CNAPP Experts in Germany
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Enrique G.
Last position:
Security Architect at Capgemini
I implemented a Zero-Trust architecture for robust, military-grade maritime container mini data centers based on VMware & Tanzu to support containerized GIS workloads for ground forces. The main focus was on securing communications, workload protection, and data access in contested electronic battle environments affected by jamming, interception, signal manipulation, and constantly changing operational conditions. I designed and architected use cases so that every element of workload, identity, and system could continue to operate independently and securely even in degraded or disrupted scenarios. In parallel, I defined the enterprise and solution security architecture with LeanIX, Bizzdesign, and HOPEX as enterprise architecture, repository, and governance platforms to maintain architecture inventory, relationships, traceability, target pictures, and security governance in complex environments. For the architectural designs, I used Sparx Enterprise Architect to describe formal architecture views, interfaces, trust boundaries, and system architecture in both IT and OT environments. IriusRisk was used for threat modeling of the solution to identify architecture-driven risks, derive security requirements, and detect countermeasures and design gaps directly from the solution models. Risk and compliance management was supported with Archer. Architecture decisions, control gaps, and operational risks were translated into controlled governance and auditable compliance measures. For documentation, collaboration, and visual design, I used Confluence to maintain Architecture Decision Records, Security Blueprints, and workflows. I used Lucidchart and draw.io to create design artifacts tailored to stakeholders. I also defined OT security concepts with support from electrical and mechanical engineers in the areas of oil, vehicle onboard systems, rail, power plants, pharma, gas turbines, and nuclear technology. I created the end-to-end OT security strategy, starting with global policy, developed into standards and procedures, and finally aligned with Bell-LaPadula, Purdue Model, SABSA, TOGAF ADM, CENELEC 50701, IEC 62443, and NIST standards. In addition, I worked with engineering team leads to identify critical KBP assets and place them under protective measures that segmented SCADA, PLC, and HMI assets. I drove collaboration between Security, IT, and OT teams to create standardized workflows and use cases for the OT security solution catalog, while integrating Defense-in-Depth and Zero-Trust principles into operational environments. A key part of my work was integrating multidisciplinary engineering, security, and operations stakeholders into a unified security blueprinting strategy and ensuring that architecture, threat modeling, governance, and documentation were technically strong and operationally practical.
Alex V.
Last position:
CTO, Co-Founder, Cryptography(incl. Post-Quantum Cryptography) and AI Security Expertise at AISLEIPNIR
- Integration of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) algorithms into high level protocols.
- Security of implementations of Post-Quantum Cryptography algorithms.
- Transition to Post-Quantum public key infrastructures.
- Security evaluations of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) primitives.
- Drone Cybersecurity
- Satellite Cybersecurity
- AI Security
Halil O.
Last position:
Senior Cloud Operations & DevSecOps Engineer (Azure / Terraform / CI-CD) at KfW Bankengruppe
Regulated environment within a German banking group (approx. 8,500 employees, hybrid cloud strategy).
Responsible for operating, provisioning, and continuously securing business-critical platforms – including a GenAI chat application, a big data/AI platform, and data science workspaces based on Azure Virtual Desktops and VMs. Ownership of Azure DevOps projects for ShaiHulud and React2Shell, as well as BSI alerts – Security Operations improvements across the SDLC.
Deployment responsibility for the GenAI chat application, big data/AI platform (BDAI), and data science workspaces (AVD/VM-based) in the respective landing zones.
Deployment & release management: end-to-end responsibility for deploying portal and service applications across multiple Azure landing zones, including technical approvals, compliance with development team deployment guidelines, and ensuring ITIL-based change and release processes via ServiceNow.
Azure landing zones & network architecture: design, provisioning, and operation of Azure landing zones for 3-tier web applications with enhanced network segmentation, VNet peering, hub-and-spoke architectures, private endpoints, and firewall integration across separate subscriptions and tenants.
Azure DevOps governance & operations: ownership of the Azure DevOps organization, including projects, repositories, and CI/CD pipelines; implementation of governance requirements such as branch policies, approval gates, permission models, and audit-ready operating structures.
Infrastructure as Code (Terraform): design, implementation, and operation of a modular Terraform architecture for standardized cloud infrastructure deployment, including state management, provider versioning, reusability, and policy-as-code approaches.
CI/CD pipeline engineering: design, operation, and optimization of complex YAML-based CI/CD pipelines with multi-stage deployments, template standardization, self-hosted agents, integrated secret management, and automated quality and security checks.
Git migration & platform consolidation: planning and execution of repository and pipeline migration from Azure DevOps to GitLab CI/CD, including automated scripts, full Git history transfer, pipeline porting, and platform consolidation.
Container & platform operations (AKS): operation and security assessment of containerized workloads on Azure Kubernetes Service, centralization of on-premises container registries for ACR.
