Cisco DNA Center Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used Cisco DNA Center
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
Tony Rosolek
Last position:
Network Expert at Self-employed
- Consulting and execution of migration from Cisco AireOS to Cisco IOS-XE controller
- Solution design
- Configuration and staff training
- Products: Catalyst Center, Cisco controllers and IOS and COS access points, 9800-40, 5520, 8510, 9120, 9136, 9166, Catalyst switches, Aruba Clearpass
- Keywords: Tags, profiles, SSIDs, 802.1X authentication, captive portal, Identity PSK (iPSK), VLANs, troubleshooting, automation, RESTCONF, NETCONF, YANG
Udo Schnell
Last position:
GRC Project Manager at 1 & 1 Mobilfunk
Developed a GRC guideline for project management in the rollout area.
Christian Decker
Last position:
Managing Director and Senior Consultant at business-security (b-sec®) GmbH
- Conceptual consulting for securing business processes
- Consulting on planning and implementation of IT and IT security projects
- Security and policy checks, process optimizations, emergency planning
- Project management and interim management in IT infrastructure and information security
Overview of relevant projects:
- 2025: Consulting on a DLP concept for Digid GmbH.
- 2025: Consulting a client after a cybersecurity attack that compromised the IT infrastructure and where the attacker obtained M365 tenant admin rights. Investigated the IT infrastructure and restored it. Developed recommendations to improve IT security.
- 2025: Continued the projects listed below for Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems and Norddeutsche Landesbank.
- 2024: Created a DNS concept including advice on DNS strategy and technology, DNS design, DNS security, load balancing, reverse lookup zones, and automation. Created a DHCP concept including advice on DHCP design, a central DHCP management system and automation. Advised on operating the mentioned products, the operational processes, and updated IT documentation and IT service descriptions for Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems.
- 2024: As-is analysis and assessment of the network and security infrastructure established by providers in terms of overall architecture including design and components. Designed solution proposals to improve current operations for performance and security maximization as well as complexity reduction. Presented the results to C-level, their causes and possible solutions including required decision templates. Developed a SASE concept based on a zero-trust architecture for Norddeutsche Landesbank.
- 2024: Continued the projects listed below for Atlas GmbH and Deutsche Vermögensberatung AG.
- 2023: Consulting on resolving findings from an IT security assessment of the IT infrastructure, conducting proofs of concept for DDoS protection and digital experience monitoring (DEM) with Zscaler (ZIA, ZPA & ZDX), creating a new security architecture based on zero trust, redesigning a Cisco ISE implementation, and designing a DNS security solution to protect guests and financial advisors for Atlas GmbH / Deutsche Vermögensberatung AG.
- 2023: Continued the projects listed below for Digid GmbH, Vaillant Group GmbH (until 09/2023), Federal Institute for Geosciences and Natural Resources (until 05/2023), and Union Investment IT-Services GmbH (until 07/2023).
- 2022: Created and reviewed whitepapers for infrastructure and security architectures, and planned new network infrastructures for the German Aerospace Center.
- 2022: Developed a concept for the technical and procedural modernization of a disaster recovery plan for United Nations Volunteers.
- 2022: Developed a concept for migrating measurement data to a cloud environment, introduced network access control, and conducted an awareness training for Digid GmbH.
- 2022: Developed a network segmentation concept for DZ Hyp AG.
- 2022: Developed a network segmentation concept for the Federal Employment Agency.
- 2021: Developed a new load balancer architecture concept for Bundeswehr Fuhrparkservices GmbH.
- 2021: Conducted a vulnerability scan and penetration test of a web frontend including analysis and recommendations for remediation considering risk and likelihood for the client ifi GmbH.
- 2021: Consulting, design, and subproject management for implementing a network access control solution (certificate authentication and MAC address bypass) and macro segmentation (area and zone concept based on dynamic device assignment) in office and production IT for Vaillant Group GmbH.
- 2021: Upgraded and optimized LAN and WLAN infrastructure for United Nations Volunteers.
- 2021: Developed a target concept for modernizing the IT security infrastructure including the DMZ (Cisco switches, firewalls, WSA, ESA, SMA), internet connections, admin and management networks, and the wireless LAN, including overseeing implementation for the Federal Institute for Geosciences and Natural Resources.
- 2021: Created a micro-segmentation concept based on Cisco DNA, SGT, and zero trust for Union Investment IT-Services GmbH.
- 2021: Reviewed and updated ISMS level 3 policies and created procedure instructions for Software AG.
- 2021: Project lead for the global tech refresh project Meraki WLAN 2.0, coordinated the outsourcing of LAN/WLAN infrastructure to a managed service provider, and created a WLAN concept for automated guided vehicles for Heraeus Infosystems GmbH.
