Cisco ASA Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used Cisco ASA
Thomas Martin
Last position:
Lead AI-/Agentic-Engineering at AI-/Agentic-Engineering (Own research)
AI-supported development and PM acceleration with agentic workflows; deep reinforcement learning; fully automated 24/7 setup.
Mohamad Dib-Skhni
Last position:
DevOps Engineer & IT-Security-Architect at BMW Group
- Set up Azure Kubernetes clusters (AKS) with network policies, security groups, and RBAC
- Developed Terraform-based infrastructure as code for secure, reproducible deployments in the BMW Azure cloud
- Hardened CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, SonarQube, Fortify SSC, and Contrast AST
- Integrated SAP BTP/Kyma and ServiceNow GRC
Andreas Fischer
Last position:
Project Manager & Portfolio Owner for Infrastructure (Automotive) at MHP Management- und IT-Beratung GmbH
- Overall coordination of service providers for all infrastructure topics at a production site being set up in Baden-Württemberg
- Design and finding solutions for internet connectivity, building office communication networks, setting up WLAN in production and administration buildings, IP address management, password policies, time tracking, access control systems, backup strategies, emergency power planning, operating concepts, cost planning, event management, workplace setup including laptop/mobile phones/telephony, remote support, print servers
- Selecting suitable external service providers and planning to meet needs for spare parts, repairs, on-site service, network and workplace support including on-site system replacement by providers
- Choosing suitable external service providers for facility management and building technology (fiber optic connections, data center infrastructure, cable ducts etc.)
- Coordination with clients and service providers
- Escalation management, schedule control
- On-site presence for service meetings and managing service providers
Eddy Abanum
Last position:
Network Administrator at Knauf Bayern
- Support of firewalls (Securepoint)
- Operation and maintenance of the client-server infrastructure (Windows)
- Operation and patching of IoT devices in the hazard management system (cameras, Web IOS, IP serial converters)
- Support with the integration of security technology into existing IT infrastructures
- Planning and execution of network segmentation and separation
- Transfer and implementation of solutions to other plants
- Tools used: Wireshark, Network Service Manager, PRTG, Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, HP Service Manager, FNT/Command Manager Console, ServiceNow, Confluence, Active Directory, Wingard, Securepoint FW
Can Kocyigit
Last position:
DevOps Specialist at Eviden Germany GmbH
Manage the development release and update process for a digitized nationwide trade register project "AuRegis".
Support software in Kubernetes/OpenShift environments, configure management with Kustomize, and implement CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins/GitLab, SonarQube, ArgoCD, and Azure.
Oversee system release of microservice architecture.
Craft the CI/CD stack from scratch with GitLab CI, integrating integration tests, dependency checks, and security measures.
Automate deployment onto OpenShift using Kustomize.
Establish infrastructure components for development, code review, and code quality analysis including SonarQube.
Integrate GitOps tools such as Kustomize and ArgoCD, leveraging both Azure and private cloud for sensitive data handling.
Develop Python scripts in Jenkins for cryptostore configuration and system packaging of products and microservices into deployable units.
Automate delivery to customers and deployment on test systems.
Craft Kustomize manifests for microservices and develop accompanying automation, treating documentation as code for clarity and reproducibility.
Serve as technical advisor for the project's first go-live and oversee further deployments as technical rollout manager.
Pascal Farys
Last position:
Senior Network Security Consultant at IT-Systemhaus
- Provided expert level consulting for lifecycle, upgrades and refresh activities
- Used Remedy for effort recording and billing to customers
- Used ServiceNow for service management and workflow
- Used Jira for project management with agile/Scrum methods
- Used Confluence for documentation
- Worked with customer-specific software tools
- Worked with customer-provided and secured hardware suitable for IT security operations infrastructure setup for customers
- Built firewall rule sets and handed over to service owner and delivery teams
- Environment: Cisco ASA, Cisco Firepower, CSM, Cisco AnyConnect, Cisco ISE, Check Point VSX and gateways
Sami Bejaoui
Last position:
German Customer (Pharma Supply-Chain Sector)
- Integration of a FortiManager into the existing FortiGate firewall infrastructure to centralize and optimize firewall management.
Axel Dalz
Last position:
Instructor at Cimdata
- Delivered training courses for IT specialists (Fachinformatiker)
Hisham Elsharawy
Last position:
System Engineer Network & Security at Isringhausen GmbH
- Operation, maintenance and administration of the global network & security system landscape
- Troubleshooting and support in 2nd & 3rd levels and provide technical advice to other dept.
- Configuration of complex LAN/WAN/SD-WAN and WLAN network infrastructures (N5K, N9K, ASR 8000, Wireless Controller WLC9800, AP C91xx and VMware Velo Cloud)
- Control of external service providers as part of service and escalation management
- Implementation and monitoring of system updates (software upgrades, minor/major changes)
Charles Jakob
Last position:
Network Architect at RedGlobal GmbH
- Configuration of Dell switches, routers, and access points.
- Error analysis and resolution.
- Environment: Extreme, Cisco and Dell switches and routers, Extreme A3 NAC, Extreme CloudIQ.
