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Bernhard Bowitz

Senior Security Architect

Bernhard Bowitz
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Wiesbaden, Germany

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Feb 2025 - Jun 2025
5 months
Germany

Senior Security Architect

Intermediate Beratung

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Position Summary
Senior Security Architect at Intermediate Beratung
Industries
Information Technology
Business Areas
Information Technology
  • Consulting on an ongoing IT security architecture project
  • Documenting past progress and planning next steps
  • Applying and implementing the BSI IT baseline protection
  • Building and maintaining security management systems
  • Applying the ISO 27001 standard series
  • Integrating ITIL processes into security architectures
  • Collaborating with public clients, regulatory authorities and internal and external service providers
Jul 2024 - Dec 2024
6 months
Germany

Security Consultant / Project Manager

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Position Summary
Security Consultant / Project Manager
Industries
Information Technology
Professional Services
Business Areas
Information Technology
Project Management
  • Securing a large Europe-wide network in a VS-NfD project in the KRITIS sector
  • Consulting, planning, review and documentation
  • Technical consulting in the network area including migration planning, segmentation and IP harmonization
  • Support in the regular operation of the security infrastructure based on BSI C5 and BSI 200-2
  • Focus on SIEM and SOC platforms and generating use cases and playbooks
  • Identifying, planning and independently implementing projects to improve the security infrastructure
  • Technical, hands-on project management and leading internal teams
  • Compliance with VS-NfD requirements and VSA classification regulations
Jan 2023 - Apr 2024
1 year 4 months
Germany

Project Manager / Consultant

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Position Summary
Project Manager / Consultant
Industries
Information Technology
Business Areas
Information Technology
Project Management
  • Consulting, planning and hands-on project management for a closed on-premises high-security network
  • Focus on BSI, VS-NfD, VSA, ITSCM as well as SOC, SIEM and ISMS/KRITIS in OT/IoT
  • Technical consulting in the network and data center area
  • Support in the regular operation of security infrastructure and LAN/WAN environment
  • Development of use cases and playbooks on the Splunk platform
  • Implementing security infrastructure projects in the existing data center
  • Development and ongoing updates of the GENU VPN architecture
  • Architecture and development work in Windows and Linux environments
  • Network segmentation as well as testing and extending the LAN/WLAN environment
  • Reviewing and updating the HPE/Aruba switching platform and gateway
  • Introducing EDR (endpoint security) and DriveLock encryption
  • Improving email security with DLP and ProofPoint
  • SharePoint project management and reporting to C-level and board of directors
  • Leading the IT security department and coordinating vendors and service providers
Sep 2022 - Jan 2023
5 months
Germany

Project Manager / Consultant

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Position Summary
Project Manager / Consultant
Industries
Healthcare
Business Areas
Information Technology
Procurement
Project Management
  • Consulting on the architecture of an on-premises hospital network
  • Renewing the network to the current B3S security standard
  • Managing infrastructure services like DNS, DHCP and RDP
  • Advising on security regulations in the healthcare sector
  • Implementing a SIEM and SOC platform
  • Consulting on tendering and implementation for a closed high-security network
Jan 2022 - Aug 2022
8 months
Germany

Project Manager

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Position Summary
Project Manager
Industries
Aerospace and Defense
Information Technology
Government and Administration
Business Areas
Information Technology
Operations
Project Management
  • Architecture, design and implementation of a complete rebuild of a third-party connection platform and data gateway
  • Supporting several thousand users in the VS-NfD environment at NATO security level
  • Integration of Deep Security Enterprise solutions such as Opswat, Infodas and S-Dot
  • Documentation and vulnerability analysis in the IoT/OT domain
  • Implementing IAM/PAM/LDAP in the government network following BSI KRITIS requirements
  • Developing connection solutions like Thin Client, SINA, Terminal Services and ReCoBS
  • Requirement analysis for data gateways and SOC platforms with Splunk
  • Script development with PowerShell, VBS, Batch and Ansible
  • Managing the BCM-GRC HiScout Suite
  • Compliance with the Classification Regulations (VSA) as well as EU and NATO requirements
  • Conducting training workshops and preparing audited project documentation
Nov 2020 - Jan 2022
1 year 3 months
Germany

