  | Career Status: Professional  | Employment Type: Regular Full Time   | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid.