Matthias Fitzner - Information Security Project Manager

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Leverkusen, Germany

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Experience

Apr 2024 - Present

2 years 7 months

Information Security Project Manager

Deutsche Bahn AG

Introduction of a new Information Security Management System (ISMS) according to ISO/IEC 27001.
Implementation of the RL CySec-Rail cybersecurity directive for cross-border rail networks.

Jul 2023 - Mar 2024

9 months

Defect Management Project Manager

DB InfraGO AG

Structured organization of defect rectification resulting from the introduction of a new reporting and plant system
Establishment of a lessons learned system to optimize future processes.

Apr 2022 - Jun 2023

1 year 3 months

Interim Global Service Director

Harmonization of global service processes in China, India, Russia and the USA.
Establishment of an export control process for spare parts.

Sep 2020 - Dec 2021

1 year 4 months

Consultant / Interim Head of Service

Definition of new service products using Customer Journey Mapping.
Introduction of claims management to optimize complaint processing.

Jan 2019 - Mar 2022

3 years 3 months

External Senior Biopharma Project Manager

Responsibility for GMP-compliant project execution from planning through final acceptance for various projects of international customers

Jan 2017 - Jul 2017

7 months

Interim Director After-Sales Service

Market-oriented pricing for spare parts.
Establishment of proactive service sales with a focus on long-term customer retention.

Jan 2016 - Jun 2017

1 year 6 months

External Project Manager GMP Pharmaceutical Project

Management of a 7-million-euro special project in accordance with GMP guidelines.

Jan 2015 - Dec 2015

1 year

External Manager In-House Sales, Project Management, Marketing

Establishment of a PMO with rolling project controlling
Introduction of a stage-gate process for development projects

May 2014 - Dec 2014

8 months

External Project Manager

Responsibility for the cost- and schedule-compliant execution of various international customer projects from order commencement through SAT

Nov 2012 - Oct 2013

1 year

Interim Head of Sales and After-Sales

Successful negotiation of a major project worth 2,7 Mio. € for the automotive industry.
Introduction of a CRM system to professionalize sales operations.

Jan 2012 - Oct 2012

10 months

Interim Head of Project Management

Set up a professional PMO and optimized the supporting processes for projects (€2–3 million).
Introduced a risk monitoring system and tracked project schedules.
Conducted FAT and SAT acceptance tests and defined interfaces for optimized order fulfillment.

Jul 2011 - Jun 2012

1 year

External SAP Rollout Project Manager

Optimized the SAP system to increase efficiency in project and quotation processing.
Set up a role-based authorization system and implemented quotation creation through SAP-SD.

Jan 2011 - Jun 2011

6 months

Interim Head of Spare Parts Sales

Expanded the spare parts business by switching to active customer support.
Introduced quotation monitoring and updated the After Sales Service GTC.
Increased efficiency in quotation processing by establishing a spare parts classification system and price matrix.

Jan 2010 - Present

16 years 10 months

Various Consulting Projects and Training

Conducted workshops on the fundamentals of communication and intercultural communication.
Supported the setup and expansion of After Sales Service offerings in medium-sized companies.
Developed and implemented optimized contract structures for international sales.
Trained employees in optimizing construction site management.
Conducted seminars on project management topics, including methods such as the V-model and Stage-Gate.

Jan 1999 - Dec 2010

12 years

Solingen, Germany

Head of Modernization and Maintenance Center

Oskar Frech GmbH + Co. KG

Managed the Services business unit for the die-casting industry, focusing on service offerings and modernization projects.
Developed and implemented processes for overhauling die-casting machines (project volume: up to €2 million).
Introduced and successfully implemented certification according to DIN ISO 9001, including process documentation.
Responsible for commercial and technical order clarification as well as contract design in an international environment.

Jan 1998 - Dec 1999

2 years

Head of Sales for Refrigerator Production

Plasttechnik Greiz GmbH

Responsible for sales of production systems for refrigerator manufacturing.
Successfully supported two machine acceptance tests (SAT) in China, including technical support and negotiations with end customers.

Jan 1992 - Dec 1997

6 years

Bonn, Germany

Asia Country Manager

Krupp Kautex Maschinenbau GmbH

Established a joint venture in China for the local production of blow molding machines, including a 15-month assignment.
Localized and adapted German machine designs for the Chinese market.
Sold blow molding machines and blow molding technology in Asia, with a focus on Malaysia, India, China and Vietnam.
Developed intercultural management skills through extensive travel and market knowledge.

Jan 1991 - Dec 1992

2 years

Krefeld, Germany

Head of Packaging Technology

Chemische Fabrik Stockhausen

Planned and implemented new hygienic packaging lines, including the preparation and negotiation of specifications.
Provided technical support for and optimized five fully automated packaging lines.

Jan 1989 - Dec 1991

3 years

Essen, Germany

Automation Project Manager

Krupp-Forschungsinstitut

Planned and implemented projects in handling technology and automated manufacturing systems.
Member of an international research and development team focused on new automation solutions.
Responsible for cost and schedule tracking in development projects.