Network Architect

Expertise details
Position Summary
Network Architect
Industries
Information Technology
Business Areas
Information Technology
  • Network architecture based on BSI IT baseline protection for on-premises environments
  • Design and rebuild of a SIEM (Splunk, Wazuh) and planning of SOAR/SOC/CDC as well as IAM/PAM
  • Development of a cyber security strategy for on-premises and cloud
  • Support of the DriveLock implementation from design to production
  • Build and design of a geo-redundant data center
  • Introduction of Elastic SIEM with Siemplify SOAR
  • Container management with Kubernetes
  • Analysis of security events and incident response planning
  • Introduction of IAM/PAM tools such as CyberArk REST API, Omada and Saviynt
  • Configuration of Stormshield and Cisco firewalls in separate private networks
  • Rollout of TrendMicro Deep Security servers and agents
Jul 2020 - Oct 2020
4 months
Singapore

Technical Pre-Sales Lead

ERP/ SCM System Singapore Pte

Expertise details
Position Summary
Technical Pre-Sales Lead at ERP/ SCM System Singapore Pte
Industries
Information Technology
Business Areas
Information Technology
Product Development
Sales
  • Preparation of a blockchain-based security platform (PAM/IAM/SIEM/SOC/SOAR)
  • Leading the sales team and technical training
  • Architecture and customized concepts for new clients
  • Creating proposals and technical support during implementation
  • Development based on blockchain technology and Wazuh
Apr 2020 - Oct 2020
7 months
Singapore

Development Lead

SecureScrypt Team

Expertise details
Position Summary
Development Lead at SecureScrypt Team
Industries
Information Technology
Business Areas
Information Technology
Product Development
  • Development of a cloud management platform with a payment gateway for SaaS sales
  • Architecture of a private cloud with no connection to AWS or Azure
  • Development of the SentosaXchange payment gateway for marketplace transactions
  • Implementation of Splunk as a security platform, including SOC use cases and playbooks
  • Integration of IAM and PAM services
  • Training staff in cloud service administration
Feb 2020 - Aug 2021
1 year 7 months
Germany

Project Manager / Consultant

Expertise details
Position Summary
Project Manager / Consultant
Industries
Aerospace and Defense
Information Technology
Business Areas
Information Technology
Project Management
  • Integrator of a complete EPM, IAM, PAM, PSM, and Vault system, onboarding 64 AWS environments in a military environment
  • Setup of a system with security gateways, HSM, DDI, and PKI
  • Implementation of BSI and BMWi guidelines to NATO level
  • Setup of an endpoint security solution with DriveLock
  • Migration and implementation from BeyondTrust to CyberArk REST API
  • Administration of RHEL OpenShift and integration of the OMADA IAM/PAM Identity Suite
  • Script development with PowerShell, VBS, Batch, and Ansible
  • Migration of CyberArk environments from version 10.x to 11.x
Jan 2020 - Dec 2023
4 years
Singapore

Security Developer

SecureScrypt Pte. Ltd.

Expertise details
Position Summary
Security Developer at SecureScrypt Pte. Ltd.
Industries
Banking and Finance
Information Technology
Business Areas
Information Technology
Product Development
  • Development of a blockchain security framework
  • Implementation of encryption using QKD (Quantum Key Distribution) over fiber optics between two data centers
  • High-security development for financial applications
Apr 2019 - Oct 2019
7 months
Braunschweig, Germany

Lead Project Manager / Consultant

Expertise details
Position Summary
Lead Project Manager / Consultant
Industries
Automotive
Business Areas
Information Technology
Project Management
  • Cyber security in embedded automotive platforms
  • Planning and implementation of CyberArk (EPM, PAM, PSM), IAM, and SIEM/SOC
  • Container management with Kubernetes
  • Integration of the OMADA (OIS) IAM/PAM Identity Suite
  • Conducting penetration tests with Wireshark and Aircrack
  • Budget planning and negotiations with vendors
Jan 2019 - Mar 2020
1 year 3 months
Germany

Sub-project Consultant

Expertise details
Position Summary
Sub-project Consultant
Industries
Aerospace and Defense
Transportation
Business Areas
Information Technology
Procurement
Sales
  • Introduction of SOC/SOAR platforms including Siemplify, Splunk, and Wazuh
  • Technical consulting, planning, and implementation in the aviation and logistics sectors
  • Pre-sales design and vendor management
  • Introduction of business continuity processes (ITSCM) and ISMS in critical infrastructure (KRITIS)
  • Conducting penetration tests in the Azure cloud environment
  • Creating scripts with PowerShell and documentation in an agile environment
Sep 2018 - Mar 2019
7 months
Frankfurt, Germany

