Live from SAPinsider Las Vegas 2025: An Interview with Mariano Nunez of Onapsis
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⇨ The transition of SAP applications to the cloud presents significant security challenges, particularly in understanding the shared security responsibility model between SAP and its customers, especially in private cloud scenarios.
⇨ There is a notable increase in cyber threats targeting SAP systems, driven by their critical nature within organizations and the subsequent rise in ransomware incidents. This makes it crucial for organizations to maintain robust security measures and awareness.
⇨ As AI becomes more integrated within SAP systems, there is a critical need for security professionals with expertise in both SAP and cybersecurity. This presents a career opportunity for individuals with an SAP background to transition into cybersecurity roles.
In this episode of the SAPinsider Las Vegas 2025 podcast, host Robert Holland speaks with Mariano Nunez, CEO and co-founder of Onapsis, about the evolving cybersecurity landscape for SAP customers. Nunez shares key challenges organizations face in securing SAP applications—especially during cloud migrations like RISE with SAP—highlighting the confusion around shared security responsibilities between SAP and its customers. He emphasizes the importance of visibility, automation, and expert guidance to build secure-by-design cloud environments and ensure compliance. The conversation also explores the surge in cyber threats targeting SAP systems, the growing role of AI in both offensive and defensive security strategies, and the critical need for specialized SAP cybersecurity expertise. Nunez encourages SAP professionals to expand their skills into cybersecurity, noting the career opportunities emerging at this intersection. He also discusses Onapsis’ unique role as a cybersecurity partner with an SAP-endorsed app and the value of people, processes, and partnerships in creating comprehensive security solutions.
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