Industry experience

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Experienced in Manufacturing, Professional Services, Construction, Pharmaceutical, Transportation, and Biotechnology.

Manufacturing

Professional Services

Construction

Pharmaceutical

Transportation

Biotechnology

Business area experience

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Experienced in Project Management, Operations, Sales, Customer Service, Human Resources, and Quality Assurance.

Project Management

Operations

Sales

Customer Service

Human Resources

Quality Assurance

Skills

Management Skills

Project Management: Waterfall, Stage-Gate, V-Model, Scrum (Beginner)
Risk Management & Conflict Resolution: Risk Management, Conflict Management, Intercultural Management
Process And Product Development: Kanban, Business Model Canvas, Okr, Hoshin Kanri
Process Management: Bpmn 2.0, Flowchart, Swimlane, 8d Report, Ishikawa Analysis, Raci
Knowledge And Competency Management: Digitalization, Collection And Structuring Of Knowledge Available Within The Company

Industry Experience

Pharmaceutical Plant Engineering: Specialized In Gmp-Compliant Plant Projects, Including Validation, Qualification And Comprehensive Documentation Requirements.
Plastics Machinery: Many Years Of Experience In Developing And Implementing Customized Solutions For The Series Production Of Plastic Parts
Food Processing Machinery: Implementation Of Complex Production And Packaging Solutions (Both Sterile And Non-Sterile) With A Focus On Hygiene And Efficiency.
Deutsche Bahn (Infrastructure): Final Acceptance Of Modernized Plant Reporting Systems And Implementation Of An Information Security Management System (Isms According To Iso 27001)
Die-Casting Machines: In-Depth Expertise In The Modernization And Service Management Of Systems For The Die-Casting Industry.

Sales Skills

Efficient Negotiation And Contract Drafting To Maximize Business Results,
Experience In Managing Sales Agents And Developing Customer-Oriented Solutions (Customer Journey).
Market And Competitor Analysis As Well As Strategic Market Development And Expansion Using The Business Canvas
Establishment And Implementation Of Legally Compliant Processes For The Export Of Machines And Spare Parts.

Marketing Skills

Expert Knowledge In Visualizing Technical Topics For Stakeholders
Successful Organization And Implementation Of International Trade Fairs, Workshops And Training Sessions

It Skills

Project Management Tools: Ms-365, Ms-Project, Merlin Project, Ms-Visio, Mindmanager, Jira
Collaboration And Document Management: Sharepoint, Adobe Suite, Drupal
Erp Systems: Sap, Infor, Ams, Navision
Programming Languages: Fortran, Pascal, Php, Html, Javascript

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Oct 1986 - Jun 1989

Ruhr-Universität Bochum

Hochschulabschluss Maschinenbau, Schwerpunkt Automatisierungstechnik · Maschinenbau, Schwerpunkt Automatisierungstechnik · Bochum, Germany

Oct 1982 - Jun 1986

FH Köln, Abteilung Gummersbach

Fachhochschulabschluss Maschinenbau, Schwerpunkt Konstruktionstechnik · Maschinenbau, Schwerpunkt Konstruktionstechnik · Gummersbach, Germany

Oct 1979 - Jun 1982

Werkzeugmacher-Facharbeiterbrief · Werkzeugmacher · Germany

...and 1 more

Certifications & licenses

IFUS-Institut

Wissensmanager

IHK

TÜV

Compliance Auditor

TÜV

Compliance Officer

TÜV

IHK

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 19

Experience in Manufacturing 24.5 y

Avg length 3 y

Longest experience 16 y 9 m

Global experience

Countries worked in 1 (Germany)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Information Security Project Manager, Defect Management Project Manager, Interim Global Service Director

Main industries Manufacturing, Professional Services, Construction

Main business areas Project Management, Operations, Sales

Qualifications

Certifications earned 6

Profile

Member since

June 2025

Last update

October 2026

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Matthias is based in Leverkusen, Germany.

Matthias speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

Matthias has at least 38 years of experience. During this time, Matthias has worked in at least 19 different roles and for 7 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years. Note that Matthias may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Based on recent experience, Matthias would be well-suited for roles such as: Information Security Project Manager, Defect Management Project Manager, Interim Global Service Director.

Matthias's most recent position is Information Security Project Manager at Deutsche Bahn AG.

In recent years, Matthias has worked for Deutsche Bahn AG and DB InfraGO AG.

Matthias is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Professional Services, and Construction. Matthias also has some experience in Pharmaceutical, Transportation, and Biotechnology.

Matthias is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Operations, and Sales. Matthias also has some experience in Customer Service, Human Resources, and Quality Assurance.

Matthias has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Construction, and Transportation.

Matthias has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Operations, and Customer Service.

Matthias attended Ruhr-Universität Bochum for Maschinenbau, Schwerpunkt Automatisierungstechnik.

Matthias has 6 certificates. Among them, these include: Restrukturierungs- und Sanierungsberater, Wissensmanager, and Datenschutzbeauftragter DSGVO/BDSG.

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