Project Manager / Technical Project Manager

Expertise details
Position Summary
Project Manager / Technical Project Manager
Industries
Banking and Finance
Information Technology
Business Areas
Information Technology
Project Management
  • Design and implementation of a Europe-wide security system for the ECB 4CB network
  • Integration and customization to BAIT and MaRisk requirements
  • Integration of HiScout GRC within the BSI IT baseline protection
  • Cloud operation with QRadar, NexPose, and TheHive
  • Planning penetration tests with Burp Suite and Metasploit
  • Preparation for cloud migration to Azure and AWS
Nov 2017 - Oct 2018
1 year
Germany

Global Project Manager

Expertise details
Position Summary
Global Project Manager
Industries
Information Technology
Business Areas
Information Technology
Project Management
  • Architecture, planning, and integration of DLP, ATP, EDR, and Anti-DDoS systems
  • Implementation of ISMS, SIEM, and SOC
  • Preparation for cloud migration with Splunk in an agile environment
  • Introduction of the OMADA IAM platform for cloud environments
  • Development of a blockchain security infrastructure
  • Design and rollout of the Azure cloud migration
  • Management of system integrators and vendors
May 2017 - Apr 2018
1 year
Germany

Security Compliance Consultant

Deutsche Bank

Expertise details
Position Summary
Security Compliance Consultant at Deutsche Bank
Industries
Banking and Finance
Business Areas
Audit
Information Technology
  • Development of an ISMS concept in compliance with GDPR
  • Participation in the development of a global network of approx. 25,000 servers
  • Development of a SIEM based on Splunk and HP ArcSight
  • Application of patch and update processes in mainframe, Unix, and Linux environments
  • Endpoint security management with IBM BigFix and Tanium
  • Conducting penetration tests in wireless and cloud networks
  • Reorganization of admin rights (AMR4V)
Sep 2016 - Apr 2017
8 months
Germany

Senior Enterprise Security Architect

Expertise details
Position Summary
Senior Enterprise Security Architect
Industries
Information Technology
Business Areas
Information Technology
  • Documentation and implementation of security requirements according to BSI 100 Basic Protection and ISO 27XXX
  • Consulting on 3G/5G network security and risk analysis
  • Designing a SOC/ISMS and developing a VMware concept (SaaS)
  • Using automation tools like Ansible and Terraform
  • Creating cryptography solutions for mobile environments and documenting embedded software
Jul 2016 - Aug 2016
2 months
Germany

Consultant / Trainer

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Position Summary
Consultant / Trainer
Industries
Information Technology
Professional Services
Business Areas
Information Technology
  • Developing training concepts for IT security based on BSI Basic Protection and ISO 27001
  • Conducting workshops on SOC and SIEM
  • Designing defense measures against targeted attacks
  • Performing penetration tests and security analyses with Wireshark
  • Consulting on securing firewalls and VPN gateways
Feb 2016 - Jul 2016
6 months
Germany

Consultant / Team Member

Expertise details
Position Summary
Consultant / Team Member
Industries
Telecommunication
Business Areas
Information Technology
Procurement
  • Expanding and securing the GSM-R network and planning the transition to LTE
  • Implementing an ISMS under BSI Basic Protection and ITSig
  • Building a SOC/SIEM including use-case and playbook frameworks
  • Threat analysis according to ISO 27001 and BNA 109
  • Risk and change management as well as vendor management
Sep 2015 - Feb 2016
6 months
Germany

Team Member / Project Manager

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Position Summary
Team Member / Project Manager
Industries
Information Technology
Business Areas
Information Technology
Project Management
  • Migrating and expanding the data center and rebuilding the facility
  • Connecting to black fiber and system analysis
  • Structuring the SOC and expanding the SIEM
  • Installing PKI components and working with hardware security modules (SINA, SafeNet)
  • Migrating from SSL-SHA1 to SHA-2 and ADS patching
  • Risk and residual risk analysis for high-availability networks
Feb 2009 - Sep 2015
6 years 8 months
Singapore

Technical Director

Neoi Pte. Ltd.

