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About the role
Risk and defense Cyber Security Consultants help companies reduce exposure before an attack happens and respond cleanly when one does. They review systems, processes, and user access, then turn weak points into clear actions. Common work includes security assessments, policy gaps, architecture review, and guidance for secure rollout in IT, cloud, and hybrid environments.
Typical deliverables
- Security reviews for applications, networks, and cloud setups
- Threat models and risk findings with practical remediation steps
- Incident response support, playbooks, and escalation paths
- Advice on IAM, endpoint protection, logging, and monitoring
- Support for audits, compliance work, and security documentation
Skills and tools A strong Cyber Security Consultant combines technical depth with calm judgment. They understand attack paths, controls, and how systems fail in real life. They often work with SIEM tools, vulnerability scanners, IAM platforms, EDR solutions, cloud security controls, and frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, or CIS benchmarks.
- Security architecture and hardening
- Vulnerability management and secure configuration
- Identity and access management
- Cloud security in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
- Incident response and security awareness
When to bring one in Companies bring in a freelance cybersecurity consultant when they need focused expertise for a short or uncertain period. That is common during security audits, cloud migrations, post-incident reviews, new product launches, or when an internal team needs a second pair of eyes. In Germany, this often fits manufacturers, SaaS firms, financial services, and other regulated businesses that need clear documentation and structured collaboration.
What strong experts do The best security consultants do more than name risks. They explain business impact, rank priorities, and help teams ship safer systems without slowing everything down. They write clearly, know when to escalate, and can work with engineers, IT operations, legal, and management without turning the work into jargon.
Consulting setup Freelance cyber security work can be remote, on-site, or mixed, depending on the scope and access needs. Remote suits assessments, policy work, and advisory tasks. On-site helps with workshops, incident handling, and sensitive environments. In Germany, clear communication in English is often enough, but German can matter in audits, stakeholder meetings, and documentation.
Meet FRATCH Cyber Security Consultants
Andreas Rühl
Principal Consultant Information Security
Last position:
Freelance Information Security Consultant at A-R-C Andreas Rühl Consulting
Development and implementation of tailored information security strategies
Introduction and further development of ISMS according to ISO 27001, BSI Baseline Protection, and other standards
Risk management and creation of security concepts
Consulting for KRITIS, PCI DSS, TISAX, and VdS 3473/10000
Building and improving security organizations
Creation and implementation of guidelines, policies, work instructions, and process descriptions
Audit support and certification preparation
Conducting training sessions, workshops, and awareness campaigns
Selection and consulting for the introduction of IT security solutions such as SIEM, DLP, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and encryption technologies
Conducting penetration tests and vulnerability analyses
Consulting on the selection, integration, and management of security architectures in complex IT environments
Consulting on ITSM and managed security services and SOC
Leading and managing complex projects to improve information security
Process analysis, optimization, and management according to ITIL, ISO 27001, and cybernetics
Introduction and quality assurance of management, documentation, and knowledge management systems
Support in meeting regulatory information security requirements (e.g. GDPR, HIPAA, SOX, GMP, KRITIS)
Development and implementation of risk analysis procedures
Organization of initial response, forensic investigations, and organizational measures in security incidents
Design and delivery of focused workshops on topics such as ISMS, IT risks, and current threat scenarios
Awareness campaigns to promote a security culture in companies
Special training on ISO 27001, BSI Baseline Protection, KRITIS, and other relevant standards
Simulations and exercises to prepare for information security incidents
Interim management for leading information security projects or IT security organizations
Taking on the role of an external CISO (Chief Information Security Officer)
Support in developing and implementing IT security and business strategies
Coaching and mentoring of managers in information security
Building and leading security departments as well as recruiting and qualifying employees
Temporary assumption of management responsibility in critical situations
Michael Fitschen
Managing Consultant Information Security and Data Protection
Last position:
Project Manager Implementation B3S / ISO 27001 at Health Insurance Fund
- Coordination of the B3S and ISO 27001 implementation project, considering the upcoming KRITIS evidence procedure
- Providing consulting services in ISO 27001, B3S, KRITIS, and IT baseline protection
- Collaborating with the Information Security Officer (ISO)
- Identifying company assets for IT risk management
- Developing a zone concept for IT risk management
- Creating an action plan for B3S
- Developing a template for risk analyses
Jens Brennscheidt
Senior Cyber Security Consultant
Last position:
Senior Cyber Security Consultant at Brennscheidt IT Consulting
