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About the role
Security Work
An IT Security Consultant helps companies reduce risk without slowing delivery. The work often starts with a review of current controls, then moves into practical fixes that fit the stack, the team, and the business. Typical deliverables include:
- Security assessments and gap analyses
- Risk treatment plans and remediation roadmaps
- Policies, standards, and control recommendations
- Incident support and post-incident reviews
- Secure architecture guidance for new systems
Core Skills
Strong consultants know how to turn technical findings into clear decisions. They work across infrastructure, endpoints, cloud platforms, networks, and applications, and they understand how security, compliance, and operations interact.
- Threat modeling and vulnerability analysis
- IAM, MFA, PAM, and privilege design
- Network security, logging, and monitoring
- Cloud security for Azure, AWS, or hybrid setups
- Familiarity with standards such as ISO 27001 and NIST
Tools And Specialties
The right freelance cybersecurity consultant should fit the environment, not force a generic fix. Depending on the project, they may work with SIEM and EDR tools, vulnerability scanners, cloud security tooling, firewall platforms, or GRC workflows. In Berlin, this is often relevant for scale-ups, SaaS teams, fintech firms, and companies that need stronger security before audits, customer reviews, or major releases.
When To Bring One In
Companies usually hire an IT Security Consultant when internal teams need extra depth, short-term capacity, or an independent view. That includes security due diligence for a new client, cloud migration risk, incident preparation, or a hardening project before go-live. A freelancer is often the better choice when the need is focused, urgent, or part-time.
What Good Looks Like
A strong consultant is precise, calm, and practical. They do not only point out problems; they explain priority, impact, and next steps in language product, engineering, and leadership can all use.
- Finds root causes, not only symptoms
- Documents findings clearly and actionably
- Balances risk reduction with delivery speed
- Works well with developers, admins, and management
- Respects confidentiality and access boundaries
Berlin Collaboration
For Berlin projects, companies often want someone who can work comfortably in English and coordinate with local stakeholders, security teams, or external auditors. Some engagements are fully remote, while others benefit from on-site sessions for workshops, access reviews, or incident response. The best fit is a consultant who can adapt to both.
Meet FRATCH IT 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
Kerstin Glawinski
IT Security Officer with TÜV Rheinland certified qualification
Last position:
Information Security Consulting at CAS AG
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
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
Henryk Orantek
Security Consultant
Last position:
Security Consultant at Daimler AG
- Development of a cloud security strategy
- Implementation of cloud security governance to comply with ISO/IEC 27017 and the CSA CCM
- Creation of a management system to control cloud security with a focus on process design as well as roles and responsibilities
- Definition of security measures to safeguard cloud solutions
- Conducting requirements analyses and defining the scope for cloud security projects
- Achievements: Established an effective NIS2-compliant cloud security governance that meets industry-specific requirements and effectively minimizes cloud security risks
Amit Vitekar
Security Consultant (Ethical Hacker)
Last position:
Security Consultant (Ethical Hacker) at Security Research Labs (SRLabs)
- Led telecom security testing team & SOC deployments across Tier-1 carriers; reduced critical vulnerabilities by 30%.
- Conducted 5G/O-RAN fuzzing, penetration testing, and vulnerability research (basebands, RAN, core).
- Designed testbeds for protocol fuzzing (AFL++, LibAFL) on 5G stacks.
- delivered client workshops on secure telecom with AI assisted workflows.
- Researched AI-driven SOC and penetration testing (LLMs for log triage, anomaly detection, adversarial monitoring).
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
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IT Security Consultants statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
23 years
Position duration
1.9 years
Positions per freelancer
22
Top business areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Quality Assurance
Top industries
Information Technology, Professional Services, Automotive
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Audit, Legal
Bachelor's degree or higher
86%
Master's degree or higher
57%
Doctorate
14%
Certifications per freelancer
12
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100%
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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
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An IT Security Consultant reviews systems, processes, and controls to find weak points and reduce risk. They may assess cloud setups, help with incident response, define security baselines, or support compliance work. The best freelancers leave behind clear actions the team can execute.
A freelancer makes sense when the need is specific, urgent, or tied to a project with a clear endpoint. That is common for audits, cloud migrations, incident follow-up, or a short-term security hardening task. It is also useful when the internal team needs independent input without adding headcount.
A strong cybersecurity consultant understands risk, architecture, identity, monitoring, and incident handling. They should be able to work with cloud platforms, vulnerability tools, and security policies without losing sight of business impact. Clear communication matters as much as technical depth.
An IT Security Consultant is usually broader and more advisory than a security engineer, who often builds and maintains controls. Compared with a SOC analyst, the consultant focuses less on daily alert handling and more on assessment, strategy, remediation, and cross-team guidance. In practice, projects can overlap, but the output is usually different.
Ask for concrete outputs, not just verbal recommendations. Common deliverables include risk assessments, remediation plans, policy updates, architecture reviews, and support during incidents or audits. A good IT Security Consultant makes priorities and ownership clear.
Many tasks can be done remotely, especially assessments, documentation, and coordination with engineering teams. Berlin-based or nearby consultants are useful when you need on-site workshops, local stakeholder meetings, or hands-on incident support. The right choice depends on access needs and how much collaboration is expected.
Look for evidence that they can explain trade-offs, not just list problems. Quality shows up in the clarity of their findings, the realism of their recommendations, and how well they work with your technical and business teams. A strong IT Security Consultant reduces risk without creating unnecessary friction.
Freelancers should ask about scope, current tools, access constraints, and who owns remediation after the review. They should also understand whether the goal is assessment, implementation, incident support, or a mix of these. That keeps the work focused and avoids unclear expectations.
The average hourly rate for IT Security Consultants in Berlin is 115 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 917 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers working as IT Security Consultants in Berlin, 86% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 57% hold at least a Master's degree, and 14% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers working as IT Security Consultants in Berlin have 23 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 1.9 years.
The most common languages among freelancers working as IT Security Consultants in Berlin are German (100%), English (100%), and French (25%).
The most common industries among freelancers working as IT Security Consultants in Berlin are Information Technology (100%), Professional Services (100%), and Automotive (63%).
The most common business areas among freelancers working as IT Security Consultants in Berlin are Information Technology (100%), Project Management (88%), and Quality Assurance (75%).
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