Expertise details
Position Summary
Technical Director at Neoi Pte. Ltd.
Industries
Aerospace and Defense
Information Technology
Business Areas
Information Technology
Product Development
Project Management
  • Software and hardware development as well as PCB layout
  • Developing security concepts for Windows and Unix environments
  • Developing modern encryption for military and government sectors
  • Developing TV and payment applications for Android and iOS
  • Managing an international team of over 100 developers
  • Implementing a network security platform with SINA and AVDA
  • Securing clouds with PKI-based security
Jan 2005 - Jan 2009
4 years 1 month
Hong Kong

Senior Systems Engineer / Manager

PIC Pte. Ltd.

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Position Summary
Senior Systems Engineer / Manager at PIC Pte. Ltd.
Industries
Information Technology
Telecommunication
Business Areas
Information Technology
  • Management of 200 technical staff in Hong Kong, China and South America
  • Design of new IT security and network solutions
  • Design and implementation of IP/VoIP systems for service providers
  • IT risk management, analysis and delivery of training
Jan 2000 - Dec 2000
1 year
Hong Kong

VP IT / Head of Asia Pacific Group

Credit Suisse First Boston

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Position Summary
VP IT / Head of Asia Pacific Group at Credit Suisse First Boston
Industries
Banking and Finance
Business Areas
Information Technology
  • Global engineering and infrastructure support team leadership
  • Analysis of existing networks for security risks
  • Development of new risk solutions and migration of systems to Windows
Germany

Senior Systems Engineer

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Position Summary
Senior Systems Engineer
Industries
Banking and Finance
Telecommunication
Business Areas
Information Technology
Product Development
  • Planning of 5G mobile networks following security standards such as 3GPP
  • Installation of terminal server networks for Swiss banking groups
  • Experience in packet protocol as a basis for GSM systems
  • Development of encrypted mobile devices and satellite phones
Singapore

SVP

Goldtron Group Singapore Pte. Ltd.

Expertise details
Position Summary
SVP at Goldtron Group Singapore Pte. Ltd.
Industries
Telecommunication
Business Areas
Product Development
Project Management
  • Head of the Singapore development group and main coordinator of the Hong Kong team
  • Design of the MXI platform for combined mobile and VoIP services
  • Installation of the first VoIP network in Malaysia
Hong Kong

Interim CTO

Lintux Hong Kong Ltd.

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Position Summary
Interim CTO at Lintux Hong Kong Ltd.
Industries
Information Technology
Manufacturing
Business Areas
Product Development
Sales
Supply Chain Management
  • Acquisition of new clients and order coordination with Chinese factories
  • Training of technical staff and technology transfer
  • Development of IP systems
Hong Kong

Senior Consultant

Merrill Lynch International Inc.

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Position Summary
Senior Consultant at Merrill Lynch International Inc.
Industries
Banking and Finance
Business Areas
Business Intelligence
Information Technology
Product Development
  • Network migration from Novell to Windows and Transaction Server
  • Development of investment applications for stock market monitoring
  • Integration of Reuters and Bloomberg live feeds
  • Implementation of the first security requirements for banks in the investment area
Hong Kong

Contract Engineer

PIC Intl. Hong Kong

Expertise details
Position Summary
Contract Engineer at PIC Intl. Hong Kong
Industries
Telecommunication
Business Areas
Operations
Product Development
Project Management
  • Project implementations in Iraq, Lebanon, Syria and Saudi Arabia
  • Installation of complete radio communication networks
  • Development of the first encrypted satellite phone
Las Vegas, United States

RF Development Engineer

Pathcom Inc.

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Position Summary
RF Development Engineer at Pathcom Inc.
Industries
Telecommunication
Business Areas
Operations
Product Development
  • Development of CB and UHF radio systems
  • Oversight of manufacturing in the USA and Japan
  • Development of the first Asia-made radio synthesizer and UHF transceivers
Taipei, Taiwan, Province of China

Developer

Taitoma Group

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Position Summary
Developer at Taitoma Group
Industries
Information Technology
Manufacturing
Business Areas
Information Technology
Product Development
Project Management
  • Design and development of software and hardware for Asian manufacturers
  • Implementation of project management methods and strategic leadership
  • Development of IT security and risk mitigation solutions

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Experienced in Information Technology, Aerospace and Defense, Banking and Finance, Telecommunication, Transportation, and Professional Services.