- 2021: Project management and technical support for the 'Transition of SIEM/SOC Services' project migrating a client to a shared environment, and took on the interim role of Head of Security Operations at Datagroup SE.
- 2021: Conducted a workshop for the future implementation of mobile device management for Allgeier Experts Go GmbH.
- 2021: Subproject management for implementing a firewall rule management tool and recertifying NAC endpoints based on 802.1x and MAB for Union Investment IT-Services GmbH.
- 2020: Developed a network segmentation concept for two data centers based on Cisco and VMware for Aareon AG.
- Recorded and analyzed the current network architecture including project initiation.
- Designed a micro-segmentation concept in the data center and access network.
- 2020: Infrastructure and security architecture audit for Stuttgarter Versicherung AG.
- Analyzed the IT infrastructure and security architecture regarding network and security component configurations. Also reviewed contracts, process documents, and manuals for completeness. Developed recommendations to improve the stability and operation of the infrastructure. Created a network segmentation concept and led the project to implement the measures from the audit.
- 2020: Consulting on setting up an ISMS-light for Josera foodforplanet GmbH & Co. KG.
- 2020: Security architecture consulting for Datagroup SE.
- Developed a future IT infrastructure and IT security architecture.
- Documented the current IT architecture of all 23 entities.
- Made recommendations to optimize the IT infrastructure and drafted a comparison of a traditional perimeter security concept versus a zero trust model.
- Created a security zone concept.
- Designed an IT infrastructure architecture in coordination with all entities.
- 2018 - 2019: Stream lead in the cybersecurity program at Deutsche Lufthansa AG.
- Responsible for designing and implementing 9 projects in IT security infrastructure and user access management, as well as managing project managers and experts.
- Project area: Network segmentation and access control.
- Project area: Security architecture.
- Project area: Privileged, identity & access management.
- Project area: Simplify user authentication (MFA).
- Project area: Mobile & endpoint security.
- Project area: OT security.
- Project area: E-enabled aircraft.
- 2018: Security architecture consulting for Deutsche Lufthansa AG.
- Project management for the development, evaluation, and management of the company-wide information security architecture.
- Developed a security strategy and a roadmap to align the security architecture with the zero trust model.
- Evaluated market security solutions, services, and tools.
- Defined requirements for RFPs and assessed proposals.
- Developed, maintained, and monitored security architecture artifacts.
- Conducted security assessments of existing and new IT systems and security services.
- 2018: ISMS consulting for GLS IT Services GmbH.
- Advised on implementing and initially operating an ISMS based on ISO27001.
- Audited the IT environments of GLS country subsidiaries.
- Analyzed and assessed IT security risks and derived necessary measures.
- Developed solution proposals in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
- Managed the project and handed over the ISMS to operations.
- 2016 - 2018: Security pre-sales consultant for Cisco Systems GmbH.
- Provided nationwide strategic and conceptual consulting to major enterprise and financial and insurance clients on Cisco and Meraki security products and services such as Firepower, WSA, ESA, Stealthwatch, and ISE.
- 2017 - 2018: Designed and implemented an ISMS for Verivox GmbH.
- Conducted various BIAs and gap analyses.
- Developed security policies based on ISO 2700x.
- Served as interim information security officer.
- 2017: Developed an emergency concept for VPV Lebensversicherungs-AG.
- Reviewed and updated the IT emergency manual.
- 2016: Consulting and project management for designing cloud & hosting services for Vodafone Group Services GmbH.
- Analyzed and optimized the sell-build-run process.
- Created detailed level designs for cloud products.
Minh Duc Vu
Last position:
Senior System Engineer Network & Security at F.S. Fehrer GmbH & Co. KG
- Responsible for configuring, maintaining, monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimizing the IT infrastructure, including Extreme Networks, SD-WAN, and Fortinet security solutions, at all international company locations in Europe and North America
- Developed a comprehensive strategic roadmap to optimize network architecture, including VLANs, NAC, QoS, firewall configurations, VPNs, DPI, NGFW, threat intelligence, and SSL/TLS inspection
- Implemented the OneIT strategy by introducing new technologies such as Cisco DNA Center, ExtremeCloud IQ, FortiOS, FortiManager, and FortiAnalyzer, boosting staff expertise and IT system efficiency
- Integrated IT and OT systems to optimize network and security architecture and improve operational efficiency
Christian Wolpert
Last position:
Cisco Catalyst Center - SDA Wireless Consultant at IT Service Provider
- Implementation of Cisco Catalyst Center wireless network for a federal ministry in Berlin with focus on wireless topics
- Troubleshooting of day 0, day 1 and ongoing templates for zero-touch provisioning of switches and access points
- Client authentication and authorization troubleshooting using Cisco ISE
- Wireless guest access via Cisco ISE captive portals
- Ekahau site surveys and WLAN survey reports
- Cisco DNA Center, Cisco WLC and Cisco ISE
- LAN and WLAN network design and planning based on existing HLD and LLD documents
- C9300L and C9500 series switches, CW9166i access points
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Statistics of experts using Cisco DNA Center
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
21 years
Position duration
1.7 years
Positions per freelancer
18
Top business areas
Information Technology, Project Management, Operations
Top industries
Information Technology, Automotive, Professional Services
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Audit, Business Intelligence
Bachelor's degree or higher
80%
Master's degree or higher
40%
Certifications per freelancer
10
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 DNA Center
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
What it does
Cisco DNA Center, now also known as Cisco Catalyst Center, is used to plan, automate, and monitor Cisco campus networks. It helps teams manage devices, enforce policy, and keep visibility across wired and wireless environments. Companies bring in specialists when the network must be consistent and easy to operate.
