Ahmed Syed
Group Lead - IT Security @ Kraft Heinz | Managing IAM & SAP Security
- Role
- Group Lead - IT Security SAP & Iam at Kraft Heinz
- Location
- Chicago, IL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Ahmed Syed
Strategic and experienced leader with over 14 years of global experience driving SAP Security and Identity & Access Management (IAM) strategy across complex enterprise environments. Proven track record of aligning security governance with business objectives, enabling secure digital transformation, and building scalable, compliant access frameworks across SAP and integrated systems.I managed cross-functional teams and enterprise initiatives that protect critical assets, ensure regulatory compliance (SOX, GDPR, ISO 27001), and deliver operational excellence. I have successfully managed large-scale S/4 Hana deployments, enterprise GRC deployments, and IAM integrations with platforms like Azure AD and Saviynt—bridging cloud and on-premise ecosystems.Recognized for driving innovation, optimizing controls, and influencing stakeholders across IT, audit, and business units, I bring a strategic lens to SAP Security & IAM that goes beyond compliance—focusing on resilience, agility, and risk-aware growth.Strengths : • Leadership of global SAP Security & IAM programs across multiple business units and geographies• Oversight of SAP GRC Access Control, SoD governance, and audit risk mitigation• Strategic planning for IAM architecture, roadmap execution, and cloud transformation• Executive collaboration with CIOs, CISOs, auditors, and compliance committees
Experience
Group Lead - IT Security SAP & Iam
Oct 2023 — Present
Education
University of Illinois Springfield
Master of Science - MS, Cybersecurity management
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