Information Technology
Aerospace and Defense
Banking and Finance
Telecommunication
Transportation
Professional Services
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Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Information Technology, Project Management, Product Development, Procurement, Sales, and Audit.

Information Technology
Project Management
Product Development
Procurement
Sales
Audit
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Summary

More than 30 years of experience as a technical IT engineer, project manager and sales analyst—see full CV for details.

For over 15 years I have specialized in digital (cyber) security and bring deep technical and consulting expertise in highly sensitive areas such as VS-NfD, NATO security projects, aviation security (LSÜ2) and government IT security. I am Ü2 certified and have extensive experience with BSI courses and international standards (ISO 27001, NIST, ENISA).

I have designed, proposed, developed and hands-on implemented multiple VSA-compliant security solutions for data processing up to the "SECRET" classification level—in both consulting and technical roles.

Skills

Support Clients In Finding The Right Business And Technology Solutions As A Consultant Designing Cutting-edge Security Architectures.

Expert In Classification Regulations (Vsa), Especially The Four Classification Levels: Vs-nfd, Confidential, Secret, Top Secret.

Core Topics:

  • Secure Hardware Development (Layer 2 Network Devices, Mobile Security Solutions)
  • Security Architectures Following Vs-nfd Guidelines
  • Development And Hardening Of Mobile Platforms (Smartphones, Tablets)
  • Vulnerability Analysis And Implementation Of Protections
  • More Than 15 Years Of Experience As An Analyst In It, Ot, Etc.
  • Ot – Managing Physical Operations
  • Iot – Bridging Physical Devices (Ot) To Digital Systems (It)
  • Kritis – Critical Infrastructures Including It And Telecom, Finance And Insurance, Energy (Electricity, Gas, Oil, District Heating), Public Sector, Military Environment
  • Vsa – Classification Regulations For The Four Classification Levels

Technical Strengths & Technological Expertise – Consulting & Technical Implementation (Selection):

  • Many Years Of Experience As A Certified Security Consultant (Bsi 100–200, C5, Vsa Isms, Grc, Bcm, Hiscout Suite)
  • Implementing Kritis With An Isms In Risk Management To Ensure The Joint Security Goals Of Availability, Confidentiality And Integrity Of Information And Systems
  • Hands-on Project Management And Technical Implementation In Soc, Siem, Soar (Splunk, Ibm Qradar, Exabeam, Thehive, Cortex, Arcsight)
  • Use Of Drivelock (Edr, Device & Application Control), Cyberark Epm, Pam, Psm, Beyondtrust, Zscaler, And More
  • Consulting On Processing Classified Information Under Vs-nfd Criteria (National & International)
  • Architecture And Implementation Of It Security Solutions In Government Environments (Germany, Nato, Eu, Usa, Embassies)
  • Kritis – The Critical Infrastructures That Need Special Protection From Cyber Attacks And System Failures To Ensure Stability And Safety Of Society

Iam & Pam Expertise:

  • Implementation Of Abac/rbac Solutions In Conjunction With Identity & Access Management (Iam)
  • Development Of Secure Access Architectures For Cloud And Devops Environments (E.g. Cyberark Rest Api, Empowerid, Saviynt)
  • Planning And Integration Of Pki, Ssl Certificates, Hsm, Ms Ndes, Safenet, And More

Project Experience & Roles (Skill Foci):

  • Project Management, Pmo, Agile Coach, Technical Project Manager (Hands-on), Security Consultant
  • Development Of Secure Products (Hardware And Software), Including Mobile Border Scanners, Fingerprint Solutions, Sim Card–based Authentication
  • Client Focus: Public Sector, Military, Government Agencies, Banks, Insurance, Automotive, Energy And Transport

Industry Know-how & Regulations:

  • Finance Sector: Dora, Bait, Vait, Risk And Compliance Management, Incident Response
  • Industry & Military: Itscm, Network Security, Vs-nfd, Nato Standards, Bsi Basic Protection
  • E-government: E-banking, Secure Digital Identities, Smartcard Authentication

Technology Stack (Selection):