Typical work
- Device discovery, provisioning, and inventory cleanup
- Fabric setup and policy-driven network design
- Assurance dashboards, alerts, and troubleshooting workflows
- Software image management and rollout control
These tasks often sit inside larger refresh or migration projects. In Germany, they are common in enterprise IT, manufacturing, healthcare, and other distributed environments with strict change control.
Ecosystem fit
Cisco DNA Center is closely tied to Cisco IOS XE, Catalyst switches, wireless LANs, identity services, and the broader Cisco management stack. Strong professionals know how templates, APIs, telemetry, and policy objects connect. They also understand where DNA Center fits, and where legacy tools or external systems still matter.
When to bring in help
Teams usually ask for freelance support when they are introducing Cisco DNA Center, moving from manual configuration, or cleaning up a messy existing setup. It is also useful during upgrades, migrations to Catalyst Center, or when assurance data does not match what users see. A specialist can shorten diagnosis and reduce operational risk.
What strong specialists do
Strong professionals work from network intent, not just device screens. They document dependencies, test changes in a staged way, and make sure provisioning, policy, and assurance all line up. They also communicate clearly with network, security, and operations teams so handover is smooth.
Hiring signals
Look for experience with Cisco campus automation, not just general networking. Good candidates can explain how they handled rollout, troubleshooting, API use, and operational support in real projects. For Germany-based work, remote delivery is common, but on-site time helps during design workshops and cutovers.
Frequently asked questions
Key details about Cisco DNA Center, drawn from the questions we get asked most.
Cisco DNA Center is used to automate Cisco campus networks, manage device onboarding, and keep an eye on network health. It is also used for policy-based segmentation, software image workflows, and operational assurance. In many teams, it becomes the main control point for wired and wireless changes.
Cisco DNA Center is the former name many people still use, while Cisco Catalyst Center is the newer product name. Searchers often use both names when looking for the same kind of specialist. In hiring, it is smart to mention both so you do not miss relevant expertise.
A Cisco DNA Center specialist is often needed for new deployments, network refreshes, and migration work. Other common projects include fabric design, wireless rollout support, and fixing assurance or inventory problems. Companies also bring in help when they want better automation without rebuilding the whole network.
Cisco DNA Center reduces repetitive work by turning design, provisioning, and assurance into guided workflows. Manual management can still work, but it is harder to keep consistent across many sites and devices. The real value is usually in fewer configuration gaps and faster troubleshooting.
A strong Cisco DNA Center professional usually knows campus routing and switching, wireless, Cisco identity tools, and basic API work. Experience with templates, compliance checks, image management, and telemetry is also important. The best specialists can connect the tool to the wider Cisco environment, not treat it as a standalone product.
A Cisco DNA Center project usually needs someone who has already handled real rollout or support work. Smaller tasks may only need a focused specialist, but complex migrations, fabric setups, or troubleshooting often need deeper practical experience. Ask for examples that match your environment, not just product familiarity.
Yes, much of the Cisco DNA Center work can be done remotely, especially planning, configuration review, API support, and troubleshooting. On-site time is still useful for discovery sessions, cutovers, and coordination with local operations teams. In Germany, many companies use a mix of remote delivery and scheduled on-site visits.
Look for clear examples of deployments, migrations, or operational support with Cisco DNA Center rather than broad networking claims. Good specialists explain what they changed, how they tested it, and how they handled rollback and handover. They should also show they understand Cisco terminology, naming changes, and the practical limits of the platform.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used Cisco DNA Center in their recent projects is 128 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 1,021 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used Cisco DNA Center in their recent projects, 80% hold at least a Bachelor's degree and 40% hold at least a Master's degree.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used Cisco DNA Center in their recent projects have 21 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 1.7 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used Cisco DNA Center in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and French (17%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used Cisco DNA Center in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Automotive (67%), and Professional Services (67%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used Cisco DNA Center in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Project Management (100%), and Operations (83%).
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