OpenShift (OCP) security reviews: security assessment of code baselines, build pipelines, and deployment processes for on-premises OpenShift clusters with critical applications, and derivation of specific hardening recommendations.
Shift-left security & DevSecOps transformation: introduction of a company-wide shift-left approach for early security integration in development and deployment processes, enabling developers to perform self-led security checks and sustainably reduce vulnerabilities before production (IDE integrations, pre-commit hooks, local scanners).
Software supply chain security: analysis and mitigation of supply chain risks in NPM- and Yarn-based applications through dependency audits, CI/CD pipeline hardening, token rotation, and restriction of risky build and lifecycle mechanisms.
Frontend & framework security (React / Next.js): security assessment and coordination of critical vulnerability remediation across platform applications and web frameworks, including coordination and complementary technical mitigations with all teams following BSI alerts.
Software composition analysis (SCA): introduction and operation of automated vulnerability scans for container images, pipelines/artifacts, and third-party dependencies, including SBOM exports within CI/CD pipelines.
SAST/DAST integration: design and piloting of static and dynamic application security tests in close collaboration with security architecture and development teams, for continuous improvement of code and runtime security, and establishing operational acceptance tests.
Artifact & registry consolidation: analysis and consolidation of all package and container repositories for service applications and AKS workloads, aiming for a centralized, secured registry strategy with centralized vulnerability scanning and governance.
Dependency-Track & SBOM strategy: advising the compliance board on introducing a central SBOM and vulnerability management platform to increase enterprise-wide dependency transparency and accelerate CVE response capability.
CI/CD pipeline hardening: security analysis and cleanup of the existing pipeline landscape by removing unused pipelines, improving secrets hygiene, implementing least-privilege principles, and isolating build agent environments.
Azure Web Application Firewall (WAF) optimization: analysis and tuning of existing Azure WAF rules (OWASP Top 10 Core Rule Set, DSR/SDC, custom rules) to defend against known vulnerabilities and exploit patterns, including reducing false positives and improving threat detection.
Documentation & stakeholder communication: creating and maintaining technical documentation, runbooks, and architecture overviews in Jira and Confluence, as well as active knowledge transfer between operations, development, security, and compliance stakeholders.
Valeri M.
Last position:
Associate Partner - Information Security Consulting at Insentis GmbH
- Improvement of the Information Security Management System (ISMS) based on ISO 27001, NIS2, DORA, B3S, TISAX and BSI IT Baseline Protection
- Conducting comprehensive gap analyses to identify gaps and derive action plans according to the above standards and regulations; management and KPIs
- Data Loss Prevention strategy and implementation using MS Purview
- Vulnerability and patch management, security monitoring
- Risk analysis and threat modeling using the STRIDE methodology
- Development of vendor risk assessments, implementation of risk classifications, conducting supplier assessments and implementing technical monitoring solutions (e.g. Security ScoreCard)
- Securing cloud environments (AWS and Azure); expertise in CSPM/CNAPP (Wiz), cloud migration, secure CI/CD pipelines, container security and best practices in AWS, Azure and Office 365
- Application security: penetration testing, DevSecOps, OWASP, pre-commit hooks, key and secret management, IDE plugins, static source code analysis, dependency checks, container scanning, vulnerability management, CIS benchmarks and compliance
- Security assessment and hardening according to CIS benchmarks and cloud conformity in AWS, Office 365 and Azure
Ali Y.
Last position:
Principal Product Security Engineer at Payrails GmbH
- Defined and executed a comprehensive security roadmap: integrated Shift-Left Security, CNAPP, and DevSecOps principles to streamline secure product development and reduce risk exposure.
- Established a robust threat modeling framework: embedded security into design processes, enabling early identification of vulnerabilities and reducing potential risks.
- Developed a scalable Vulnerability Management program: accelerated detection and remediation of new vulnerabilities, significantly shortening the risk response cycle.
- Enhanced cloud and container security: leveraged advanced tools such as Tetragon to achieve deeper visibility and implement a defense-in-depth strategy.
- Automated security controls within CI/CD pipelines: integrated security measures into the development lifecycle to maintain continuous delivery with robust safeguards.
- Championed cross-functional collaboration: partnered with developers and infrastructure teams to prioritize threats and align remediation efforts, fostering a unified security culture.
- Ensured regulatory compliance and audit readiness: collaborated closely with the InfoSec team to adhere to internal policies and successfully support audits for standards like PCI-DSS and SOC2.
Rupesh K.