  • Security Tools: Splunk, Arcsight, Qradar, Wazuh, Exabeam, Thehive, Cortex, Misp, Nexpose, Zalert
  • Penetration Testing: Wireshark, Metasploit, Acunetix, Burp Suite, Aircrack
  • Cloud Platforms: Aws, Azure, Strato, Telekom Cloud – Incl. Cloud Security & Migration
  • Scripting & Programming: Powershell, Batch, Vbs, Java, C++, Sql, .Net
  • Os & Infrastructure: Windows Server (2003–2022), Linux/unix, Rhel/openshift, Oracle
  • Protocols & Architecture: Vlan, Ngw, Ddi, Pap Structures, Secure Segmentation
  • Blockchain & Quantum Security: Own Platform Developments & Research Since 2020

Soft Skills & Working Style:

  • Analytical And Structured Approach
  • Strategic Thinking With A Focus On Execution
  • Expert-level Technical Understanding
  • Team Leadership Up To 80 People, International & Remote
  • Excellent Documentation, Training And Presentation Skills

Hardware Competence (25+ Years Experience) – Security Hardware & Biometrics:

  • Developed The First Portable Android-based Passport Scanner With Integrated Multi-fingerprint Recognition For Border Control, Police, Bka And Banks
  • Developed Patented Biometric Systems Based On Fingerprint Recognition (E.g. Nurugo Technology)
  • Integrated Secure Sim And Sd Cards For Passwordless Authentication In Mobile And Stationary Security Applications

Embedded Systems & Cryptography:

  • Experience In Designing And Implementing Security-critical Embedded Hardware With Hardware-based Encryption Mechanisms (Aes-256, Diffie-hellman, Quantum Ready)
  • Research And Development In Quantum Computing–based Encryption (Since 2020)

Security Components & Interfaces:

  • Development And Integration Of Nfc And Smartcard Technology
  • High-security Solutions For Transactions (Uaf, Biometric)
  • Hardware Security Modules (Hsm) & Key Management Systems (Kms)
  • Pap Architectures (Packet Filters, Application Layer Gateway)

Production & Technical Implementation:

  • Lead Prototype Development, Production Control And Documentation Of Security-critical Hardware
  • Rollout Of Security-certified Devices In Cooperation With Government, Military And Civilian Organizations Worldwide

Software And Technology Competence – Cloud & Infrastructure:

  • Planning, Architecture And Migration Of Cloud Environments (Aws, Azure, Strato, Telekom Cloud)
  • Building Secure Cloud Platforms With Marketplace Integration For Cloud Services (Xaas, Saas, Iaas)
  • Virtualization And Automation Solutions (Vmware Vrealize, Vmware Cloud Foundation, Ansible)

Cybersecurity Solutions:

  • Siem/soc/edr: Splunk, Ibm Qradar, Exabeam, Hpe Arcsight, Elk/elastic Siem, Thehive, Cortex, Nexpose, Misp
  • Endpoint Security: Fireeye, Sophos, Trendmicro, Drivelock (Device Control, Application Control, Encryption)
  • Iam & Pam: Empowerid, Cyberark, Beyondtrust, Saviynt, Psm, Pvwa, Cpm, Abac/rbac Integration, Epm, Pam, Psm
  • Pki & Certificate Management: Ms Ndes, Safenet, Ssl/tls, Hsm Integration

Network & Security:

  • Network Analysis And Segmentation: Vlan, Ngw, Ddi, Pap Architecture
  • Penetration Testing: Metasploit, Burp Suite, Acunetix, Aircrack, Wireshark
  • Security Architectures For Classification Levels: Vs-nfd, Vsa, Nato Secret/restricted, Usa/tc Standards

Software Development & Scripting:

  • Languages: Java, C++, .Net, Sql, Json
  • Scripting: Powershell, Vbs, Batch
  • Source Code Analysis, Extensions, Adaptations & Fixes
  • Version Control & Devops: Git, Gitlab, Ci/cd Integration

Standards & Regulations:

  • Iso/iec 27001, Bsi 200-2, Bsi C5, Nist, Enisa, Gdpr, Dora, Bait, Vait
  • Emergency Management According To Bsi 100-4
  • Risk Management, Grc, Business Continuity Management (Bcm)
  • 5g Security Tools, Palo Alto Networks, Zscaler Zero-trust, Cisco, Fortinet, Proofpoint

Roles & Responsibilities In Projects – Project Leadership & Management:

