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SAP NS2 Program Manager of Technology Strategy and Enablement
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SAP NS2 Program Manager of Technology Strategy and Enablement
We help the world run better At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed. SAP NS2 Program Manager of Technology Strategy and Enablement SAP is the global market leader for business software and related services. SAP National Security Services Inc. (SAP NS2) is an independent U.S. subsidiary of SAP. At SAP NS2, we leverage best-in-breed technologies engineered by SAP to protect the lives, assets, and information of Americans. We offer SAP solutions with specialized levels of security and support to meet the requirements of U.S. national security and critical infrastructure customers. This position requires access to customer data. Must be a U.S. citizen; SAP NS2 does not offer Visa sponsorships for this role. Position Overview The Program Manager of Technology Strategy and Enablement will lead the strategic alignment, governance, and enablement of SAP NS2s S/4HANA Private Cloud, SaaS, and PaaS initiatives under one unified operating model. This individual drive technology vision, roadmap execution, internal IT enablement, and enterprise-wide AI adoption to ensure NS2s platforms and services meet customer, mission, and U.S. security requirements. This position will report directly to the Senior Leader within Office of CTO and act as a strategic advisor and enabler, ensuring technology initiatives are aligned with business priorities, SAP global direction, and internal IT transformation. Key Responsibilities Define and communicate NS2s technology strategy across S/4HANA Private Cloud, SaaS, PaaS, and internal IT systems. Lead internal IT business enablement by modernizing core platforms, streamlining business processes, and driving automation. Champion enterprise-wide AI adoption, enabling both customer-facing platforms and internal operations to leverage AI/ML for productivity, decision support, and mission outcomes. Build technology enablement playbooks and roadmaps that integrate cybersecurity, DevSecOps, AI, and cloud delivery best practices. Ensure that all technology initiatives comply with federal security, accreditation, and mission assurance standards. Strategic Program Leadership Oversee multi-product and cross-business strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with NS2s growth and customer requirements. Manage budgets, investments, and resource allocations for technology transformation programs. Establish governance models for measuring outcomes, KPIs, and return on technology investments. Integrate NS2 initiatives with SAP global strategy (RISE with SAP, GROW with SAP, and AI-enabled PaaS innovation). Stakeholder Engagement & Leadership Serve as a trusted advisor to senior executives, IT leaders, and customer stakeholders. Drive cross-functional collaboration across engineering, IT, operations, and business units. Represent NS2 in executive strategy forums, steering committees, and AI adoption councils. Qualifications 15+ years of experience in technology strategy, IT transformation, or enterprise SaaS/cloud delivery. 10+ years in leadership roles with accountability for technology enablement and business IT systems. Proven expertise in S/4HANA Private Cloud, SaaS, and PaaS platforms, with experience in security-accredited delivery models. Demonstrated success in AI/ML strategy and adoption, both in platform delivery and internal IT modernization. Bachelors degree in engineering, Computer Science, or Information Technology (masters preferred). Years of exprience may be used in lieu of a degree. Excellent executive communication and presentation skills; ability to drive alignment with data-driven insights. Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance that requires US citizenship. Core Competencies Internal IT Modernization & Business Enablement S/4HANA Private Cloud, SaaS, and PaaS Delivery Leadership Federal Cybersecurity & Compliance Awareness Strategic Program Leadership & Governance Executive Stakeholder Engagement & Influence Collaboration, Mentorship, and Talent Development Bring out your best SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.
We win with inclusion SAPs culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone regardless of background feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.
SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Careers@sap.com.
For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program , according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training.
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. Compensation Range Transparency
: SAPbelieves the value of pay transparency contributes towards an honest and supportive culture and is a significant step toward demonstrating SAPs commitment to pay equity. SAP provides the annualized compensation range inclusive of base salary and variable incentive target for the career level applicable to the posted role. The targeted combined range for this position is 220200 - 374200(USD)USD.The actual amount to be offered to the successful candidatewill be within that range, dependent upon the key aspects of each case which may include education, skills,experience, scope ofthe role, location, etc. as determinedthrough theselection process. Any SAP variable incentive includes a targeted dollar amount and any actual payout amount is dependent on company and personal performance. Please reference this link for a summary of SAP benefits and eligibility requirements: SAP North America Benefits .
Please note that any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process.