Last position:
IT Baseline Compliance Consultant at Consultant
- Baseline compliance verification against MAS audit findings
- Building technical architecture concept for 30 technologies to build hardening standard artifacts
- Identifying and building automation possibilities for given technologies based on CIS
- Building the standard baseline configuration based on internal security standard
- Responsible for building Cloud Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP) architecture artifacts based on Azure cloud platform
- Responsible for RFQ and RFP for different CNAPP solutions (Qualys Total Cloud, CrowdStrike, Azure Security Center)
- Supporting compliance verification and validation via automated scripts for a sample population of IT devices and instances
- Responsible for complete vulnerability management lifecycle using Nexpose, remediation, reporting and integration of results with Splunk, HPSM and Tableau
- Audit support for MAS
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Statistics of experts using CNAPP
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, Project Management, Operations
Top industries
Information Technology, Banking and Finance, Telecommunication
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Audit, Legal
Bachelor's degree or higher
83%
Master's degree or higher
33%
Doctorate
17%
Certifications per freelancer
11
Most common languages
English, German, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 19 Sep 2026.
Daily rate distribution
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Average rates of experts in Germany using CNAPP
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 19 Sep 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
CNAPP experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Information Technology (100%)
- Banking and Finance (83%)
- Telecommunication (67%)
- Aerospace and Defense (50%)
- Chemical (50%)
- Energy (50%)
- Healthcare (50%)
- Manufacturing (50%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
CNAPP focus
CNAPP stands for Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform. It brings cloud security posture, workload protection, identity context, and threat detection into one approach. Companies use it to see risk across build, deploy, and runtime stages.
Typical work
- Cloud security posture reviews and policy cleanup
- Kubernetes and container risk analysis
- Workload, image, and runtime protection tuning
- Identity, secrets, and permission exposure checks
- Detection rules and alert noise reduction
Ecosystem skills
Strong specialists know AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, plus Kubernetes, container registries, CI/CD, and IaC tools such as Terraform. They also understand CSPM, CWPP, CIEM, and how these layers fit inside a CNAPP program. In Germany, they often work with security, platform, and DevOps teams in English, and sometimes in German for local stakeholders.
When to bring one in
Bring in freelance support when your cloud footprint grows faster than your controls, or when tools are installed but findings stay unresolved. CNAPP work is also common during cloud migrations, platform hardening, and audit preparation. A good expert turns tool output into clear actions your teams can follow.
What strong professionals deliver
They do more than review dashboards. They map risks to real services, separate real exposure from false positives, and write practical guardrails for teams that ship fast. They also help define ownership so security findings do not get lost between platform, application, and operations teams.
How projects usually run
A CNAPP engagement may start with inventory, policy baselines, and permission review, then move into workload coverage and alert tuning. Strong experts document what to fix first, what to automate, and what to monitor. The result is a cloud security setup that fits the way the company actually builds and runs software.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the questions that come up most around CNAPP.
CNAPP means Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform. In practice, it combines posture management, workload protection, identity visibility, and cloud threat detection into one security approach. Companies use it to understand risk across their cloud stack instead of chasing separate tool outputs.
A CNAPP program usually includes both CSPM and CWPP capabilities, plus identity and runtime context. CSPM focuses on cloud configuration and policy, while CWPP focuses on workload and runtime protection. If a company only has one of those layers, a CNAPP specialist can help connect the missing pieces.
A strong CNAPP freelancer should know at least one major cloud well, plus Kubernetes, containers, IAM, CI/CD, and Infrastructure as Code. Terraform and registry security are also common needs. The best fit is someone who can connect security findings to how teams deploy and operate systems.
CNAPP help makes sense when cloud risk is spread across many accounts, clusters, or teams and no one has full visibility. It is also useful after a migration, when a tool rollout stalls, or when alerts are flooding the team. Outside specialists can reset the baseline and turn findings into a clear plan.
Yes, most CNAPP work can be done remotely because it centers on cloud settings, policies, and telemetry. For Germany-based teams, remote collaboration works well if access, communication, and review rituals are clear. On-site time can still help during workshops, kickoff sessions, or sensitive security reviews.
A good CNAPP specialist explains why a finding matters, how to verify it, and what to change first. Look for practical output such as policy cleanup, workload coverage, and fewer false positives, not just screenshots from a tool. Clear documentation and ownership mapping are strong signs of quality.
Yes. Many CNAPP experts have worked with tools such as Wiz, Prisma Cloud, or similar cloud security suites, but the real value is in the method, not the logo. They should be able to adapt to your cloud setup, your security goals, and the way your teams already work.
A solid CNAPP engagement usually ends with a risk baseline, prioritized remediation guidance, policy tuning, and agreed ownership for follow-up. Some projects also include alert triage rules, runtime coverage checks, and secure-by-default guardrails. The output should be usable by both security and platform teams.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used CNAPP in their recent projects is 115 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 924 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used CNAPP in their recent projects, 83% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 33% hold at least a Master's degree, and 17% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used CNAPP 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 CNAPP in their recent projects are English (100%), German (83%), and Spanish (17%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used CNAPP in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Banking and Finance (83%), and Telecommunication (67%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used CNAPP in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Project Management (100%), and Operations (83%).
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