  • Project Manager/pmo For Complex It And Security Projects With Up To 80 Team Members – Local And International (Remote/on-site)
  • Responsible For Project Planning, Budget, Schedule, Quality And Risk Control
  • Applying Agile Methods (Scrum, Kanban, Safe), Certified In Jira & Atlassian Suite

Consulting & Technical Expertise:

  • Enterprise Security Consultant Focusing On High-security Requirements In Government/military And Industrial Environments
  • Analysis And Evaluation Of Existing Security Architectures
  • Development Of Tailored Security Solutions According To International Standards
  • Point Of Contact For Classified Information Processes (Vs-nfd, Nato, Eu, Usa, Embassies)

Security Operations & Incident Response:

  • Setup And Operation Of Siem And Soc Environments Including Use Case Development, Playbooks, Escalation Chains
  • Consulting And Technical Implementation Of Soar Automation (Splunk, Cortex Etc.)
  • Vulnerability Management & Assessment Including Cdc Interface And Incident Documentation

Product Development & Innovation:

  • Development Of New Security Products (Hardware & Software) From Concept To Market Launch
  • Technical And Commercial Leadership In Pre-sales And Sales Situations
  • Supporting Research Teams With Trend Analysis And Market Introductions For Innovative It Security Solutions

Languages

German
Advanced
Spanish
Advanced
Chinese
Advanced
English
Intermediate

Education

Philipp Reitz Polytechnic

Diploma in Engineering · Frankfurt, Germany

Humanistic Gymnasium Wiesbaden

Wiesbaden, Germany · 1.1

TU Darmstadt

Electrical engineering, electronics, mathematics, physics · Darmstadt, Germany

...and 2 more

Certifications & licenses

AISP

BSI 100 / BSI 200 / C5 certification

BSI C5

BSI Basic Protection

CISA

CISM

CISSP

ISO/IEC 27001 & 20001

ISO27001

ITILv3

MCP

Prince2

Ü2 / LSÜ2

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 29
Experience in Information Technology 18 y
Avg length 11 m
Longest experience 6 y 7 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 5 (Germany, Singapore, Hong Kong, United States, Taiwan, Province of China)
Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Senior Security Architect, Security Consultant / Project Manager, Project Manager / Consultant
Main industries Information Technology, Aerospace and Defense, Banking and Finance
Main business areas Information Technology, Project Management, Product Development

Qualifications

Highest degree Doctorate
Certifications earned 13

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Where is Bernhard based?

Bernhard is based in Wiesbaden, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Bernhard speak?

Bernhard speaks the following languages: German (Advanced), Spanish (Advanced), Chinese (Advanced), English (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Bernhard have?

Bernhard has at least 21 years of experience. During this time, Bernhard has worked in at least 20 different roles and for 8 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 11 months. Note that Bernhard may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Bernhard be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Bernhard would be well-suited for roles such as: Senior Security Architect, Security Consultant / Project Manager, Project Manager / Consultant.

What is Bernhard's latest experience?

Bernhard's most recent position is Senior Security Architect at Intermediate Beratung.

What companies has Bernhard worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Bernhard has worked for Intermediate Beratung and SecureScrypt Pte. Ltd..

Which industries is Bernhard most experienced in?

Bernhard is most experienced in industries like Information Technology, Aerospace and Defense, and Banking and Finance. Bernhard also has some experience in Telecommunication, Transportation, and Government and Administration.

Which business areas is Bernhard most experienced in?

Bernhard is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology, Project Management, and Product Development. Bernhard also has some experience in Procurement, Sales, and Audit.

Which industries has Bernhard worked in recently?

Bernhard has recently worked in industries like Information Technology, Banking and Finance, and Aerospace and Defense.

Which business areas has Bernhard worked in recently?

Bernhard has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology, Project Management, and Product Development.

What is Bernhard's education?

Bernhard holds a Doctorate in Telecommunication from Princeton University and a Bachelor from Philipp Reitz Polytechnic.

Does Bernhard have any certificates?

Bernhard has 13 certificates. Among them, these include: AISP, BSI 100 / BSI 200 / C5 certification, and BSI C5.

What is the availability of Bernhard?

Bernhard is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Bernhard?

Bernhard's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.

How to hire Bernhard?

To hire Bernhard, click the Meet button on the profile to request a meeting and discuss your project needs.

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Market avg: 810-970 €
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