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About the certification
What the DSB means
A Datenschutzbeauftragter (DSB) is responsible for guiding an organization through data protection rules and turning legal duties into practical routines. In English search, companies often look for a Data Protection Officer, DPO, or German DSB when they need support with GDPR compliance, policies, and oversight.
Core responsibilities
A freelancer with this background is expected to help a company keep personal data under control and show that the business acts responsibly.
- Build and maintain data protection policies and internal guidance
- Review processing activities, notices, and consent flows
- Support records of processing and privacy documentation
- Advise on data subject requests and incident response
- Train teams on safe handling of personal data
Knowledge areas
The role sits at the point where law, operations, and risk management meet. Strong DSB professionals understand GDPR principles, lawful processing, retention, data sharing, security basics, and how to assess vendors and internal workflows. They also know when to escalate issues and how to speak clearly to management, legal teams, and operational staff.
Typical holder profile
Companies usually bring in a DSB freelancer when they need a trusted privacy specialist who can work independently and communicate clearly. In Berlin, this can matter for international startups, agencies, SaaS firms, and scale-ups that handle employee, customer, or marketing data and need support in English and German. Many holders come from legal, compliance, security, or privacy operations backgrounds.
What it tells a company
When a profile shows Datenschutzbeauftragter (DSB), it signals practical privacy oversight, not just theory. It suggests the person can structure responsibilities, spot weak processes, and support audits or internal reviews without needing constant direction. For companies, that is useful when data protection work is urgent, sensitive, or spread across several teams.
When to engage one
A DSB freelancer is a strong fit for privacy gaps, new product launches, vendor reviews, policy updates, internal training, and support after a data incident. They are also useful when a company needs an external or interim data protection officer, or when internal staff need hands-on guidance on German and EU privacy obligations.
Meet FRATCH Data Protection Officer (DSB)
Matthias Steinmann
Senior Security Consultant (freelance)
Last position:
Senior Security Consultant (freelance) at DVZ M-V
- ISMS and security concept for the Fabasoft e-file according to BSI 200-1/2, among others
- Structural analysis (A.1), modeling (A.3), and baseline protection checks (A.4)
- Preparation for OWASP penetration test, incident response plan, risk analysis
- DevOps Bitbucket, ARC42, IAM with Keycloak/AD, multi-tenant setup, DMS, SOC
- Emergency preparedness concept (BSI 200-4), operations and service concept (BSK), ITSM
Jörg Hoffmann
Managing Director; Data Protection Officer; Information Security Officer
Last position:
Managing Director; Data Protection Officer; Information Security Officer at Datenschutz24 (brand of Sovestro GmbH)
- Drafting company agreements related to data protection
- Acting as a mediator between business interests and data subject rights in a corporate context
- Process analysis and evaluation regarding data protection and information security implications according to GDPR, BDSG, BSI baseline protection
- Support for information security audits according to ISO 27001
- Implementation of change management processes
- Analysis of IT infrastructure and deriving recommendations
- Expert support in legal proceedings and communication with supervisory authorities
- Preparation of data protection impact assessments (DPIAs) and procedure and processing documentation (VVZ)
- Training on corporate data protection and information security
- Cooperation with law firms in legal proceedings
Jan Kopia
Consultant for Information Security & Auditor
Last position:
Consultant for Information Security & Auditor at Kopiasonsulting GmbH
Operational management of the company: building teams and infrastructure, developing products, analysis and implementation of IT security measures
Project assignments in the IT security environment focusing on establishing blue teaming activities (defensive processes and technologies) to defend against cyber attacks
Conducting red teaming processes, including penetration tests and security analyses for companies
Consulting on setting up Security Operation Centers and implementing SIEM systems, and building Computer Incident Response Teams (CSIRT)
Auditor for ISO 9001 and ISO 27001, § 8a, ISO 27019, § 11 1a EnWG, TISAX
Advising companies in critical infrastructures on information security and compliance with the IT Security Act
Building SIEM/SOC processes and SOC analyst work (Splunk, ELK-Stack)
Integrating data into monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana)
Consulting on BSI IT baseline protection, ISO 9001, ISO 27001, BCM, ITIL and risk management
Security assessments and penetration testing of IT and network architectures
Ina Sekhniashvili
Freelancer
Last position:
Freelancer at Freelance legal projects
Pursued advanced full-time professional development courses in various legal fields.
Supported freelance projects on financial crime compliance, AML frameworks, and AI applications, including automation of document review, legal research, and contract analysis.