Requisition ID: 434973 | Work Area: Information Technology | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid
Requisition ID: 434973 Posted Date: Aug 28, 2025 Work Area: Information Technology Employment Type: Regular Full Time Expected Travel: 0 - 10% Location: Herndon, VA, US, 20171
Nearest Major Market:
Washington DC Job Segment:
Program Manager, SAP, Information Technology, IT Manager, Cloud, Management, Technology #J-18808-Ljbffr
We help the world run better At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed. SAP NS2 Program Manager of Technology Strategy and Enablement SAP is the global market leader for business software and related services. SAP National Security Services Inc. (SAP NS2) is an independent U.S. subsidiary of SAP. At SAP NS2, we leverage best-in-breed technologies engineered by SAP to protect the lives, assets, and information of Americans. We offer SAP solutions with specialized levels of security and support to meet the requirements of U.S. national security and critical infrastructure customers. This position requires access to customer data. Must be a U.S. citizen; SAP NS2 does not offer Visa sponsorships for this role. Position Overview The Program Manager of Technology Strategy and Enablement will lead the strategic alignment, governance, and enablement of SAP NS2s S/4HANA Private Cloud, SaaS, and PaaS initiatives under one unified operating model. This individual drive technology vision, roadmap execution, internal IT enablement, and enterprise-wide AI adoption to ensure NS2s platforms and services meet customer, mission, and U.S. security requirements. This position will report directly to the Senior Leader within Office of CTO and act as a strategic advisor and enabler, ensuring technology initiatives are aligned with business priorities, SAP global direction, and internal IT transformation. Key Responsibilities Define and communicate NS2s technology strategy across S/4HANA Private Cloud, SaaS, PaaS, and internal IT systems. Lead internal IT business enablement by modernizing core platforms, streamlining business processes, and driving automation. Champion enterprise-wide AI adoption, enabling both customer-facing platforms and internal operations to leverage AI/ML for productivity, decision support, and mission outcomes. Build technology enablement playbooks and roadmaps that integrate cybersecurity, DevSecOps, AI, and cloud delivery best practices. Ensure that all technology initiatives comply with federal security, accreditation, and mission assurance standards. Strategic Program Leadership Oversee multi-product and cross-business strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with NS2s growth and customer requirements. Manage budgets, investments, and resource allocations for technology transformation programs. Establish governance models for measuring outcomes, KPIs, and return on technology investments. Integrate NS2 initiatives with SAP global strategy (RISE with SAP, GROW with SAP, and AI-enabled PaaS innovation). Stakeholder Engagement & Leadership Serve as a trusted advisor to senior executives, IT leaders, and customer stakeholders. Drive cross-functional collaboration across engineering, IT, operations, and business units. Represent NS2 in executive strategy forums, steering committees, and AI adoption councils. Qualifications 15+ years of experience in technology strategy, IT transformation, or enterprise SaaS/cloud delivery. 10+ years in leadership roles with accountability for technology enablement and business IT systems. Proven expertise in S/4HANA Private Cloud, SaaS, and PaaS platforms, with experience in security-accredited delivery models. Demonstrated success in AI/ML strategy and adoption, both in platform delivery and internal IT modernization. Bachelors degree in engineering, Computer Science, or Information Technology (masters preferred). Years of exprience may be used in lieu of a degree. Excellent executive communication and presentation skills; ability to drive alignment with data-driven insights. Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance that requires US citizenship. Core Competencies Internal IT Modernization & Business Enablement S/4HANA Private Cloud, SaaS, and PaaS Delivery Leadership Federal Cybersecurity & Compliance Awareness Strategic Program Leadership & Governance Executive Stakeholder Engagement & Influence Collaboration, Mentorship, and Talent Development Bring out your best SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.
We win with inclusion SAPs culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone regardless of background feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.
SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Careers@sap.com.
For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program , according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training.
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. Compensation Range Transparency
: SAPbelieves the value of pay transparency contributes towards an honest and supportive culture and is a significant step toward demonstrating SAPs commitment to pay equity. SAP provides the annualized compensation range inclusive of base salary and variable incentive target for the career level applicable to the posted role. The targeted combined range for this position is 220200 - 374200(USD)USD.The actual amount to be offered to the successful candidatewill be within that range, dependent upon the key aspects of each case which may include education, skills,experience, scope ofthe role, location, etc. as determinedthrough theselection process. Any SAP variable incentive includes a targeted dollar amount and any actual payout amount is dependent on company and personal performance. Please reference this link for a summary of SAP benefits and eligibility requirements: SAP North America Benefits .
Please note that any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process.
Requisition ID: 434973 | Work Area: Information Technology | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid
Requisition ID: 434973 Posted Date: Aug 28, 2025 Work Area: Information Technology Employment Type: Regular Full Time Expected Travel: 0 - 10% Location: Herndon, VA, US, 20171
Nearest Major Market:
Washington DC Job Segment:
Program Manager, SAP, Information Technology, IT Manager, Cloud, Management, Technology #J-18808-Ljbffr