Majid Asadpoor
Last position:
Lead Consultant at Infosys
- Network automation
- CI/CD and Docker environment
- Python Nornir for network automation
- pyATS for monitoring and test case automation
- Network Access Control (RADIUS) and device admin access control (TACACS) with AAA and Cisco ISE on Cisco/HP/Aruba devices
- Cisco ISE cluster configuration (2/4/8 nodes)
- Cisco ISE authentication and authorization configuration
- Cisco/HP/Aruba switch/WLC TACACS/dot1x/RADIUS configuration
- Cisco ISE automation with RESTCONF and Python
Oumarou Boureima
Last position:
Network Administrator WAN & Data Center at Teamative Germany GmbH
- Implementation, administration, configuration and operation of Cisco network components (PE-CE routers, provider routers, SD-WAN, switches, access gateways)
- Ensuring availability, performance, ongoing development and operation of the WAN access network infrastructure
- Creating technical documentation in FNT-Command
- Troubleshooting and handling incidents, changes, requests and problems tickets
- Tools: ITSM, Command-FNT, Orion, ASDM, Panorama
- Scripting: Bash Shell, Python, Ansible
- Protocols: IS-IS, BGP, MPLS, VRF, GETVPN, Segment Routing, Static Routing
- Devices: NCS-57C3 Series, ASR-1000 Series, ISR-4331, ISR-4451 SD-WAN, Catalyst 9k Series, Nexus 9k Series
- Firewall: Check Point, Palo Alto, Cisco ASA-5585, FWSM
Szabolcs Kardos
Last position:
Senior Network Security Consultant at Mann+Hummel
- Network segmentation in a production IT environment
- Firewall migrations
- Integration of remote access sites
- Implementation of POCs (Backup, SCADA)
- Working in a multicultural environment
- Applied technologies: Panorama & Palo Alto Firewalls, Checkpoint, ServiceNOW, MS Azure Cloud
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Statistics of experts using Cisco ASA
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
24 years
Position duration
1.8 years
Positions per freelancer
13
Top business areas
Information Technology, Operations, Customer Service
Top industries
Information Technology, Automotive, Banking and Finance
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Customer Service, Legal
Bachelor's degree or higher
78%
Master's degree or higher
33%
Certifications per freelancer
4
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Germany are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows how many freelancers charge within that range.
Average rates of experts in Germany using Cisco ASA
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
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.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 30 Aug 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
About the technology
Firewall control
Cisco ASA is a security appliance used to control traffic between networks. Companies rely on it for perimeter protection, segmentation, remote access, and site-to-site VPNs. It often sits in front of business systems that need stable, strict access rules.
What experts handle
Strong specialists work on the day-to-day tasks that keep ASA secure and predictable.
- Access control lists and object groups
- NAT and port forwarding rules
- Remote access and site-to-site VPNs
- Failover, routing, and firmware upgrades
- Log review and troubleshooting
Ecosystem skills
Cisco ASA work is rarely isolated. Experts often need Cisco IOS knowledge, VPN concepts, TLS, routing basics, and tools for packet capture and log analysis. They should also understand how ASA fits with identity services, authentication sources, and upstream network design.
When freelancers help
Companies bring in freelance Cisco ASA specialists for migrations, rule cleanup, audits, outage support, and short-term change projects. That is common in Germany when internal network teams are busy or when English and German documentation need to stay aligned across locations. Freelancers can also bridge gaps during upgrades or security reviews.
Good delivery signs
A strong professional does more than change rules. They document the current state, explain the impact of each change, test paths before and after rollout, and leave a clean handover. They also know when ASA is the right fit and when a newer Cisco security stack or another firewall approach should be considered.
Typical use cases
Cisco ASA is often used in branch connectivity, remote workforce access, partner networks, and protected access to internal services. It is common in environments that value stable operations, clear policy control, and incremental change. For many teams, the main need is not a full redesign but careful, low-risk support around an existing setup.
Frequently asked questions
Not sure where to start with Cisco ASA? These answers cover the essentials.
Cisco ASA is used to control network traffic, protect internal systems, and terminate VPN connections. It is a common choice for perimeter security, branch connectivity, and remote access. Many companies keep it in place because it is already integrated into their network design and policy set.
Cisco ASA is often compared with other Cisco security products and with next-generation firewalls from different vendors. It is known for stable policy control, routing, and VPN features, while newer platforms may offer deeper application awareness or easier central management. The right choice depends on the existing network, support model, and migration path.
A strong Cisco ASA specialist should understand routing, NAT, access control lists, VPNs, and log analysis. Cisco IOS familiarity helps, as do packet capture skills and a basic grasp of certificate and authentication flows. In larger environments, knowledge of failover design and change management is also important.
A Cisco ASA project can need anything from targeted help on a single rule change to deeper support for a migration or recovery. Simple tasks may only need a specialist with practical hands-on experience, while upgrades, redesigns, or incident work need broader network and security depth. The key is proven delivery in similar environments.
Most Cisco ASA tasks can be done remotely if the team can provide secure access, change windows, and clear documentation. On-site work helps when hardware access, cross-team workshops, or sensitive troubleshooting is involved. For companies in Germany, a mix of remote work and occasional on-site visits is often the most practical setup.
A strong Cisco ASA freelancer is careful, methodical, and clear in communication. They validate the current configuration, test changes before rollout, and document what changed and why. They also explain risks in plain language, which helps both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Yes, Cisco ASA is still relevant where it already protects production traffic and supports business-critical VPN access. Many teams keep it because a stable, well-documented environment can be the safest option. In those cases, expertise matters less for building something new and more for keeping the setup reliable and controlled.
Before hiring a Cisco ASA expert, check whether you need rule cleanup, VPN support, upgrade help, or a migration assessment. Ask for examples of similar environments, a clear plan for testing, and documentation habits. Good specialists should also be able to explain trade-offs between keeping ASA and moving to another platform.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Cisco ASA in their recent projects is 93 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 742 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Cisco ASA in their recent projects, 78% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 33% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Cisco ASA in their recent projects have 24 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 1.8 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Cisco ASA in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (23%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Cisco ASA in their recent projects are Information Technology (92%), Automotive (62%), and Banking and Finance (62%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Cisco ASA in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Operations (85%), and Customer Service (62%).
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Our freelancers and interim experts are at home across the DACH region — available on-site in the major business hubs or fully remote. Choose a location to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.
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