Daniel Klose
Digital Strategy Manager
Last position:
Digital Strategy Manager at Germany Trade And Invest GmbH
- Development and implementation of a holistic digital strategy in a federal government-owned company with a global focus
- Coordination of cross-departmental digitization projects with a focus on efficiency, quality, and future readiness in an international environment
- Management of strategic IT projects, including data platforms, cloud solutions, AI applications, and cross-functional software platforms (CRM, ERP)
- Cross-departmental coordination, requirements management, and translation of business needs into IT-strategic viable concepts and procurements
- Leading methodically grounded workshops with interdisciplinary and international teams
- Analysis and optimization of existing process, workflow, and lifecycle structures to increase organizational efficiency
- Building and further developing digital systems, platforms, and services with regard to international audiences, partners, and standards
- Supporting change processes to ensure sustainable implementation
- Introducing agile methods and leadership principles to promote cross-team collaboration, dynamism, and innovation
Deputy Head of Digitalization until the reorganization in December 2024
Deputy Data Protection Officer:
- Establishment and implementation of the processing register and introduction of processes for recording processing activities
- Continuous review of (new) applications and preparation for assessing emerging technology topics with a focus on AI.
Ina Rothe
Consultant
Last position:
Consultant at ALL AML GmbH
- AML consultancy services, including setting up AML risk management, developing policies, procedures and controls, designing and undertaking employee trainings
Tuan Minh Nguyen
Security Consulting Manager
Last position:
Security Consulting Manager at Accenture
- Project management for cyber security and data protection projects in the financial, public and IT sector
- Business development activities and project acquisitions
- Topics: Data Privacy, Information Security Management Systems (ISMS), Privileged Access Management (PAM), Identity and Access Management (IAM), Security Operations Center (SOC)
- Enabled client to drive IAM strategy forward by decommissioning legacy application used for managing entitlements of enterprise users over more than 15 years
- Ensured security and privacy for personal data of more than 64 million residents by leading security workstream for development of vaccination quota monitoring web-application
- Supported expansion of CDN provider's market presence in Europe by comparing data privacy offering with customer requirements and competitors' offerings, and defining 10 now implemented measures
- Awarded distinctive achievement for leading a PAM project after only 6 months at Accenture and selling a follow-on project worth more than €3 million
Markus Willems
KRITIS Consultant
Last position:
KRITIS Consultant at Oil Company
- Preparing an oil company for KRITIS auditing
- KRITIS consulting
- Creating necessary policies, processes, and guidelines in line with KRITIS requirements
- Tools and methodologies used: ISO/IEC 27001, BSI IT Baseline Protection, KRITIS-V
Detlef Zorn
Housing Project Manager
Last position:
Housing Project Manager at Westconnect GmbH
- Establish contact with housing companies in FTTH expansion areas and support customers
- Explain technical concepts and acquire NE3 and NE4 permits
- Provide recommendations to Westconnect on processes and improvements in various problem areas, identifying sources of errors.
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Data Protection Officer (DSB) statistics
Typical experience
21 years
Average project duration
2.6 years
Certifications per freelancer
11
Top business areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Audit
Top industries
Professional Services, Information Technology, Banking and Finance
Most common languages
German, English, French
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
75%
Doctorate
13%
Salary / Daily Rate Distribution
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Average rates for Data Protection Officer (DSB) & Seniority distribution
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The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions in mind? Get key insights about FRATCH
A Datenschutzbeauftragter (DSB) validates practical knowledge of data protection duties and the ability to apply them inside a company. That includes privacy governance, GDPR-informed processes, staff guidance, and the handling of requests or incidents. It is less about memorizing law and more about using it in daily operations.
Yes, in most business contexts DSB refers to the German term for a Data Protection Officer. Companies searching in English may say DPO, while German profiles often use Datenschutzbeauftragter. The role is the same idea: advising on privacy duties and helping keep processing compliant.
The Datenschutzbeauftragter profile fits people who work in privacy, compliance, legal operations, or information security. It is especially relevant for freelancers who advise several clients, support an internal privacy function, or act as an external DSB. Companies usually look for someone who can work independently and communicate clearly with management.
A DSB is more focused on data protection practice than on broad compliance topics. It covers privacy notices, processing records, employee training, incidents, and oversight of data handling across business teams. General compliance knowledge helps, but the DSB profile is specifically about privacy responsibilities.
Most people build toward Datenschutzbeauftragter (DSB) work through experience in privacy, legal, compliance, or security roles. Helpful preparation usually includes solid GDPR understanding, case work with internal policies, and practice advising non-legal teams. Companies should look for someone who can translate rules into simple, workable steps.
A Data Protection Officer profile needs ongoing learning because privacy rules, guidance, and company practices change over time. In practice, that means keeping current with GDPR developments, local interpretations, and new processing models. Strong professionals also refresh their knowledge through regular advisory work and training.
A Datenschutzbeauftragter (DSB) is most useful in projects that touch personal data at scale or with higher risk. That includes product launches, vendor assessments, incident follow-up, policy updates, and internal training. Berlin companies often need this support when they work across German and international teams.
Yes, a DSB can often support a Berlin company remotely, especially for policy work, reviews, and advisory tasks. Some assignments still benefit from on-site meetings, for example when mapping processes with operations, HR, or leadership teams. Many companies use a mix of remote collaboration and occasional local sessions.
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