ISMS consulting
Interim management
Conducting security analyses & audits
BCM consulting
Executive management
Ali Mohandeszada
Consultant Information Security, Data Protection, Process Management and AI Compliance
Last position:
Consultant Data Protection and Process Management at O.D.S. Consulting GmbH
- Documenting data protection processes
- Creating a process-relevant deletion handbook
- Developing deletion concepts including critical business processes
- Reviewing the newly created data protection policy
- Setting up a deletion plan for GDPR-compliant deletion within the company
- Creating the record of processing activities
- Technology: MS Office 365, Camunda Modeler, Audatis
Jörg Iffländer
External Information Security Officer
Last position:
External Information Security Officer at ilink Kommunikationssysteme GmbH
Patrick Günther
Information Security Manager
Last position:
Information Security Manager at IT-Freelancer
- Responsible for computer software validation (CSV) of the IT infrastructure
- Supported the operation and maintenance of the Integrated Management System (IMS)
- Served as interim information security officer (ISMR) for two companies in the medtech industry
- Ensured ISO 27001 compliance within the organization
- Contributed to implementing cybersecurity requirements for health software and networked medical devices according to ISO 81001-1
Manfred Liebetrau
Senior Consultant Information Security
Last position:
Senior Consultant Information Security at Creditplus Bank AG
- Designing the information security process based on ITIL 4
- Designing the ITIL 4 incident and change management processes
- Creating information security policies for the bank
- Support in the project for internal audit findings
- Advising on the setup of the bank's internal control systems (ICS)
- Advising on setting up ICS processes
- Advising and supporting security architecture and risk analysis of the existing IT landscape, including IT security architecture, data management, data compliance & physical security
- Advising and project leadership for the security concept of the bank's assets
- Advising and support in contracts with external service providers to meet the bank's regulatory (BAIT; MaRisk; DORA; NIS2; GDPR) and information security requirements
- Support in planning and implementing a SOC/SIEM and risk management
- Support for the spam email team in analyzing and handling incidents
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Cyber Security Consultants statistics
Typical experience
14 years
Average project duration
2.8 years
Certifications per freelancer
9
Top business areas
Information Technology, Audit, Project Management
Top industries
Information Technology, Healthcare, Professional Services
Most common languages
German, English, French
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
50%
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Frequently Asked Questions
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A Cyber Security Consultant reviews systems, finds weaknesses, and recommends practical controls. The work can include threat modeling, access review, incident response planning, cloud security checks, and support during audits or investigations. The exact scope depends on whether the focus is prevention, response, or compliance.
Look for someone who understands security architecture, identity and access management, vulnerability management, and incident response. Good consultants also know how to communicate risk in plain language and turn findings into actions that engineers can execute. Familiarity with frameworks like ISO 27001 or NIST is often useful, especially in regulated environments.
The terms overlap a lot, and many companies use them interchangeably. In practice, a cyber security consultant often focuses more on technical defenses, attack paths, and operational security, while information security can also cover governance, policy, and compliance. For hiring, the best fit depends on the project scope, not just the title.
A freelance consultant is a good choice when you need specialist input for a defined project, a sudden issue, or temporary extra capacity. That includes audits, cloud migrations, incident reviews, or security remediation work. If the need is ongoing and broad across the business, a permanent role may be better.
Many tasks can be done remotely, especially assessments, documentation, and advisory work. On-site helps when the consultant needs access to sensitive systems, needs to run workshops, or must support an active incident. In Germany, mixed setups are common because internal stakeholders often want both technical depth and direct coordination.
Ask for concrete examples of past security problems they solved and what changed afterward. Strong consultants can explain their methods, show how they prioritize risk, and produce clear deliverables such as reports, playbooks, or hardening plans. If they only talk about tools and not outcomes, that is a warning sign.
In Germany, demand is especially common in manufacturing, automotive, finance, SaaS, and other data-sensitive sectors. These companies often need help with secure system design, third-party risk, or compliance-driven security work. A cybersecurity consultant who can work with technical teams and business stakeholders is usually the best fit.
Prepare a clear problem statement, system context, access rules, and any existing policies or incident notes. The more the consultant understands your environment, the faster they can identify priorities and avoid rework. A good IT security consultant will then turn that input into a focused plan, not a generic checklist.
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